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Your thoughts about an upgrade

I currently listen to vinyl and digital through a VTL integrated amp feeding Vandersteen Treo CT speakers. The November Stereophile review of Vandersteen’s Quatro CT Wood speakers and M5-HPA amplifiers (which is apparently not on-line yet) has made me think seriously about making the jump, which would also require a new pre-amp and lots of cabling.

My listening room is 12.5’ x 15’ and I’ve never turned the volume on the current system above halfway. I think I’m not hearing as much bass as I would like, but it very much depends on the recording I’m listening to.

I can probably go hear the new setup at the dealer and will do so, but I’d be interested in anyone’s thoughts on this move.
john_g

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nolacap
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I can't comment specifically about your current setup vs. Quatro CT/M5-HPA combo as I've never heard the M5-HPA, but what you are considering is a major step up in every way (investment included).

Going from the VTL to a separate pre/amp combo and adding sub(s) with the Treos could also be a significant step up for less money.

If you love the Treo and have the scratch, go for it. The Quatro should tick the same boxes as the Treo with more bass.

If money is an object, you could get to a very similar place starting with the addition of a good sub to your current setup. Going to a pre/amp/crossover setup with a sub could get you even closer.
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