Any one have Vandersteen speakers?

[pgblu]

Just wondering, as I've been a fan (and owned a set of 2C's) since 1986. I now use the 2C's for the front, VCC-2 center, V2W sub and VSM's for the rear.

Paul

[prerich]

Originally Posted by pgblu

Just wondering, as I've been a fan (and owned a set of 2C's) since 1986. I now use the 2C's for the front, VCC-2 center, V2W sub and VSM's for the rear.

Paul

Pics please That's a nice system! Vandersteens are wonderful speakers! We have a user that has Quattros if I'm not mistaken.

[pgblu]

Originally Posted by prerich

Pics please That's a nice system! Vandersteens are wonderful speakers! We have a user that has Quattros if I'm not mistaken.

Thanks, prerich. I'll try to get some pics after I replace the rack my gear is on. I currently have an "el cheapo" rack for the electronics, originally intended as a temporary solution when I replaced the big-screen with the flat screen. Well... that has been almost 2 years ago (sheepish grin).

My next major upgrade will be when I go to Quatro's. I'll probably keep the 2C's for a 2nd system, maybe even give them to my son. 23 year old speakers and I still like them; they are the least fatigueing speaker I've owned.

Paul

[jdub]

In my days of scouring for a good deal on a my first used pair of speakers I seriously considered some Vandersteens. I never got to demo them but everything I read on them from owners to critics was they were really good. Do you use them when watching blu rays? How do you feel they do with home theater duties?

[Johnny Vinyl]

The first really high-end system I ever saw in someone's home, was a good friend of mine. He had the 2C's, Meitner/Melior Amps, Oracle Delphi Mk II turntable, and his system just rocked!

From what I remember they had a very open and airy sound and also delivered lots of solid, quick bass. I thought they were kind of odd-looking with those 360° grilles, but in a very pleasing way.

John

[pgblu]

Originally Posted by John72953

From what I remember they had a very open and airy sound and also delivered lots of solid, quick bass. I thought they were kind of odd-looking with those 360° grilles, but in a very pleasing way.

John

My impression, too. The soundstage is wide and tall. They are definately NOT the most attractive speakers. Luckily, I had them before I was married and my wife knows she has to live with some things; Vandies are 1 of those things...

Paul

[pgblu]

Originally Posted by jdub

Do you use them when watching blu rays? How do you feel they do with home theater duties?

Absolutely, I use them for blus. I started out as a 2 channel audio guy and have added the 3.1 over time. They do really well for HT. The bass is not boomy, whether for music or movies. It is very deep but tightly controlled and fast. If I want more boom (explosions, etc.) I can adjust the V2W to provide more energy, although I don't adjust it much.
The key with Vandies is to have the correct amplifier (i.e. plenty of power and stable to 4-6 ohm loads, depending on which speaker). This usually rules out receivers and requires a dedicated amp.

Paul

[D_M]

I auditioned Vandersteens and loved them. I ended up trading in my Totems and getting Focals at that time. Vandersteens sound fantastic.

[rded]

I'm with Rich....pictures please

[pgblu]

Originally Posted by rded

I'm with Rich....pictures please

Took some pics but can't seem to copy / paste them. Any ideas? They're just jpeg images.

Paul

Edited to mention I have uploaded some pics to my HT Gallery.

[rded]

Very nice Paul! your speakers rock

[Halcro 1]

Vandersteens are an awesome speaker ..One of my favs...

[jdub]

Awesome setup, I'm jealous I bet it sounds great.. I don't think I have ever seen a full 5.1 Vandersteen setup. I gave you a 10, just clean the gear up a bit and your good to go. Btw the center is 68 lbs??? That's crazy!