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VR-1's?
« on: June 13, 2005, 09:15:15 PM »
anyone have any experience or opinions on the VSA VR1's?

I think one or two guys run them.... anyone with tubes?
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #1 on: June 13, 2005, 09:22:25 PM »
matt denardo has a pair
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #2 on: June 13, 2005, 09:24:47 PM »
that's right....

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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #3 on: June 13, 2005, 10:05:40 PM »
I've never put tubes behind them, though. Based on their sensitivity rating, I see absolutely no problem in doing so. I don't know anyone local with a tube amp so I can give you a better opinion. Schuster has all solid-state (Mcintosh), doesn't he? I know Damon uses solid state as well.

For a used price in the $600s on Audiogon, I find it hard to think you could go wrong with these. They're the best monitor/bookshelf I've heard, but also give the Paradigm Studio 40 a listen - different ears and all.
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #4 on: June 13, 2005, 10:28:04 PM »
not a Paradigm fan really and I've listened to a lot of their stuff....

thanks Matt....
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #5 on: June 14, 2005, 10:04:38 AM »
Quote from: MattD on June 13, 2005, 10:05:40 PM
I don't know anyone local with a tube amp so I can give you a better opinion.

You do now.
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #6 on: June 14, 2005, 01:51:02 PM »
matt, what kind of sub do you run?
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #7 on: June 14, 2005, 03:40:14 PM »
I don't, though I'd like to. Apartment living and moving 6 times in 6 years (soon to be a 7th) has hindered me.
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #8 on: June 14, 2005, 03:42:42 PM »
thanks again matt

I was just wondering if people had found certain subs to be a good match or not....
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #9 on: June 14, 2005, 03:44:33 PM »
Vandersteen offers a sub.  I read a few reviews that say it integrates very well with the VR1s and also with the big box speakers.
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #10 on: June 14, 2005, 04:53:09 PM »
Been thinking about going this route as well.  I have an Onix Rocket ufw-10 that I would bet matches well.  I'm looking for something a little more laid back sounding than my current PSB's.  They tend towards the bright side.

Anyone else care to share an opionion on the VR1's?
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« Reply #11 on: June 14, 2005, 04:54:30 PM »
I'm interested in hearing what eric thinks of the new (at least since he was here last) amp and dac combo once he gets here next week....

I'm okay with my current setup but want to go to something smaller for apartment living
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #12 on: June 14, 2005, 05:26:23 PM »
I'm just wanting a change and can't justify spending any money so this is how I would mix it up...

I hope you're ready to get your Escott on...
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #13 on: June 14, 2005, 05:32:27 PM »
luckily I'm on "vacation" for awhile.... unfortunatley for Sara she has to be up at 8am saturday for work... I'm thinking it's best if we just stay out 8)

oh yeah, I totally agree with you... this is a cheap way (relatively speaking) to change things up a bit
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #14 on: June 14, 2005, 08:25:07 PM »
My VSA's arrived in Greenville today... >:D
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #15 on: June 14, 2005, 08:31:11 PM »
shit yeah
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #16 on: June 15, 2005, 02:10:05 PM »
Quote from: Dale DaBone on June 14, 2005, 08:25:07 PM
My VSA's arrived in Greenville today... >:D

Nice, E. Which one's did you get?
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #17 on: June 15, 2005, 02:13:28 PM »
vr4jr

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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #18 on: June 15, 2005, 02:20:30 PM »
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #19 on: June 15, 2005, 02:48:58 PM »
VSA makes a sub too ....
it retails for a grand I think. 

and you know thats going to mate up nice.

I've also heard great things about the vandy.  its a dual cone..and speedy they say.
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #20 on: June 15, 2005, 02:54:31 PM »
yes, I was wondering if the vr1's needed a particularly speedy sub

Nick - got a package heading your way, thanks again for the loaners
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #21 on: June 15, 2005, 02:55:07 PM »
no prob.
how did they fare for you?
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #22 on: June 15, 2005, 03:00:34 PM »
really enjoyed them... I'll see if I can put some of my notes together
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #23 on: June 15, 2005, 03:10:19 PM »
Quote from: Nick's Picks on June 15, 2005, 02:48:58 PM
VSA makes a sub too ....
it retails for a grand I think. 

and you know thats going to mate up nice.

I've also heard great things about the vandy.  its a dual cone..and speedy they say.

If you are thinking of the 2qW, it has three drivers.  I have one and it is an amazing sub.  Integrates very well.  I usually recommend it when people ask about subs, but If I were starting from scratch, I'd probably get the VSA sub just to have everything in the same family.
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #24 on: June 15, 2005, 03:15:00 PM »
3 drivers...thats right.
I knew it had more than one.  I like that design plan.  Just makes sense.
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« Reply #25 on: June 15, 2005, 03:24:04 PM »
Yup.  Instead of one big driver with lots of mass that is difficult to control, three tightly controlled low mass drivers with the same effective surface area.  It really is an amazingly tight sounding design.  The integration method is sweet too.  Relieving the main speakers of the low end reproduction really cleans up the mid and upper bass from the main cabinets.


 
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #26 on: June 16, 2005, 04:44:21 PM »
Quote from: Dale DaBone on June 14, 2005, 08:25:07 PM
My VSA's arrived in Greenville today... >:D

site of the year... last night at Eric's I got to see the beautiful black ash VR4jr's sitting next to the Cary amp...  and no way to connect the two!
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #27 on: June 16, 2005, 05:07:13 PM »
Quote from: wboswell on June 16, 2005, 04:44:21 PM
Quote from: Dale DaBone on June 14, 2005, 08:25:07 PM
My VSA's arrived in Greenville today... >:D

site of the year... last night at Eric's I got to see the beautiful black ash VR4jr's sitting next to the Cary amp... and no way to connect the two!


Oh god that's funny....
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #28 on: June 16, 2005, 05:52:10 PM »
Everything's hooked up right now and I am commencing in the break in period - 300 hours according to VSA.  I've got "You Could Be Mine" on repeat - let's see how many times I can hear it.  I'll post some pics once I clean up the room and add a new audio stand.  These things won't be fully broken in for a few months...
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #29 on: June 16, 2005, 06:00:33 PM »
i use vr-1s, love em, want a sub but it is not necessary, run them with a tube integrated, great sound, good times
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« Reply #30 on: June 16, 2005, 06:01:32 PM »
now I'm coming to visit, I was just waiting for you to buy new speakers :P

nice pickup...
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« Reply #31 on: June 16, 2005, 06:02:02 PM »
Quote from: Trey Woodruff on June 16, 2005, 06:00:33 PM
i use vr-1s, love em, want a sub but it is not necessary, run them with a tube integrated, great sound, good times


good to hear 8)

for the price they seem like quite a steal...
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #32 on: June 17, 2005, 06:13:18 PM »
Quote from: wboswell on June 16, 2005, 04:44:21 PM

site of the year... last night at Eric's I got to see the beautiful black ash VR4jr's sitting next to the Cary amp... and no way to connect the two!


That's nothing :P. I had my vr2's for two weeks before I could listen to them (my new amp was late getting here).
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Re: VR-1's?
« Reply #33 on: November 28, 2005, 01:20:46 AM »
How do any of you that own these speakers feel about the reference characteristics?  do you own the VSA stands too (46in)?  other stands?  what height are you running them at?  12lbs is pretty nice for a monitor that size. 

Does anyone have the vm2 or vm3 early monitors?  I think I would like to hear those......

I have VR3s that I dont feel I have the room to properly reproduce them in in my new place.  I will have a small listening room 14x10 and the extreme bass the vr3s conduct is too significant for my next living situation.  They will have to be stored for a short bit. 

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