The vandersteen 5a are superb reference speakers and are destined to become a classic. They are very flexible, can be easily suited to most rooms and do not require a boatload of power to drive. If they are working out for you in your room with your amp, then I would keep them. If you want to try something different, keep in mind that you will be taking your chances getting a speaker as room and amp friendly as the 5a's. If that does not bother you, then go ahead and get something else but hold on to the 5a's until you are sure the newcomer is a step in the right direction. Otherwise you may be sorry you got rid of the vandersteens. There are not too many speakers out there that can better the 5a's.
Vandersteen 5A vs Mcintosh XRT28
I've had the 5A's for almost a year and while I do love their sound I'm thinking of trying something different ;) I heard the XRT28's at RMAF in 2007 or 2006 - don't remember exactly which and I really liked them. Do you guys think I'm going to regret it? I can do a trade with a dealer on the speakers. My Cary 211 amps are rated at 110wpc and I feel that may not be enough drive the 28's properly. My room is 15x23x14 with an open back. I like that the 5A's have 400wpc sub amps - the 28's do not and are about the same efficiency(88). Just looking for some opinions - I know this is an open ended question that only hearing both side by side would answer but that isn't possible.
Thanks in advance ;)
Tony
Thanks in advance ;)
Tony
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