I can't comment on how the C2 sounds, but I have lived for three years with the Contour 5.4's, and couldn't be happier. I would think they give a very large amount of what the C2 provides, since they share many of the same drivers, at a much lower cost.
It would be great to compare them side by side, but the only local dealers don't stock anything higher in the Dynaudio line than the Contour.
The 5.4's seem to hold their value quite well, so if you tried a pair, you probably wouldn't lose much (providing you buy pre-owned or demo), if later you decided you had to have the C2's. Either way, you are getting a great speaker.
Be sure to post again after you make a purchase, I'd be curious to see what you think about whichever one you buy.
Best of luck, enjoy,
Dan
It would be great to compare them side by side, but the only local dealers don't stock anything higher in the Dynaudio line than the Contour.
The 5.4's seem to hold their value quite well, so if you tried a pair, you probably wouldn't lose much (providing you buy pre-owned or demo), if later you decided you had to have the C2's. Either way, you are getting a great speaker.
Be sure to post again after you make a purchase, I'd be curious to see what you think about whichever one you buy.
Best of luck, enjoy,
Dan