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Why do I see more Vandersteen model 3s vs model 2s for sale?

Just wondering about something I've noticed on the audiogon.com website over the past few months. It seems when Vandersteen speakers pop-up for sale a good percentage of them are the model 3's. Based off what I know about Vandersteen it seems like there should be a lot more Model 2's for sale based off of overall units sold. Anyone else notice this? What could be the reason?
I currently have the Model 2c's (SNs around 27K, I believe) and they are a great speaker. When I upgrade I either want the latest version of the model 2 (2ce sig II's) used, or used Model 3a sigs (also the latest version). I think the pricing would be somewhere in the ballpark of 1.8k for the 2ce sig IIs vs around 2.4k for the 3a sigs.
Would I be better or getting the model 2's or springing an extra $700 on the model 3's?
Just wanted to get some input on this. 3A sigs seem like the logical choice, but seeing so many for sale compared to the model 2's make me hesitant. Thanks for any insight.
bstatmeister
bstatmeister OP
138 posts
 
You might consider moving to a powered speaker instead of a passive design. The Treo, I understand, is a passive version of the Quatro and is still pretty pricey.
If you are sold on Vandersteen speakers, I can totally understand, they are a great product. As an alternative Golden Ear Tech speakers like the Triton ! and Triton 1 Reference offer great sound at a more affordable price, for me anyway. Have a great day.
Thanks for your feedback. Yes, I am very much a believer in Vandersteen. I have heard all sorts of speakers at various shops in the Northwest and in my ears, nothing comes close to the overall musicality these put forth. It's tough to put your finder on the magic of them. They just sound lush.
czarivey
4,494 posts
 
when they're sold, you won't see them that much.
bstatmeister OP
138 posts
 
when they're sold, you won't see them that much.
I assume you are talking about the 2wq? 
Yes, I am a bit afraid of this. If I can't get a hold of a good used one, I guess I could start working a second job during the graveyard shift and save up for a SUB 3. 
tomcarr
530 posts
 
LOL @czarivey !!! Absolutely true! You only see them when they are for sale ;)...
mr_m
1,087 posts
 
There is a pair of Vandersteen Treo Ct's here on Audiogon. by TMR. They look in pretty good shape but the walnut veneers have some washed out discolorations on them. I see this as a defect in the veneer and surprised Vandersteen let those out of the factory without considering them as "B" stock. I worked in a furniture factory a long time ago. This type of discoloration is extremely hard to cover with stain, if not outright impossible. Although some people might like the color contrast and think it looks nice. I am not one of those people.IMO.
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