FS: Von Schweikert VR-1 (Maple, for real this time)

phuz
phuz Posts: 2,372
edited February 2008 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
1 pair, excellent condition. 2nd owner, can't find a scratch or ding on them. Original boxes and materials. NO velvet bags. Very sweet little speaker, I just have no use for them in this color anymore.

$OLD (dragon192) shipped to your door, with insurance. CONUS only.

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  • halo
    halo Posts: 5,616
    edited February 2008
    If these were in Aafrican Hazelwood I'd be all over them. Still going to think about it. Damn fine speakers @ a pretty decent price. More bass slam than any bookshelf I've heard.
    Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
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  • phuz
    phuz Posts: 2,372
    edited February 2008
    halo wrote: »
    If these were in Aafrican Hazelwood I'd be all over them. Still going to think about it. Damn fine speakers @ a pretty decent price. More bass slam than any bookshelf I've heard.

    I hear ya. I'm on the hunt for a pair in dark cherry.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited February 2008
    So did the Dynaudio's win the battle? ;)

    Great speakers and a great price. They last only a few hours in Audiogon, so don't think too much...
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  • I-SIG
    I-SIG Posts: 2,243
    edited February 2008
    Are these wall-mountable, a la Polk bookshelves?

    Wes
    Link: http://polkarmy.com/forums

    Sony 75" Bravia 4K | Polk Audio SDA-SRS's (w/RDO's & Vampire Posts) + SVS PC+ 25-31 | AudioQuest Granite (mids) + BWA Silver (highs) | Cary Audio CAD-200 | Signal Cable Silver Resolution XLR's | Rotel Michi P5 | Signal Cable Silver Resolution XLR's | Cambridge Audio azur 840C--Wadia 170i + iPod jammed w/ lossless audio--Oppo 970 | Pure|AV PF31d
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  • halo
    halo Posts: 5,616
    edited February 2008
    I-SIG wrote: »
    Are these wall-mountable, a la Polk bookshelves?

    Wes
    nope.
    Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
    HT: Samsung QN90B * Marantz NR1510 * Panasonic DMP-BDT220 * Roku Ultra LT * APC H10
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  • halo
    halo Posts: 5,616
    edited February 2008
    Ricardo wrote: »
    So did the Dynaudio's win the battle? ;)

    Great speakers and a great price. They last only a few hours in Audiogon, so don't think too much...

    you've had both - how do they compare?
    Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
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  • halo
    halo Posts: 5,616
    edited February 2008
    and which Dynes beat them out phuz? Ricardo? Zero?
    Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
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  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited February 2008
    Stands included?:D
    Sharp Elite 70
    Anthem D2V 3D
    Parasound 5250
    Parasound HCA 1000 A
    Parasound HCA 1000
    Oppo BDP 95
    Von Schweikert VR4 Jr R/L Fronts
    Von Schweikert LCR 4 Center
    Totem Mask Surrounds X4
    Hsu ULS-15 Quad Drive Subwoofers
    Sony PS3
    Squeezebox Touch

    Polk Atrium 7s on the patio just to keep my foot in the door.
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  • halo
    halo Posts: 5,616
    edited February 2008
    Better than the 9's IMO. Maple is much lighter finish. These things will shock you.
    Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
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  • dragon1952
    dragon1952 Posts: 4,899
    edited February 2008
    How are these with rock music? Damn, I've almost pulled the trigger on some of these a couple times already :rolleyes:
    2 channel - Willsenton R8 tube integrated, Holo Audio Spring 3 KTE DAC, audio optimized NUC7i5, Windows 10 Pro/JRiver MC29/Fidelizer Plus 8.7 w/LPS and external SSD drive, PS Audio PerfectWave P3 regenerator, KEF R3 speakers, Rythmik F12SE subwoofer, Audioquest Diamond USB cable, Gabriel Gold IC's, Morrow Audio SP5 speaker cables. Computer - Windows 10/JRiver, Schiit Magni 3+/Modi 3+, Fostex PMO.4n monitors, Sennheiser HD600 headphones
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  • I-SIG
    I-SIG Posts: 2,243
    edited February 2008
    halo wrote: »
    nope.

    Thanks, Victor. I may use the Kavent and the Parasound HCA-1000 in a bedroom rig and only want to wall-mount some bookshelves to keep the floor space clear and open and more dog-proof.

    Wes
    Link: http://polkarmy.com/forums

    Sony 75" Bravia 4K | Polk Audio SDA-SRS's (w/RDO's & Vampire Posts) + SVS PC+ 25-31 | AudioQuest Granite (mids) + BWA Silver (highs) | Cary Audio CAD-200 | Signal Cable Silver Resolution XLR's | Rotel Michi P5 | Signal Cable Silver Resolution XLR's | Cambridge Audio azur 840C--Wadia 170i + iPod jammed w/ lossless audio--Oppo 970 | Pure|AV PF31d
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  • Texas42
    Texas42 Posts: 404
    edited February 2008
    Since you are looking for a pair in a darker finish would you consider trades? I have a pair of Roksan Rok One's in a very nice Rosewood finish. They are also two ways and cost about $1200 new, if memory serves correct. Also, I'm not too far from you so a handoff could be arranged. I don't really need any more speakers but I always enjoy listening to a new sound...
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  • phuz
    phuz Posts: 2,372
    edited February 2008
    I wouldn't say the Danes "won", but overall the Danes "won" the position on my home office which is also my main listening room. I still want a pair of VR-1 in my bedroom.

    The SoundStage! review is spot on.

    http://www.soundstage.com/revequip/vonschweikert_vr1.htm

    These are unique and interesting speakers. They are a bit forward and sound big, but not bright or harsh at all. Off axis response and detail are amazing, you don't have to be in the sweet spot to enjoy these little gems. They mate well with tubes or laid back gear, and can be quite magical with the right combo. They're 8ohms and efficient, you don't need 200wpc to make these babies sing. 5-10 tube watts will fill your ears with aural extacy. ;)

    anonymouse: The LSi9 is a bit more refined when compared to the VR-1, and the LSi9 is also much much more picky about placement. The VR-1 is more musical than other more refined speakers like the LSi9. Detailed and realistic. They really are a unique experience. Overall presentation, imaging, etc. is big and up front. Bass is tight and accurate, and suprisingly low when placed right. They remind me a bit of electrostatic speakers.

    dragon1952: It's really going to depend on the electronics you use. I like rock, but wouldn't recommend metal on these. If want to rock out with your @ock out, I'd recommend adding a sub and some refined gear to mate with them.

    Texas42, I'd be interesting in hearing them. I'd need to know specs, as I will need some efficient speakers rated at 8ohms for my next rig. I'm really interested in the VR-1 still though.
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  • Texas42
    Texas42 Posts: 404
    edited February 2008
    I'm not sure about the specs but will check. My guess would be these are about 91 db efficient. I've had no problems powering them with anything I have thrown at them...
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  • dragon1952
    dragon1952 Posts: 4,899
    edited February 2008
    Crap.....I'll take them. PM sent :D
    BTW, I don't get up real early so I probably won't check back in until around 9AM PST.
    2 channel - Willsenton R8 tube integrated, Holo Audio Spring 3 KTE DAC, audio optimized NUC7i5, Windows 10 Pro/JRiver MC29/Fidelizer Plus 8.7 w/LPS and external SSD drive, PS Audio PerfectWave P3 regenerator, KEF R3 speakers, Rythmik F12SE subwoofer, Audioquest Diamond USB cable, Gabriel Gold IC's, Morrow Audio SP5 speaker cables. Computer - Windows 10/JRiver, Schiit Magni 3+/Modi 3+, Fostex PMO.4n monitors, Sennheiser HD600 headphones
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  • dragon1952
    dragon1952 Posts: 4,899
    edited February 2008
    phuz wrote: »
    dragon1952: It's really going to depend on the electronics you use. I like rock, but wouldn't recommend metal on these. If want to rock out with your @ock out, I'd recommend adding a sub and some refined gear to mate with them.

    I don't know how refined my system is but I'm hoping they'll have great synergy with what I have to work with. Room is 12W x 16L x 8H.

    Ming Da tube integrated...50wpc ultralinear / 35wpc triode
    Jolida JD-100 CD

    That's it :rolleyes:
    2 channel - Willsenton R8 tube integrated, Holo Audio Spring 3 KTE DAC, audio optimized NUC7i5, Windows 10 Pro/JRiver MC29/Fidelizer Plus 8.7 w/LPS and external SSD drive, PS Audio PerfectWave P3 regenerator, KEF R3 speakers, Rythmik F12SE subwoofer, Audioquest Diamond USB cable, Gabriel Gold IC's, Morrow Audio SP5 speaker cables. Computer - Windows 10/JRiver, Schiit Magni 3+/Modi 3+, Fostex PMO.4n monitors, Sennheiser HD600 headphones
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited February 2008
    You'll love them.

    9 AM? Damn...... :)
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  • halo
    halo Posts: 5,616
    edited February 2008
    I had the VR-2's paired with a TAD-60 tube amp and it drove them pretty good until I got into high spl. Then the TAD ran out of steam. This is a smaller, less demanding speaker so I think you'll be fine.

    FWIW - Von Schweikert recommends break in with LOUD rock music. The VR-2's handeled EVERYTHING I threw at them.
    Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
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