The HSU Research VTF line on Speaker Ranking spans 3 generations and 6 models, from the HSU Research VTF-2 MK4, HSU Research VTF-3 MK3 and HSU Research VTF-3 MK3 with Turbocharger to the HSU Research VTF-2 MK5 and HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP. Ratings run from 3.7/5 to 4.2/5. Of these, 2 are still sold.
Each column below is one generation, oldest on the left. Each row follows one model into the model that replaced it; a long arrow means a model skipped a generation. Ratings are out of 5, and an estimated rating comes from measured models in the same family.
VTF-3 MK3 with TurbochargerDiscontinuedcontinues as VTF-3 MK4More from this brand: every HSU Research speaker ranked.
Generation by generation
VTF-2 MK4 to VTF-2 MK5
The HSU Research VTF-2 MK5 replaced the HSU Research VTF-2 MK4. It rates higher, 3.9/5 against 3.7/5.
| Spec | VTF-2 MK4 | VTF-2 MK5 |
|---|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 250W RMS | 350W RMS |
| Weight | 63.9 lbs (29.0 kg) | 61.9 lbs (28.1 kg) |
Full VTF-2 MK4 vs VTF-2 MK5 comparison
VTF-3 MK3 to VTF-3 MK4
The HSU Research VTF-3 MK4 replaced the HSU Research VTF-3 MK3. It rates higher, 3.8/5 against 3.7/5.
| Spec | VTF-3 MK3 | VTF-3 MK4 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 89.9 lbs (40.8 kg) | 74.1 lbs (33.6 kg) |
Full VTF-3 MK3 vs VTF-3 MK4 comparison
VTF-3 MK4 to VTF-3 MK5 HP
The HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP replaced the HSU Research VTF-3 MK4. It rates higher, 4.2/5 against 3.8/5.
| Spec | VTF-3 MK4 | VTF-3 MK5 HP |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver | 15” (381mm) driver |
| Weight | 74.1 lbs (33.6 kg) | 85.1 lbs (38.6 kg) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the HSU Research VTF are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 3 generations of the HSU Research VTF, from the HSU Research VTF-2 MK4, HSU Research VTF-3 MK3 and HSU Research VTF-3 MK3 with Turbocharger to the HSU Research VTF-2 MK5 and HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP.
What replaced the HSU Research VTF-2 MK4?
The HSU Research VTF-2 MK5 replaced the HSU Research VTF-2 MK4. It is rated 3.9/5, against 3.7/5 for the HSU Research VTF-2 MK4.
What replaced the HSU Research VTF-3 MK3?
The HSU Research VTF-3 MK4 replaced the HSU Research VTF-3 MK3. It is rated 3.8/5, against 3.7/5 for the HSU Research VTF-3 MK3.
What replaced the HSU Research VTF-3 MK4?
The HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP replaced the HSU Research VTF-3 MK4. It is rated 4.2/5, against 3.8/5 for the HSU Research VTF-3 MK4.