The Vandersteen line on Speaker Ranking spans 2 generations and 4 models, from the Vandersteen 2c to the Vandersteen Model 2Ce Signature III, Vandersteen Treo CT and Vandersteen VCC-5. Ratings run from 3.4/5 to 3.8/5. Of these, 3 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.
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Generation by generation
2c to Model 2Ce Signature III
The Vandersteen Model 2Ce Signature III replaced the Vandersteen 2c. It rates higher, 3.6/5 against 3.5/5.
| Spec | 2c | Model 2Ce Signature III |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1” dome tweeter, 4.5” midrange, 8” woofer, 10” passive radiator | 1” ceramic-coated alloy dome tweeter, 4.5” composite midrange, 8” polycone woofer, 10” passive radiator |
| Sensitivity | 84.3dB | 86dB |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 48.3Hz | 29Hz |
| Weight | 58 lbs (26.3 kg) | 60 lbs (27.2 kg) each |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the Vandersteen are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 2 generations of the Vandersteen, from the Vandersteen 2c to the Vandersteen Model 2Ce Signature III, Vandersteen Treo CT and Vandersteen VCC-5.
What replaced the Vandersteen 2c?
The Vandersteen Model 2Ce Signature III replaced the Vandersteen 2c. It is rated 3.6/5, against 3.5/5 for the Vandersteen 2c.