The Vandersteen VCC-5 ranks #47 out of 71 total Center Channel Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Vandersteen
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#47 Vandersteen VCC-5: $3,300 each Audio Connection eBay
Pros: A triaxial design: a 1” alloy dome tweeter mounted coaxially in a 6.5” midrange, with two 6.5” woofers inside the cabinet and first-order crossovers. Audio Science Review measured deep bass for a center, 52.7Hz (-3dB) and about 41Hz (-10dB), and dispersion that stays even both horizontally and vertically (about ±40 degrees each), so it tolerates being placed above or below the screen. Measured bass extension of 52.7Hz (-3dB).
Cons: On-axis response is uneven (0.96dB average deviation) and the listening window spans 4.5dB from 300Hz to 5kHz. Sensitivity is a low 85dB and it weighs 68 lb. At $3300 it costs much more than centers that measure better.
How it compares: Just above it: Wharfedale Diamond 12.C - $2901 cheaper, 2Hz higher bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: SVS Prime Center - $2851 cheaper, 1Hz higher bass extension (-3dB).
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 41.0Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 52.7Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 9.8”H x 24”W x 18”D (248 x 610 x 457 mm) |
| Drivers | 1” alloy dome tweeter coaxial with 6.5” mineral-filled polycone midrange, 2x 6.5” mineral-filled polycone woofers |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz-30kHz ±2dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal, 4 ohms minimum (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 85dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.85 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.05 |
| Weight | 67.9 lbs (30.8 kg) |
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