In For Review: Vanatoo Transparent One Active monitors

8bitg33k

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Sorry to bump an older thread, but I wanted to see if I could get some input.

I am looking to get a pair of self-powered speakers and am trying to choose between the Paradigm Shift A2, Emotiva Airmotiv 5 and Vanatoo Transparent One.

Since some of you seem familiar with all 3 systems, can you give me a quick rundown comparison between the three, or even which one system you prefer over the others?

I am planning to hook these up to my TV so I don't really need a built in DAC but the Vanatoos got my attention because they have gotten so many positive reviews.
 

Andre Marc

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Sorry to bump an older thread, but I wanted to see if I could get some input.

I am looking to get a pair of self-powered speakers and am trying to choose between the Paradigm Shift A2, Emotiva Airmotiv 5 and Vanatoo Transparent One.

Since some of you seem familiar with all 3 systems, can you give me a quick rundown comparison between the three, or even which one system you prefer over the others?

I am planning to hook these up to my TV so I don't really need a built in DAC but the Vanatoos got my attention because they have gotten so many positive reviews.

Hi There: below see both my reviews. I have not heard the emotiva. BTW, you may not need a digital input now, but you never know what source
components you will have in the future. All new TVs are equipped with digital outputs these days.

http://www.avrev.com/home-theater-l...-transparent-one-powered-monitors-review.html

http://www.avrev.com/home-theater-l...paradigm-shift-a2-active-speakers-review.html
 

bubuca

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Andre Marc, a question!

Hi There: below see both my reviews. I have not heard the emotiva. BTW, you may not need a digital input now, but you never know what source
components you will have in the future. All new TVs are equipped with digital outputs these days.

http://www.avrev.com/home-theater-l...-transparent-one-powered-monitors-review.html

http://www.avrev.com/home-theater-l...paradigm-shift-a2-active-speakers-review.html

Andre Marc.. your review helped me move past Paradigm to Vanatoo, but how would you compare/rate Audioengine HD6 to Vanatoo T1? Much appreciated!
 

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