VTF-3 vs. VTF-3 MK II

[hal]

For musical material (mostly classical) what are the performance differences between the VTF-3 & the VTF-3 MK 2? Any other significant differences (physical size, connections, etc)?

[Sasha_G]

Both will have similar sound quality at normal listening levels. Connectors and size will be the same, except that the metal spiked feet give the Mk 2 a little more height (about an inch). The main difference will be that the Mk 2 has a little more dynamic headroom. That is, the more powerful amplifier gives it the potential to handle loud peaks a bit better.

[hal]

What about the outside finish (remembering the all-important spouse acceptance factor)?

[cschang]

a. 350 Watt Bash amp instead of a 250 watt class A/B
b. real piano black finish that takes a week to make, instead of a painted finish,
c. cost of $799 factory direct, instead of $849
d. metal spiked feet instead of plastic feet
e. plexiglass logo that lights up when the subwoofer is on, isntead of removable logo
f. downfiring

Here is a picture. Sasha says the edges will be more rounded.

http://hsuresearch.com/forum/attachment.php?s=&postid=2127