[tomd51]

While the VR1s are a good speaker for the money, the difference between the VR1s and VR3s is substantially noticeable. When researching for my VR3s, I started listening to all three of these and each step up in model number improved the soundstage, clarity and stability at higher volumes.

I felt the price difference between the VR2s and VR3s was small enough to save up a bit more for the VR3s. The VR3s also were clearly more accurate for two channel listening, IMO.

I would do some critical listening between the VR1s and others if you do consider it, but I would suggest jumping up to the VR3s if you're going stay with BAs for your mains. Also a consideration, you'll likely need to upgrade to a larger center such as a VR920, VRC or VR12 if stepping up to the VR2s or VR3s, the VR10 will likely struggle to keep pace with the others. I'm currently using a VR10 myself in my secondary setup and it's a solid center, but because of its size restrictions, it can only do so much.

Lastly, even with a bit more capable mains, I would strongly suggest incorporating a decent subwoofer for music as well as movies when you do move into a larger location. Don't skimp on the sub and save if you need to, it will be one of the biggest bangs for the buck in your system and you'll be kicking yourself shortly down the road if you don't... -TD