Synergy Surround S-2 vs S-20

[Vicoaster]

Hey there, I already have a compliment of the original S series of Synergy speakers, my question is about the Surrounds in this post.

 

I have a couple of pairs of S-2's, for a project I am gathering the pieces for I need another set.  Obviously unless I can find a pair of used S-2's (which I am not adverse to), the used prices of the S-2 approach the cost a sale price for the S-20... I was thinking of simply buying a set of S-20's, so my questions are:

 

1. The S-20 looks like the identical speaker except for the colour, the physical size and electrical specifications are the same?
2. The material of the components and box, are they the same?
3. Timbre or sonic match, is it the same?
4. Regarding the tweeters, are they wired in-phase?

 

S-20 Specs:

 

 

Frequency Response: 83Hz-23KHz ± 3dB SENSITIVITY: 91dB @ 2.83V / 1m POWER HANDLING: 100W RMS / 400W Peak NOMINAL IMPEDANCE: 8 Ohms compatible Low Frequency Driver: 5.25" (13.3cm), IMG woofer ENCLOSURE TYPE: Sealed (WDST) INPUTS: Single binding posts HEIGHT: 6.85" (17.4cm) WIDTH: 14.3" (36.3cm) DEPTH: 5.5" (13.9cm) WEIGHT: 7lbs (3.2kg) MOUNTING: Keyhole Bracket FINISH: Black Ash vinyl Built From:

2010

 

S-2 Specs:

 

 

Frequency Response: 83Hz - 23kHz +/-3dB SENSITIVITY: 91dB @ 2.83 volts/1 meter POWER HANDLING: 100 w (400 w peak) NOMINAL IMPEDANCE: 8 ohms TWEETER: Two 1" (2.5cm) aluminum dome tweeters HIGH FREQUENCY HORN: 2 x 5" (12.7cm) 90 x 60 Tractrix Horns WOOFER: 5.25" (13.3cm) woofer CROSSOVER FREQUENCY: 2500Hz ENCLOSURE TYPE: Sealed (WDST) DIMENSIONS: 6.85" (17.4cm) x 14.3" (36.3cm) x 5.5" (13.9cm) WEIGHT: 7lbs. (3.2kg) MOUNTING: Keyhole Bracket Built From: 2004 BUILT UNTIL: 2010

 

 

Thanks!

[mattSER]

Tweeters should be in-phase.

The pair of F-30 floor standing speakers I heard sounded identical to my buddy's F-3s.

I don't think you will have any problems with timbre matching.

[Vicoaster]

Thanks Matt, I think that you are right, interesting that they made the switch to a new model number along with cosmetic changes...But did not keep the larger S-3 in the line.