At some time back with the v2s they changes the finish. JC commented on it in this thread:

http://www.axiomaudio.com/boards/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=276517#Post276517

From my point of view I can’t tell the difference unless they are near each other and then the new finish seems to have a very subdued hint of silver to it not sure why, however in a darkened room it seems to reflect just a little less light than the old finish.

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