sonus faber, vienna acoustics, proac

I think the V-A Beethoven is the best choice out there for about any style of music if you have the "room" for it. If not then the Mozart work very well. However, I'm a fan a of the GPH....I think you have a very difficult decision in front of you.

Jon

I have owned most of the VA line. They do have a different setup than most speakers. They also sound bad with monster cable and B+K amps. The Beethovens are very good. I liked them better than the GHP.

Tim

i did an A-B comparision between the 2 at tweeter,and end up purchasing the beethoven..i think the VA lines are better in clarity and the faber are better in the bass.

I cannot respond as to the other two speakers - but I just purchased the Sonus Faber Conserto Grand Piano. This is different from the Home and ( I think )is not made any more. After the set up I was enthralled. My old speakers are the Thiel CS 2.2 which I liked but could never make work in my room as to soundstage and imaging. These speakers are smaller in size and only a two way design - I was worried as to the bass - well I was delighted with the low end as much as the upper end octaves. Part of the problem with the Thiels is my room - They want more space. So with the the SFGP's I now have the sound I want - As for your taste in classical - this speaker is very neutral - from what I understand the SF Home is geared more towards home theater. If you could audition the Concerto Grand Piano, you probably will hear a difference. Since I have not listened to your other speakers - I cannot comment - but I am happy with my pair.

Good luck -

Second with the Sonus Faber. VA would probably be too bright and fatigue for your taste. Try female vocal (especially ones with high highs) on these two speakers using the same gear and you'll pick SFGP. Just for kicks, you can try playing some mezzo sorprano from any opera. You'll likely want to turn the volume down with the VA or worst case, stop the cd player.