Dynaudio Cont.S5.4, Vienna A.Strauss or La Folia

Newbee: I am not sure man, if I was hearing the electronics or not. I cant audition them with other electronics since this was a private seller and he has already another potential buyer. But I was not that impressed what I was presented with, maybe better electronics would have changed my mind. I will continue my search.

Next speaker is Silverline Audio La Folia

Don't give up too easily on the 5.4's. They will convey whatever signal is sent to them, whether it be warm or analytical and cold. Transparency to the source is one of their best features. Having lived with them happily for three years, my system has grown around these qualities, to a point where it has afforded me long term satisfaction I always thought would elude me in the past, but not any more.
I would try to hear them with different components, if at all possible.

I would look into Dali Helicon 400MK IIs. They're less expensive and a more liguid,rich presentation. Make sure they're the MKIIs.

I'd vote for the Strauss with Rowland electronics. This is a great combination with tons of musicality and transparency. Most of the VA speakers demand a relatively strong amp to show their best.

Dave