since I have not had any chance to audition SF Grand Piano, I cannot give you a legitimate comparison. But, I know for sure that I can recommend VA Mozart to any classical lover. One word, for me, sums up its sound: exquisite. A sweet, versatile performer. They won't disappoint you in any critical perspective, and they match well various electronics including Bryston. On the other hand, a freind of mine, with whom I share a lot of similarities in musical and sonic preference, is very high on the SF. Considering his assessment (although my memory is a bit blurry on the efficiency of the SF), it seems to me that it may not matter much whichever you go with between the SF and the VA. Those European speakers won't let you down unless you are a headbanger. Make sure you audition them before making a decision, though. :)