Joseph Audio RM 25si vs Sonus Faber Grand Piano

I heard the Joseph audio line with CJ tube gear and it sounded plenty warm. I heard the Sonus Faber Grand Piano Homes with a Plinius SA250 MkIV. IMO, these are both fine speakers, will both give you detail, etc. I would *not* say they are at *opposite* ends of the spectrum. For me, the Joseph's were a tad laid back and ultra smooth, while the Homes were a little more dynamic. But, you know what all of this proves? That
different ears hear these speakers differently -- and that's why you need to get out and listen to everything in that price range. Sonus Faber, Revel F-30, Monitor Audio GR 60, B & W...everything. Every set of speakers sound different. And, you might want to consider buying used so you get more for your money.

I just got the Grand PIanos today and have listened to it for more than 3 hours. I am using the CLasse CAP-100 to drive them.

However,I think a more powerful upfront amp would do more justice to these speakers since it's rather laidback in nature. It depends on your preference anyway and I find my 100W Classe integrated driving them reasonably well!

I own the Sonus Faber Grand Piano speakers (older model) and they need power to make them sound great. I recently upgraded my 50wpc BOW Wazoo Integrated amp to the 200wpc McIntosh MA6900 Integrated amp. The Grand Piano speakers sound much better with the increased power and the McIntosh equipment. I am enjoying them very much. cheers...