I own SF Olympica IIIs powered by a McIntosh MC402 amp. I listen to large scale orchestral music and classic rock. The idea that full range SF speakers lack enough "dynamic punch" for classic rock strikes me as flatly incorrect. This is especially true considering the OP's MC611s.
Sonus Faber Amati Trads or Serafinos + Gravis Vi?
I am considering upgrading my speakers from Harbeth SHL5+XD to either the a pair of Amati Traditions or a pair of Serafinos with a Gravis VI sub. Each combo comes out to about the same price (with one Gravis VI sub). Room is 28’x16’x8’. Gear is Mac C2700/MC611s/Esoteric N-01XD. Just for two channel music. Mostly classic rock, vintage country, classical, rhythm and blues.
Any thoughts on which combo? I can audition the Amati Traditions and Serafinos, but not likely with the Gravis Vi sub. Could demo with a JL or a ML Balanced Force. Does anyone know if the SF Gravis subs are truly matched to the SF speakers? Or would it be better (other than for looks) to go with a JL or ML Balanced Force sub? And is there an advantage with a dual driver design like the SF Gravis VI and ML BF vs a single driver design like a JL and REL?