Speakers or Amp

Ric, given the choice strictly between the JRDG 625 mk2 & Capri 2 or Raidho C3.1's, I would go for the upgraded Rowland amps. The reason being the Raidho's have very average build quality & are way over-priced imho. And I know from whence I speak. I tried to sell a pair and they are boat ankers. The Rowland amps otoh have a solid reputation and generally good 2nd hand value.

But I agree with Mechans that a better pair of loudspeakers will have a greater impact on the sound of your system vs an amp upgrade. I was recently faced with the same choice; upgrading to Vitus separates from my current SIA-025 or upgrading my speakers. The latter option won, and the Magico S7's are currently front runner for my next pair of speakers.

If you're prepared to consider any other speaker options, I would look at a good 2nd hand pair of Proac Carbon 8's, Magico S5's or Vandersteen 5a carbons. Or even a new pair of Revel Ultima Salon 2's. And given the prodigious power of your JRDG amp, if you have a medium-large room with an even front wall, you could also consider a new pair of Graz-authorized resto'd Apogee Diva's such as the TSW Diva Ultimates.

Xt, i'm not arguing or seeking to argue with you about Magico vs Raidho.
Your opinion of the build quality of the Raidho C3.1 is a good example of
the human condition in a sense; why two people can look at the same
object and espouse completely different views about its qualities or
performance. Cest la vie.

Xt, I didn't know there was an issue (with Magico) or a hatchet to bury?..thanks for enlightening me.

Re: Raidho. Yes, their drivers are certainly fast and accurate. Magico's latest graphene and diamond-coated beryllium drivers however are lighter, stiffer and faster than the previous generation & are better drivers all round. Also the S7's in particular go deep in the bass & can move a lot of air. So it is a matter of personal taste.

Xt, it is possible with the D series Raidho's Chinese supplier improved the cabinets. My experience is based on the Raidho C3.1 which the OP specifically mentioned.

Xt, not arguing or seeking to argue with you about Magico vs Raidho. Your opinion of the build quality of the Raidho C3.1 is a good example of the human condition in a sense; why two people can look at the same object and espouse completely different views about its qualities or performance. Cest la vie.

Inna, a good example is Gauder Acoustics who use Panzerholz (tank wood) which certainly is not milled in China. There is always plenty of nice lumber in your back yard.

That's true, Ric, though without naming names, from my experience some manufacturers have greater in-house manufacturing capacity and quality control than others. FWIW, I was not overly impressed by the built quality of the Wilson Alexias. Good yes, but not exceptional.

Ricred1, congrats on your new JRDG 625Mk2! I think you made a good decision. The Rowland amps will sound wonderful with a wide range of speakers, so if you later decide to upgrade your speakers, your amps will grow with your system.