I own a pair of Totem. After researching them some 8 or ten years ago, then buying them. I am very much a fan. They are easy on the electronics as well 91DB. They are great sounding speakers for playing music. I have not found Totems to bright in the least… probably strongly dependent on what you are driving them with. To me they are natural, great midrange and very punchy. If you want more bass, try B&W… although once again, what you are driving them with matters.
Having said that that, the Sabrina are audiophile speakers capable of amazing feats. Yes, probably the last speakers you would own (unless they light a fire under you). You’ll want to upgrade your electronics big time to get the most out of them. If your looking to build a great audiophile system, the Sabrina are the way to go. Think of $ as 35% speakers, 20% preamp, 20% streamer, and 20% amp, say 5% at start for new cables. Just some idea of what you might want to invest to get the most out of speakers.
So, have you heard the Sabrina speakers? Love them?