I used to have the SCS3's in my system for an audition, as I used to sell the Thiel line. I would probably suggesty you get the large MCS1, and forget about it. The SCS3 is not so great a speaker. Not so open sounding, and rolled on top, from my recollection. Also, dynamics are underwhelming. And while the MCS1 isn't the strongest on the plannet (you will DEFINITELY cross it over at 80hz for best performance, and care for placment), it's much better than the SCS3. Also might try the SCS4 if your'e budgeting, and looking for small center speaker. It has to be better than the SCS3, at least. I would not recommend the scs3 speaker if you can avoid it.
center channel problem
I have a new home theater with thiel 3.6s as my fronts, marantz preamp, and parasound 5250 amp. Center is a thiel scs3. i'm very dissappointed with the scs, boxy and muffled. Dialog is uninteligible. Any thoughts on how to improve the center channel or a good center channel to match the 3.6.
BTW I tried the 3.6 in the center and it sounded great (but covered half the screen).
BTW I tried the 3.6 in the center and it sounded great (but covered half the screen).