I am driving my Thiel 2.3s with a Plinius SA 100 amp and CJ Premier 17 pre-amp. I find that the Thiel's really benefit from the SS / Tube combo, as the SS provides the power necessary to drive the heavy Thiel load, while the tube provides welcome warmth to what has been described as an analytical sounding speaker...all that said, I understand that the new 2.4s are easier to drive than past Thiels, and this might make them a good fit for your CJ amp. I've listened to the 2.4s once at a local audio shop and I found them to be a big step up from the 2.3s.
Suggestions for Thiel and Conrad Johnson tube amp
Has anyone had experience with either Thiel CS-1.5 or CS-2.2 and the basic CJ tube amps?
I currently have a MV-52 (45 watts), Creek OBH-12 passive preamp, cd transport/DAC, and tube tuner. My room is 11 x 18 x 8. I listen to jazz and classical at moderate levels.
(I am replacing 20 year old Boston A-100 speakers).
Which Thiels are a better fit for me?
I currently have a MV-52 (45 watts), Creek OBH-12 passive preamp, cd transport/DAC, and tube tuner. My room is 11 x 18 x 8. I listen to jazz and classical at moderate levels.
(I am replacing 20 year old Boston A-100 speakers).
Which Thiels are a better fit for me?