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Thiel 3.6 vs. Dunlavy SC-IV/A

Hi,

I currently own a pair of Thiel 3.6s in my system and like them a lot (their accuracy, imaging, soundstage, neutrality).

However, I have an opportunity to get a pair of Dunlavy SC-IVAs at a great price and wondered if fellow Audiogon members thought I should go for it and make the switch, or stick with the Thiels and save my money (not to mention my back as those Dunlavys are close to 200 lbs each). I haven't had a chance to hear the Dunlavys yet, but have read very positive reviews of them. Wondered if any Dunlavy owners could comment.

From some initial reads, I think the Dunlavys and the Thiels have similar sonic signatures and also require solid matching components. I currently have a Pass X-350 amp in my system so I don't think I have a problem there. Some posters complained of a brightness to the Dunlavys, which is often a complaint about the Thiels. Other posters noted that a solid matching amp will cure any brightness problem.

As I mentioned, I prefer a very accurate, neutral sound. No colorations in the music, and from what I've read the Dunlavys are supposed to do it as well as anyone.

My current system:

Linn Ikemi CD
Adcom GFP-750 preamp
Pass Labs X-350 amp
Thiel 3.6 speakers
justin2468

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mejames
986 posts
 
don't hesitate switch you won't be disappointed.
mejames
986 posts
 
hello the downside when placing the Dunleavy speakers with their backs along the short wall is in my opinion is total BS, as long as they are six feet plus apart and 3 feet from the side walls. I never have heard a Dunleavy set up their recommended placement which I liked before. I owned the model 5 and 4 currently. I have wall to wall sound stage width sometimes wider in my 20x23x8 room with the speakers placed approximately 60 inches from the side walls the speakers approximately 7 1/2 feet apart and 7 feet from the wall behind to the front of the speakers.
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