Much Thanks! for the kind words -Gentlemen. It takes all of you guys and your personal journey's to keep this thread alive. Keep posting and enjoy the music.
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arniespin
I have always wanted to audition VTL gear. How long have you had your current system? Happy Listening! |
Astound indeed! oblgny
Very sweet pic of the B.A.T. in your Virtual Systems profile. What kind of base/block is it resting? Also, good to read that B.A.T. and Transparent cabling are sonic matches. This is important for future upgrades via Transparent w/o switching brands (unless you wish to do so). I like those 70's Joni Mitchell discs, well recorded.
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Jaco could certainly Rock a fretless bass -Jon. Reading over this thread, I cited, Pearl Jam "Ten" as a 90's reference because it is very well recorded for that period. Jeff Ament uses a fretless Bass on many of those numbers. The instrument really struck me upon my first Thiel demo with CS 2.4 speakers in a special light.
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Salamander makes excellent products- oblgny
The better racks are made of various Maple wood(s), very dense and provides support well. Keeps down vibrations too. I just ran across a pair of CS 3.6 at $1599 in south Florida (eBay). Hopefully, the pair will find a good home via you owners who sing its praises. That is why we are all here!
Some Thiel owners use products by Sound Anchor. I am fortunate that the CS 2.4SE automatically comes w/ outriggers. This particular model was designed specifically w/ outriggers in mind per Mr. Thiel. Better performance, focus and imaging are delivered in spades. I have read about using marble or granite as bases as well.
I will check out "Ball of Confusion". I enjoyed Summer and ready for Fall.
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It all looks very nice and appealing- oblgny
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Many Thanks! for the follow-up arniespin
The pre-amp, as intended by design, is the heart of any system. A VTL 5.5 is still highly regarded all of the way up to current model. It is good to read that a sonic match w/ Pass Labs is doable. Does the F5 or Sherwoods provide more current? I look forward in reading more about you and your system.
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Thanks! for sharing- prof and vair68robert
very good advice and measurements for room placement.
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Looking forward to your contributions- arniespin
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oblgny-
have you switched out all of the Transparent cabling for Goertz Alpha?
There are many audiophiles out there who use this brand.
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Good to read that your CS 3.7 speakers arrived safe and sound-arniespin
Now the fun begins!
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Latest eBay update-
I spied a pair of 3.5 and 3.6 loudspeakers. Additionally, there are (2) pairs of CS 2.4 speakers for sale as well.
I will post here as soon as I discover the next pair of CS 3.7 model.
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Yes I did spot those white 3.5 speakers on eBay-William
As I cable guy first and foremost, I venture to say that experimenting w/ cabling is highly advised. One may come across that magical combo that cannot be denied. Some audiophiles swear by the whole short-vs-long cabling lengths- let your ears be your guide.
How long has it been since you last heard the Goertz Alpha in your system?
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Good to see you again- saffron_boots
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Much Thanks! for the follow -up William.
I have been active in these Audio forums since 2001. I have read over thousands of hours as you can imagine. I read about audiophiles using both Goertz and Purist Audio Designs (PAD) concurrently. There seems to be a connection there? I have yet to audition either brand.
Good to read that something as simple as switching a cable or power cord brings about change (for the better) in your system.
Keep posting listening impressions as you re-acclimate your senses as above.
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A system update will be forthcoming. I have not finalized completion.
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regarding Rogue Audio, the Stereo100 and M-180 are popular amps to use w/ the CS 3.7 model. Are you able to get an audition there in NYC/NJ ?
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Good to see you- Warren.
second, Rush- Red Barchetta is an excellent demo/placement track.
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Good to see you-Rob
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pops-
there is a pretty good selection on eBay now.
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Good to see you- prof
Thanks! for sharing your experience with Mr. Rob Gillum.
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Good to see you again- claero-
I have often thought about the combo of an older Parasound HCA and Thiel speakers. I have heard the HCS 3500 and Bryston 7B ST/SST models , only in different systems. Keep comparing the (2) amps and posting your listening experiences.
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Thanks! for chiming in-Warren.
I hope claero's amp is working properly. The HCA series is both powerful and high current John Curl designs.
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All-
I spotted a pair of CS 3.7 in black finish listed on the Tulsa, OK
Craigslist at $5000. Hope these speakers find a good home.
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Good to see you -marqmike was the driver damaged during transit? Mr. Gillum will take very good care of you. As far as contacting David Garrettson, send him an email and he can give you the various options related to the CS 2.4 crossover. Keep me posted on the driver rebuild/return back to you from Thiel customer service. Happy Listening! |
Good to see you prof-
not a moderator, simply, a promoter/proponent for Thiel speakers and the gear that makes them sing.
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Jon-
you have never visited my residence.
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Thanks! for sharing- William.
hope your B.A.T. is settling well into your system. I checked out the Ginger Baker tune that you suggested- excellent Jazz track. Feel free to mention more tracks for testing one's system. Enjoy the Fall season.
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Nice catch! Jon- not a bad price at all since the outriggers are pictured. Happy Listening! |
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jazzman7
It is really a shame that more reviews of the CS 2.4SE exist.
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harrylavo
Good to see you again.
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Good to see you- thieliste
I have had several home improvement projects this year, unexpectedly, that has taken quite much of my time in addition to the work schedule. Any system updates has been pushed into 2018. How about yourself? How did you spend the Summer season?
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Much Thanks! for the follow up- marqmike.
please keep the panel posted as your driver gets fixed and returned to you via Mr. Gillum. Hang in there.
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I am certain those 3.7 speakers will indeed find a good home. Equally helpful to learn the serial numbers on this pair- could be the last numbers built? Happy Listening!
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Thanks! for posting- linnlingo
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Nice catch! Warren.
hopefully this pair and the (2) pairs of CS 3.7 models will all find good homes. It is a bonus to have those Outrigger Stands included!
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oblgny- could these CS 2.4SE speakers in CT appear on your radar? Happy Listening! |
Good to see you- oblgny I figured that it would be a fun exercise comparing the 3.5/3.6 to the 2.4SE models and comparing the technologies of each pair of speakers.
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Good to see you- zkga, looking forward ion reading about your thoughts/impressions on the CS 2.2 loudspeaker. Happy Listening! |
