tomthiel
Thank You for the follow up on Hot Rod garage II and Studio space.
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ydjames
Good to see you again. Thank You for the Benchmark LA4 confirmation with Thiel CS 2.7 loudspeakers.
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thieliste
Thank You for the kind words. The AX-5 / AX-5 Twenty is a musically superb Integrated amp. 2020 has been a Hell of a year for integrated amps!
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yyzsantabarbara
Nice score! Keep us posted as you pick up and massage these loudspeakers into your room/system.
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2nd Note;
thieliste- read back in the early pages of this thread for direct comparisons between the CS 2.7 and CS 3.7, well annotated.
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tomthiel
Thank You for the history lesson on CS 3.7 loudspeakers.I hope that you are well and enjoying the Fall season there in New England.This is a good reminder for cite your Serial Numbers (S/N) on all Thiel Audio models here.
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yyzsantabarbara
not long ago a pair of CS 3.7 were listed on U.S. Audiomart. Watch that site often, as well as, Audio Asulym, Audiogon, eBay and Craigslist. Keep me posted on your hunt.
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anzen
Excellent photos as above.
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luxmancl38
Thank You for posting the CS 2.3 loudspeakers. You guys are lucky to have a great Audio shop in Audio Video Therapy Nashua NH.
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sdl4
Any brand that does not source to china is my focus. Swisscable, is my first audition sometime in December. I am open to other European or Japanese competitors.
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thieliste, unsound
Thank You for assisting thoft.
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All
contact me here or PM if you run across an Accuphase or Sony ES player that uses the KSS-272A laser/optic mechanism. We are blessed to have many DIY experts on the Panel.
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sdl4
A Cable shoot-out is certainly welcomed here.
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papasmove
Welcome! Good to see you here. Thank You for your introduction and owning a pair of 7.2 loudspeakers. Very cool that you procured the Krell FPB 600 amp. Stay tuned until one of our DIY experts chimes in to address your concrete baffle query.
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thieliste
A Cable shoot -out is certainly welcomed here.
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jazzman7
Yes! CODA and Threshold are Sonic matches for Thiel Audio.
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thoft
Right On! These other so-called U.S. Cable companies could take a lesson or two from Ted.
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paradisecom
Consult Mr. Rob Gillum at CSS for guidance. Keep us posted on his advice and your move.
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papasmove
The Panel has posted some information within this thead about cracked baffle(s) and corresponding concrete applications. I will review back and attempt to recover an answer or general consesus regarding this important matter. Rob and Tom are our resdient experts. Read over their opinions as well.
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tomthiel
I wanted to circle back around on Cabling. Add Acoustic Zen, Mogami and Synergistic Research to your list.
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tmsrdg
Thank You for the follow upon your current system- very nice!
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thoft
Thank You for the follow up. I do not know if Ted is building his Cable systems 100% here in the U.S. ?
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troidelover1499
Welcome! good to see you here. Can you tell us the current and other Thiel Audio models owned? I look forward in reading more about your musical tastes and system.
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ronkent
when you see this post- chime in on the PS Audio BHK gear.
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bighempin
when you see this post- chime in on the BHK gear.Your system is maturing and settling in nicely.
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All
I wanted to give a special shout-out for an Audiophile that has not yet joined us. He can be found over on Audio Asylum- Mr. Abe Collins. This Thiel owner (CS 2.4 for many, many, years and counting), is directly responsible for sparking my initial interest into the brand. For years, I read over his posts and systems both tubed/solid-state with eyes wide open. He can advise on tube-rolling as well. Although I would not have my personal moment w/ the CS 2.4 in early 2012, I had a strong sense of the loudspeaker's personality.Indeed, on that fateful day in Baltimore, MD., the CS 2.4 presented itself as advertised! I would continue to follow this particular model until I found the CS 2.4SE. My search ended that day in Raleigh, NC.2nd Note:Earlier this week I procured a cherry Accuphase DP-65v from Mr. Abe Collins. I have been chasing his spinner for upwards of 10 years now.This player is a BEAST and weighs in around 50 lbs. Japanese disc-spinning goodness at its finest. Pics to follow as soon as possible due to work schedule.
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arvincastro
Good to see you again. Thank You for suggesting another solid state option in ARC products. Enjoy Fall and the Music!
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jon_5912
Thank You for the Cabling pitch. Audioquest (AQ) is a sonic match for Thiel speakers. I have read that Blue jean and Mogami work as well. Too many cables, so little time. Have fun experimenting! Happy Listening! |
catalysis
Good to see you here. Thank You for suggesting the Benchmark products.There are plenty of positive reviews across the other Audio forums. Most Audiophiles like their DAC. Hope you are well and enjoying the Music.
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papasmove
keep us posted as you try a sealer for the concrete baffle.
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thoft
what other gear including cabling are you considering for your system?Which gear do you own currently?
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yyzsantababara
Take your time dialing- in and massaging these loudspeakers into the space. Read back over this thread for Hot tips regarding CS 3.7 models.I spent considerable time with this incredible speaker. Appropriate room size is critical. Experiment and keep us posted on your progress.Van Halen - s/t is an excellent disc for testing any system. Have Fun!
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vaankuil
Welcome! nice score on the CS 3.7 loudspeaker. Take your time auditioning gear for this model. Much will depend on the size of your room/space. Read over this thread as we have quite a few 3.7 members of the Panel. Have fun!
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tomthiel
Good to see you back here. Thank You for a field report. I know that you are working diligentily from the hot rod garage. I hope that you are well and enjoying the Fall season in northeast.
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samzx12
Good to see you here today. Agreed- ARC is an excellent choice of components for our beloved Thiel speakers. Aesthetix and Conrad-Johnson are fellow tubed-gear for consideration. Happy Listening! |
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beetlemania
Thank You for the review link. I have no doubt that this integrated can drive a CS 2.4 / 2.4SE loudspeaker without challenge. A 650w burst tone is quite powerful, usually into 1 channel (Stereophile). Paul Miller does a good job testing gear in his lab.
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tomthiel
Let me know when you view the Video. It is a beautiful Monster!
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SME is the 1st pressing (1999)
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yyzsantabarbara
2nd- Santana 'Caravanserai' is an excellent SACD for testing one's system. There are 2 different releases on this title. I believe that I own the 1st pressing. MoFi is the re-issue.
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yyzsantabarbara
keep us posted on the Coax fix.
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tomthiel
Thank You for the history lesson. Keep up the excellent work via hot rod garage and studio. I can tell that you have made great strides while having fun.
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vegasears
I hope your CS6 speakers find the next good home.
Are you planning on purchasing a newer Thiel loudspeaker?
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yyzsantabarbara
I have found that the best approach to a Thiel loudspeaker, allow your ears to guide you. Specs are helpful to a degree. Specs are not the only aural factor up for consideration, IMO. I believe that we can all agree on an amp that doubles down in power rating from 8 to 4 ohms. The rest is a matter of taste. 2020 has been a banner year for Integrated amp(s).
Until last year, I would have never given the notion, a second thought.
My AYRE integrated is a killer and musical as separates for more money.
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yyzsantabarbara
any journey worth taking will experience a rough patch or two. Enjoy the music!
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