tomthiel
Thank You for addressing drotti2004 's query. I hope that you are having a Fruitful trip to (from) VA. Have fun and Safe travels.
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tomthiel
Outstanding! What a trip!? Good to read that you are back on NH home soil.
An incredible collection of Audio toys for your Hot Rod testing. Another incredible factor is Bill awaiting parts for the Classe’ amps. Very impressive.
Watch eBay or U.S. Audiomart for an Oppo player. They are plentiful!
Thank you for confirming that Bill still offers those upgrades. I hope to see his Operation someday before retirement. No doubt that he enjoys a thriving Audio shop. Can you comment on his Listening room or test bench gear ?
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tomthiel
Thank you for the description of Bill’ s Audio operation. I can only imagine his Home stereo system. No doubt that he has golden ears. After all he was the Lead technician at Conrad Johnson for a number of years.
I see Mr Rob Gillum in the same professional light.
30 years and counting, We are very fortunate to have these Men in our hobby.
The Panel’s 3.5 fans and owners will welcome any XO upgrades. EQ improvement as well. Glad that you guys enjoyed fellowship and fruitful travels. Nothing like exploration of Audio shops away from your local haunts.
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tomthiel
2nd Note;
Impressive that Bill employs a Pro Power Amp.
very curious to learn the brand/model? I wonder why he does not use a CJ power amp?
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tomthiel
You never cease to amaze me. Thank you for the history lesson on CJ. Their offerings are very fine in the RCA input/output tradition. I have never been disappointed in any demo. I can attest to the entry level models and top of the line models equally. Further, the CAV 45 is a very sweet integrated amp. While not the last word in a Powerhouse, it is musical and simple as hell.
Glad you are having fun with revamping the 3.5 Eq and speaker. Many will benefit when the upgrade is released. Same for fans and owners of the 2.2 and 2.4 models. Good fortune are entow. And yes, the 2.4 is plentiful in the secondary market place. Quick decision and timing are important in landing a pair.
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tomthiel
Are you still considering a 2-way Monitor under the Thiel Renaissance moniker?
I know that we had a prior discussion last year. No doubt that any new Product post 3.6 will be welcomed with enthusiasm and open ears.
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tomthiel
Thank you for the update. Good to read that your effort and hard work is developing into a real product. Floor stander vs. Monitor is a tough choice indeed.
I know you guys will invent the best of both designs, making it your own creation.
The buyer’s market is there for either One. Regarding the CS 2.4 , once you have had a taste, it is very difficult to say No. I am glad that you found your pair. I still have your 02 request at the Top of list equally. Maybe a sweet “Barn find@ will land on Us.
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danomar
PM answered. Thank you for contacting me.
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jab
Good to see you again. Nice catch! I hope those 3.6 speakers find the next home.
The Black finish is quite elegant.
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All
Over on Facebook marketplace there is a pair of CS 2.4 in rare White finish.
Virginia Beach, VA area. I hope these Speakers find the next good home.
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lars888888
Thank You for the follow up and citing your System. I also checked my CS 2.4SE speakers and see no residue, at all.
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jab
PM sent,. Happy Listening!
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halifax
Thank You for sharing these pics! Do you have Serial Numbers (S/N) 293/94 ?
Or, 294/95?
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halifax
In light of Tom's professional opinion, I would keep these loudspeakers. It is rare to find such low S/N. Very cool to learn that this is an original design by Jim.
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tomthiel
Thank You for providing your expert opinion and corresponding History lesson.
Good to learn that halifax owns the original design per Jim. Regarding your CS 2.4 speakers- what are the Serial Numbers (s/N)?
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tomthiel
Yes! beetlemania is the MAN! at DIY. I will search for the initial page that kicks off his upgrading XO talk.
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halifax
start with Page 190. The XO upgrade talk begins there, moving forward. Take your time as there is much to digest. It is good to have another DIY'er on the panel.
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halifax
My pleasure. I would certainly keep these rare Speakers. Enjoy your newly found treasure.
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ydjames
Thank You for posting. That is a sweet set-up minus all of that wood paneling.
I would imagine that the room is very "live"
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dimitrig
Welcome! Nice score on those CS 1.2 speakers. Good to see you here. Stay tuned until one of the Panel's 1.2 experts chimes in to address your query.
What other gear is in your System?
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tomthiel
Yes! a Classe' DR9 is also a sonic match. Nice score!
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james633
Good to see you here. A wise choice and sound investment in CS 2.4 loudspeakers.
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duramax747
Good to see you here again. I would surmise that a Speaker like the CS6 or CS 7.2 requires a large Krell, Levinson or Pass Labs to do justice.
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thieliste
Thank You for reporting on the Jadis w/ your CS 3.7 loudspeakers.
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thoft
Judging by the size of 3.6 speaker, it appears to fit better in a 14x14, 15x15 room for best results. Model CS6 or CS 7.2 would perform better in a 25x18 room. A larger footprint requires a larger space to stretch out.
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fitter468
Nice score! on the AYRE CX7e MP player.
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quasar24
My pleasure. What other Gear is in your System?
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duramax747
Thank You for addressing thoft's query. You are indeed a Thiel expert.
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thoft
What gear and cabling is in your System?
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tomthiel
Thank You for addressing and diagnosing thoft's potential situation with the 3.6 loudspeakers.
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duramax747
What gear and cabling is in your various Systems?
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vm1
Welcome! Good to see you here. The Panel has a few fans and owners of the CS 2.3 loudspeaker. Stay tuned until one of our experts chimes in to address your query. Thank You for citing Rob at CSS. He is a 1-Man Operation and has a pretty quick turnaround overall. I look forward in reading more about your Musical tastes and System. Keep me posted on the Repair process.
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tomthiel
Thank you for your expert advice as always.
I hope that you are well and recovering from your recent journey.
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duramax747
Thank you for the update. Take your time building any Reference system.
I agree that Pass Labs is a Sonic match for our loudspeakers. You have many excellent choices in pre-amps. Same for Cabling. Much decision will hinge upon the Pre-amp. Solid state v. Tubed. Either way you cannot go wrong. Keep me posted as you navigate Cabling.
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duramax747
Besides Pass Labs power amps, what other gear/cabling is in your system?
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vm1
My pleasure to assist you. Yes! there are a few CS6 fans and owners here on the
Panel. Take the time to read through this Thread. There is a plethora of excellent information.
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halifax
Nice catch! I hope that those 7.2 speakers find the next good home.
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lars88888
I have heard both of those Bryston amps. Which Pre-Amp do you plan to use?
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biannuzzi22
Thank You for the follow up w/ Rob at CSS. Do you have any other Amp consideration(s) beside Peachtree ?
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biannuzzi22
Good to read that you had a positive consultation with Rob at CSS. Thank You for citing the Protectant 303 and Silver solder.
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roxy54
Nice catch! I hope those CS 5 speakers find the next good home.
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All
a classic Mark Levinson 23.5 power amp avail over on U.S. Audiomart.
Seller has a sweet pair of Thiel speakers (CS 2.7 or CS 3.7 by my eyes) in the ad.
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cascadesphil
Thank you for the confirmation. I am quite curious as to why the ML sale?
That is a Beast of a Power Amp.
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tomthiel
2nd Note;
Sony writes a very good Operational manual. Take the time to digest it. I know that it is quite lengthy. Still, a wealth of information is there. Have fun!
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