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Allthe second stand arrived today per jab.Thank You for the outstanding wood working quality.
Pic is posted on my Virtual Systems.
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prof
Thank You- Audio is a journey indeed. It is not a sprint, it is a half-marathon to full on marathon. Regarding AYRE, the AX-5, especially in Twenty Series form will yield 90% of it counterpart separates. Unless one needs the extra power provided per separate Power amp or wishes to spend an additional $8K retail, the Integrated is damn impressive.
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Glad you found amplification for your speakers Jafant.
For audiophiles sometimes it's like a biblical journey. :-)
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All
I wanted to give a shout out to Panel member jab.My amp is sitting on one of his incredible stands. Fit and finish are second to none. Craftsmanship is beautiful and striking! If you guys are considering an Audio rack or Amp stand, look for further. I will receive a second stand for my spinner soon.
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rtbs70
My pleasure. You certainly own very nice gear. Take the time, at your leisure, to peruse this informative thread. There are several 3.6 and power-point owners here. My aspect or niche' is Cables/Power Cords.We all know that an integrated or pre-amp is the Heart of a system.Cables/Power Cords represent the Extremities. Careful matching and synergy will take a good system to excellent. And an excellent system to outstanding! I have 35 years in the gear and 48 years as a Music lover.
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jafant,
Thank you for the nice welcome. I started with CS2s 30 years ago and upgraded to 3.6s 15-20 years ago. They are the best purchase I have ever made! Last 10 years I have added MCS1 and 1.5s for movies and was considering Powerpoints to add ATMOS ceiling speakers. I started with Audible Illusions preamp, Thorens TT, and PS Audio amp but have just ordered a Monolith HTP-1 AV processor to use with my Olive digital player and Sunfire Signature/CInema Grand amps. I mostly listen to classic and alternative rock music but enjoy occasional jazz. |
prof
I have been experimenting behind the scenes w/ various gear over the years. AYRE made my purchasing decision easy. I wanted an AX-5 in black casing- now I own one. Read back through this thread and you will discover my auditioning time-line for everything else.
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Cabling auditioning is next. Stay tuned. Not interested in whatever-the-cables, but they will at least get sound coming out of your speakers! I admit I find your situation baffling. You've been advising others here for years about cables and equipment, without it seems having a working system. Or do I have that wrong about your system? What's been the hold up? |
prof
Cabling auditioning is next. Stay tuned.
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oblgny
the Black stain is elegant as well. The CS 2.4 is a real bargain and sleeper of a loudspeaker. Have fun!
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Wait...
After 4 years Jafant actually finally got an amp and is actually listening to his set up?
Could it be true?
But, I checked the set up photos. No cables going to the speakers.So, I guess not?
What's the update Jafant?
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jafant...
Like, wow - you finally committed to an amp! Congratulations. Checked your system out in the Virtual Systems section - nice digs. The 2.4’s look remarkably more spiffy in a wood finish than plain ol’ black like the ones I have up for grabs here. (Again.)
Most of my current listening has been relegated to streaming on Qobuz since I’m spending a lotta time searching for suitable employment on the interweb. (I can use it as well on my main stereo but that’s over the hills and far away downstairs and my computer ain’t.)
I actually hooked up the 2.4’s again about a week ago to see if time had eroded any of my original observations. I still find that the imaging is very tight and the highs are not as “sparkly” as the other models I’ve owned. Bass response is excellent and just true.
C’est la vie.
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protoss71
Thank You for the update. I am sure that there is a buyer for a pair of CS 2.3 w/ upgraded coax. Keep us posted and enjoy the Music!
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@jafant
Not sure what I’m doing with the Thiels. They are great for speech intelligibility, may put them in my 2nd HT system. I was using Audioquest no frills cables, got them on sale. They are soft sounding. I have MIT terminator 2’s and MIT Biwire terminator 4’s. They were too bright and resolving to be a good match for the Thiels. I love the tube pre and SS amp combo. First Watt amps look good and now that I have a more sensitive speaker I may be able to try one. Currently using a bryston 4bsst. Way more power than I need, never see my entire system pull more than 4 amps, judged by my Monster conditioner. |
2nd Note:If running separates, a tubed pre-amp with a solid-state power amp, is musically rewarding. Ayre Acoustics is a solid-state product with a tube-like soul to my ears.
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protoss71
Good to see you here again. I hope you like the Tekton Encores.Are you keeping the CS 2.3 loudspeakers as a back-up?What other gear including cabling is in your system?
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I just bought a pair of Tekton Encores (4ohm) to replace my 20 yo Thiel 2.3’s with upgraded coax drivers (the upgrades made all the difference in the world). Breaking in the Encores now. Adjusted for inflation the prices is about the same. The Thiels had an edge that was difficult to tame. A tubed preamp is necessary. I’ll keep y’all updated. |
rtbs70
Welcome! Good to see you here. This is a great time to pick up a sweet pair of Thiel Audio loudspeakers via dancastagna.I look forward in reading more about your musical tastes and system.
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dancastagna
Are you the poster of the powerpoint 1.2 ads on US Audiomart? You have quite a collection of nice Thiels. |
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Yes, on the demo sessions last year, I was enjoying the Music 40-45 range of volume settings. Plenty loud enough for my ears. And I like it LOUD!
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beetlemania
Thank You. Cabling , is the best and final piece of my puzzle.I will start auditioning next month and December. I will finalize sometime in January due to work obligations/schedule.
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@jafant Nice! What amp were you previously using? I imagine you are happy with the SQ. Does it play loud enough for you?
Assuming *balanced* connection (please tell me you’re using this and not the RCA connection) and full scale output (common on rock recordings but not necessarily classical), your combination of AX-5 and DX-5 will begin clipping at “40” or “41” indicated on the AX-5 volume display. With DSD recordings, this will be at indicated “44”. Ignoring room interactions, I estimate this somewhere in the range 95-97 dB with the CS2.4.
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Sounds like the collection that came from the Thiel museum when thiel went under. |
dancastagna
Good to see you again. Man, that is quite a collection of Thiel Audio loudspeakers!
Now to your query-depending on your locale, start with Mr. Rob Gillum. He may know of certain buyers for each of your .7 models. If not, U.S. Audiomart is an excellent marketplace. I have made several purchases there w/o issue.Here on Audiogon, you guys can Private Message (PM) to sell products.Otherwise, there are Audio Asylum and eBay.Keep us posted once you list the speakers for sale.
I hope that you are well and enjoying this Fall season.Feel free to contact any member of the Panel, for assistance.
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you’re going to sell a pair of 3.7?
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Hi All,
It's been over a year since i posted on this great forum and thought i would get input from who knows most about the Thiel products. About 2 years ago I purchased from
Rob Gillum what he said was new inventory, A pair of 3.7 Gibson Les Paul, pair of CS 2.7 in Amber wood, Pair of cs 1.7 all with Thiel brackets, 2 SS2 subs (one is not new) and 4 power point 1.2's What is the best way to sell these incredible speakers? Thanks, Dan
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jab
Thank You! for the follow up.
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jab
Thank You! for the pm.
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I was close in my approximation - 46 Lbs. corrected.
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My Virtual Systems profile is updated to reflect an AYRE AX-5 Integrated amp. The Black casing is quite elegant.
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Guys-
We are blessed with quit few DIY members of the Panel here.Does any of you have an extra Amp stand or Maple butcher block not in use?
My AYRE AX-5 measures 17w X 18d X 3h inches. Weight: 40 lbs.
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Nuzzi - I’m having a memory lapse even though it's only been 37 years. Please tell me if your CS3 equalizer is in a wood or metal case.
Thanks,Tom
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Tom Thiel - Thank you for your response about the SS2. I'm sure I will love it too!
Jafant - Right now I have a pair of CS2.7s in natural cherry and I am using a Hegel H300. I also have a pair of CS3 and CS2.3 (with the upgraded coax). Right now the CS3 and CS2.3 are in storage but I plan on using them or gifting them eventually. |
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tomthiel
Thank You for taking time to adress SmartSub SS1 and SS2.
Hope you and your local repair shop are able to figure out Jim's design and crack his cryptic code.
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biannuzzi22
Good to see you again. We have another SmartSub fan among the Panel. What other gear is in your system currently?
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Nuzzi - I love mine. The seamless integration with the main speakers is practically unbelievable. I agree that you 'should' be able to get them fixed when they break. Do that and tell us all and make lots of friends. I have tried two industry warrantee and repair shops to no avail and now have my SS1 at a local shop which has been quite knowledgeable and successful for other repairs. That ballot is still out, but the first two couldn't crack the code. Jim used a thermistor circuit to compensate for thermal compression from voice coil heat, plus his own circuitry for room boundary compensation. Both are "not normal".
The development documentation, patent applications and schematics are AWOL. It is possible that Jim kept that close to his chest; I know that he did all the repair himself and I can only speculate why. I am trying to find and recover documentation, which would make repair feasible and provide a foundation for working on quieting the background noise.
Anyhow, enjoy your woofers and please share your experience.
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tomthiel - Thank you for the info about the SS2. I already purchased it from Rob and I really just wanted you to tell me it is the best sub I can buy for the money. haha. I am a little confused about why repairing it would be an issue. If the amp theoretically failed, couldn't I just put a different amp in it and keep the drivers and cabinet? I have had sub amps repaired before and usually it is just a blown capacitor or something simple to fix. I am getting the PX05 with it so am excited to hear it in action! Thank you again! |
The driver goes into the rabbet and the beveled ring fills in the rest.
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So putting in the temporary midrange drivers just so I can enjoy them till there’s a better replacement do I just sink them all the way in?... cause I did that... |
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cascadesphil
Thank You for posting the link as above.
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tomthiel
Thank You for the updates from Hot Rod garage.
Hope that you are well and looking forward to the Fall season.
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Did I miss something? Are there some D28s available somewhere?
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Or, Rob could pick up for stock at CSS.
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tomthiel
Excellent! Perhaps one of our 3.5 owners will pick up these tweeters as a back-up pair.
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