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Amp for Thiel CS1.5?
Hi4headI wouldn't let doubling down conern me but another amp to consider would be McCormack.Chuck 
rothwell attenuators..effect on sound?
I use them between my pre-amp and amp and have not heard any discernable effect on sound quality other than lower volume. I would recommend them if your goal is to reduce gain.Chuck 
Amp for Thiel CS1.5?
ElevickI agree thiels love good quality power and the more the merrier but for 500-600 hi4head is not going to get much. Even what I recommended is going to push his budget probably beyond what he has. Chuck Chuck 
Amp for Thiel CS1.5?
In your price range you might be able to find a used conrad johnson 2250; cj is a good match for thiels. I currently run a cj premier350 into thiel 3.6's with great results. Prior to the premier 350 I used a cj 2500A also with good results.Chuck 
Conrad johnson 350 power cord
I use a PS Audio Statement Extreme and can say that I don't hear much of a difference over the stock cord. I had it laying around so I thought I would put it to use.Chuck 
Where do I make the long run IC or speaker cable?
I received my information from conrad johnson as I run their electronics and they suggested short inteconnects.....short as possible........over speaker cables. With long interconnects I believe it is recommended to use a balanced design; not sure... 
Audioquest - IC especially - are these smooth or
I currently use volcano and anaconda both are very smooth and detailed.Chuck 
Where do I make the long run IC or speaker cable?
I have heard just the opposite......short interconnects with long speaker runs.Chuck 
Aside form the Human voice...
I'll go with the piano and violin.Chuck 
Comparison of Thiel CS2.4 vs. Vandersteen 3A Sig.
Chadnliz I agree tube or ss would work fine with either speaker.Chuck 
Comparison of Thiel CS2.4 vs. Vandersteen 3A Sig.
I have also heard Thiel referred to as agressive.Chuck 
To Mod Denon DVD-5900 or not?
Second the comment concerning only purchasing a modded unit from a reputable modder; this is an absolute must do. Also agree that there are many other models and manufacturers to chose from.Chuck 
To Mod Denon DVD-5900 or not?
I agree with all concerning the value of modded gear as it really depends on who modded it. But for the most part what I have seen is that modded units do not hold their value well. However, when I compare the sound of my unit to other high end un... 
To Mod Denon DVD-5900 or not?
I have a modded SCD-1 and it is far superior to the stock unit. Depth of sound stage and the placement of the instruments in that sound stage is incredible as is the transparency (speakers disappear). The timbre, texture and tempo of the instrumen... 
Comparison of Thiel CS2.4 vs. Vandersteen 3A Sig.
Tom be careful what you put in that water it could be contagious.