jafant

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Scoring on Used Thiels here
Go for it! mapmanexcellent speaker traits and characteristics as above. I chose Thiel speakers for their inherently rich timbre of different instruments. The CS 2.4 is a real sweet spot in the modern line. I cannot comment on more vintage models. ... 
Thiel Owners
Much Thanks! tomthielcan you suggest another integrated amp?Happy Listening! 
Thiel Owners
Thanks! for the specs- unsound.those thoughts did cross my mind of course. I am working on a connectionwith the Anthem rep for my area/district whom uses this integrated in his system featuring CS 3.7 loudspeakers.  I will take the 138w doubling d... 
Thiel Owners
unsoundnow, the fun really begins as I start pondering a CD/SACD spinner and cabling that ties it all together. I have only heard Anthem gear w/ Audioquest cabling (older models). Other than Audioquest, I have spent the most time with Transparent ... 
Thiel Owners
unsoundClass A/B according to the website. Most important of all, this amp is hand built, 100% in-house, Canada. I did verify with Anthem directly.Happy Listening! 
Amps for Paradigm Persona 3f
returntomusicconsider the panel's suggestion on Anthem. I have heard the older separates with Paradigm and PSB loudspeakers. Last week I had the pure pleasure of auditioning the new STR Integrated (GoldenEar speakers).I used Rock and Jazz cd/sacd(... 
Heart, Lungs, Brains, Veins, Liver
The pre-amp is the Heart of any system. Start your system building here.Happy Listening! 
Integrated or Receiver?
will62look into the Yamaha Aventage receiver series. I recently had an audition with its matching universal player- BD-A1040. Happy Listening! 
Thiel Owners
Good catch- unsound and marqmike.The CS 2.4 does not have a powered woofer section. It does not need one, in my opinion.  All listening was conducted w/o any subwoofer. This was my first introduction to Goldenear speakers. The Ribbon tweeter reall... 
Thiel Owners
Thank You- nuttyyes, this amp is very powerful. The music just flowed without any effort to my ears. I started at level 30.0 on the volume. Then increased to 20.0, certainly loud at this point. By the time I reached 15.0, the sound was as loud as ... 
Thiel Owners
Much Thanks! mi4this is a reference integrated amp, even if it is considered, entry level.Happy Listening! 
Whats playing on your system today?
Stanton Moore - With You In Mind 
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Lizz Wright - Grace 
Jazz for aficionados
Van Morrison - Versatile (2017). 
Quincy Jones Interview
After reading an article, the word sh*% does enter my mind. It is very poor form to print negative remarks about the current President. What a joke of an interview?