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Best possible separates for Thiel CS 3.7
@beetlemania You can check this video where Vincent Brient drives directly 3 huge monoblocks with his 4 units Totaldac Twelve at the Munich show : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VxI3BVKiDI 
Best possible separates for Thiel CS 3.7
A no preamp configuration that would be top notch is Ayre MX-R Twenty driven by Totaldac Seven + d1-server. 
Best possible separates for Thiel CS 3.7
Ayre R-series is unfortunately to expensive in Europe at €67K. 
Best possible separates for Thiel CS 3.7
@beetlemania yes i recognize it's a lot of coin for an only 15K speaker but my goal is to push the limits of the 3.7s since i cannot convince myselt to change speaker brand in the future, that's how much i like Thiel speakers.So the only way to up... 
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http://www.kraudiousa.com/kronzilla-dx.php 
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Guys do you think it would be possible to drive properly my 3.7s with a pair of KR Audio Kronzilla DX monoblocks ?I'm looking at tube alternatives for my new build, another choice would be the VAC Signature IQ200 monos. 
Spotify vs. Apple Music vs. Google Play vs. Tidal: Which is Best
For hi-end audio it's either Qobuz or Tidal or both. 
Integrated Amps - Ayre vs Pass Labs
You should also consider the Gryphon Diablo 300 if you have the budget.Optional DAC available. 
PS Audio DirectStream DAC or Aqua Formula xHD
@emcdade  thanks for your input, yes i am familiar with R2R as i have auditioned extensively to the full Totaldac Twelve 4 boxes one of the best i've auditioned to date.Also auditioned the Aries Cerat Kassandra 2 Sig wich is also outstanding but w... 
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@wayneuncle, do you know the year they were manufactured ?Otherwise you can send your serial number and finish to Rob Gillum and he will tell you.Price for the latest crossovers is $800/pair. 
Best of the best Integrated amps in 2018
@jasbirnandra  my speakers are Thiel CS 3.7s room size 21x15. 
Best of the best Integrated amps in 2018
@jasbirnandra  i know Ypsilon very well, it's my favorite brand and i was privileged to demo the preamp and the Aelius II monoblocks last year in my system.Problem with the Phaethon is that it delivers only 180w into 4 Ohm, that's pretty short for... 
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Guys i  e-mailed Rob Gillum about the CS 3.7 crossovers and he told me it is still possible to order from him the latest crossovers if you want to upgrade first generation of CS 3.7s. 
Int Amp for Thiel CS 3.7
I got some news from Vitus, they told me the SIA-030 integrated amp will be released end of this year and price will be €30K in Europe without the DAC option. 
Best of the best Integrated amps in 2018
@jafant  i would think so.You can send them an e-mail to be sure.