tomthiel
Good to see you. Hope you are well and like beetle, having fun in your Hot Rod garage/studio, with your XO projects. Keep up the outstanding work!
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andy2
Another excellent post. Agreed, materials science and metallurgy are fascinating to me. These factors have drawn me to cables and power cords since the 1990's. It all begins w one's first aftermarket interconnect or power cord purchase. Happy Listening!
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tomthiel
I would be interested in your recollection of cables and power cords that Thiel Audio used in the lab. You have touched on some of the power amp(s) that were incorporated for lab testing. Perhaps Jim had a favorite brand that was tested, utilized.
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prof
I have a Bryston 4B3 and BP-17(3) demo in a few weeks. I have had several Bryston 4B-SST, SST2 and BP-26 audtions in the past. Really looking forward to the new cubed series audition. Stay tuned.
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I see tomthiel. I can understand your position not to go against the great JGH. After all of these years, he is still the MAN! Harry Pearson as well.
Did you or Jim ever meet JGH or HP outside of Audio shows?
Ever receive an invite to either publisher's personal residence?
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Well, your and Jim's hard work, endless hours of perfection, certainly paid off big time- tomthiel.
You guys have a dedicated following here and across other Audio forums.
Not every speaker company can make this kind of claim.
Hope Mr. Rob Gillum is well and having fun.
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Welcome! boilers1
I have had the pleasure of listening to the Rega Elicit -R integrated on different speakers that sounded pretty good. Thiel speakers crave high-current. I am interested to learn the current output of your Rega? It could be that the volume has to increase to gain a certain output level?
My first CS 2.4 listening experience was with a Creek integrated that did not have the power of your Rega. Remembering back, I did adjust the volume to musical taste. Hope this has been helpful.
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Happy Friday the 13th- ALL. |
Keep me posted on your Audio journey - boilers1 The CS 2.4 should not exhibit any congestion of any kind? My demo of the Rega included the Rega Saturn-R player and a Macbook Pro (to show off the internal DAC/Computer Audio capability).
Double check all connections on all gear. Yes, agreed that the Rega is very capable. The Creek that I demo'ed was half powered and still sounded very fine with a NAD 565BEE player.
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brayeagle
I am looking forward to the audition as well. It is going to be interesting to learn the advancement of the cubed series. Happy Listening! |
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yyzsantabarbara
Good to see you. Thank You for the comments. I would not mind getting a demo on the ML No. 585 integrated. It has received high marks all around. The early reports on the Bryston 4B3 is that it has a warmer presentation than previous series. This might account for the presentation, sound that you heard during your demo.
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tomthiel
Thank You for your comments and replies to my query. I think that we all started with Monster Cable at one time or another. I know that Transparent then M.I.T. were some of the earliest adopters of aftermarket cabling and power cords. It would be interesting to learn which company came into existence in Europe and Japan.
No doubt that Ray Kimber had a hand in those early days of cabling.
Wonderful CES story. A few years ago I did hear Straight Wire and was impressed with its entry level IC and PC. Very musical to my ears. This tells us that one does not need to spend much money to achieve great sound. Happy Listening!
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andy2
nice deduction on the Acoustic Zen cables. Over the years, I have spent the most time, owned, Transparent Audio products. From my previous system I endorsed the Super IC and PC. Very good for little money.
Imagine my surprise when I had more than several opportunities to audition the top-tier Ref, RefXL and OPUS cabling systems. Beyond belief. Happy Listening! |
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As above,
yes the system has been buggy all week for me as well.
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pwhinson
Good to see you. Yes, SR is a sonic match for Thiel speakers. IMO, the expense is worth the outcome. Thank You for sharing your cabling history. Happy Listening!
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brayeagle
Agreed- it is still buggy between the "Sorry" and "Error 500" nonsense.
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brayeagle
Yes, still buggy from my end? Happy Listening! |
prof
Agreed, seems to be a mix of "Sorry" and "Error 500" nonsense. I do know that this newer platform or Version 2.0 is an App-driven model. Perhaps an App server as well? |
vair68robert
No- the other Audio forums send a maintenance notice well in advance reporting that the site goes down for said amount of days, times.
I follow all of the sites listed on dailyaudiophile.com on a very regular basis. Audiogon appears to have a different interaction, look and operating platform in comparison. An exact location here in the USA and its server(s) locale would be of interest to me. |
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Excellent discussion Andy, Tom, Prof
I know that Beetlemania and Tom, specifically, are working diligently on this XO project that will benefit us very soon. I am looking forward to the final products for upgrade and excited by ClarityCap CSA best offerings.
To address Andy's initial query, yes, the CS 2.4SE is an extra dose of sweetness to an already sweet CS 2.4 loudspeaker in stock form.
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drrsutliff
Much Thanks! for the update. Good to read that VAC and Thiel are sonic matches. Keep us posted as you massage the Renaissance V into your system and room. I have often thought about the VAC integrated amp and its impact w/ Thiel speakers. Are you using all Wireworld cabling?
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Excellent! drrsutliff
Audience is an even better choice. Good to read about this brand mating well w/ the CS 2.4 loudspeaker. I have been trying to get an updated audition w/ Audience. I t has been over 10 years and several generations back (Au24) since my last demo. Audience's power conditioner is highly regarded as well.
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andy2
Yes, the XO is accessed via the Passive Radiator- Tom beat me to it.
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tomthiel
Thank You for more history markers, this time, addressing the various series of Thiel Audio's wonderful loudspeakers. I did wonder and was curious how the models received their badges, names over the years.
Again, you are important contributor here. I look forward in reading about the next history lesson. Happy Listening!
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jonandfamily
Thank You for listing your serial numbers of your CS 3.6 loudspeakers.
I enjoyed reading your thread about the dedicated line, circuit install in your home. Looking forward in reading about your impressions, thoughts, on its effect of your system. Happy Listening!
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All
A gentle reminder, as Jon pointed out, please list your Serial Numbers of your speakers. This will give a little more insight, possibly, the numbered pair of said model(s) produced. Hope you guys are enjoying the Fall season. Happy Listening!
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tomthiel
Good to read that you discovered how to find your email , PM messages here on the 'Gon. I sent you a new message today. Please read and reply. Happy Listening!
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beetlemania
Good to see you. Thank You for the diy tip. Happy Listening! |
fitter468
Good to see you again. Thank You for listing your speakers' serial numbers. Those are low production numbers indeed. The 3.6 model has quite a few fans and owners here. Happy Listening!
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silvanik
Thank You for listing your serial numbers. Happy Listening! |
andy2
Thank You for listing your serial numbers. I do not believe that I have seen SN that low for CS 2.4- special speakers indeed. Happy Listening! |
tomthiel
Thank You for replying to my email. Happy Listening!
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andy2
Right On! as prof can attest, one is going to have to spend more, much more, to better these modern Thiel loudspeakers. Good to read that you are enjoying your 2.4 loudspeakers. I knew that you would enjoy them.
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marqmike
Good to see you again. Do you know the number of owners of your CS 2.4 prior to purchase- I wonder if one of the previous owners swapped the plates or something else...
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tomthiel
Thank You for this piece of information regarding the numbering sequence of Thiel's loudspeakers. No doubt that Rob is your Man for such historical and valuable insight. Happy Listening! |
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beetlemania
Thank You for the update. Looking forward to a working XO model.
Hope you are having fun during this research process. It is going to pay-off big time. Happy Listening! |
marqmike
Very interesting development. Perhaps Mr. Rob Gillum could shine a light on this subject. Feel free to send him an email, at the very least, he his quite responsive via phone as well. Keep me posted should you decide to reach out and touch him. Happy Listening!
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prof
Yes, it is the entire package indeed. Hope you are enjoying the Fall season. Happy Listening!
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rojacob
Welcome! I am glad that you found us here. Thank You for the hot tip on replacing cap(s) in the CS 2.4 loudspeaker. Tell us more about your system and musical genre tastes. I look forward in reading more about you and your system.
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Good to see you- beetlemania Much Thanks! for the update and your hard work regarding this issue. Those cross-overs do look cool. Put me down for yea.
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Good to see you- tmsrdg Looks like a cool project indeed. Keep us posted. Happy Listening! |
Good to see you- prof did you find a buyer for the CS 3.7 ? Happy Listening! |
Very cool developments- beetlemania staying tuned to your and tomthiel's XO project. Happy Listening! |
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batmobil
Thank You for the Kinki mention. Happy Listening! |
prof
Nice catch. I would like to see oblgny score these as he is in NY.
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Good to see you - ronkent nice score on the CS 3.7 model. I know that you will enjoy this loudspeaker. I know that you will find a good home for your CS 2.7 speakers as well. This is an excellent opportunity for another music lover to discover Thiel loudspeakers. Keep us posted as you massage the 3.7 into your system/room. Happy Listening! |
Good to see you - tomthiel Much Thanks! to you, beetlemania and Mr. Rob Gillum for taking on the task and project of building xo for our beloved Thiel speakers. What fun you guys must be engaged. Happy Listening! |
