Opinions on Thiel CS2?


I have the opporunity to purchase a pair of Thiel CS2 loudspeakers and wonder what people think of them? I know these were manufactured in 1988 and no modifications or driver changes were made. My main concern is what might need replacing due to age and the parts cost from the factory. I've listened to some of the later Thiel models and was impressed with the sound, but am not sure what to expect with these.

TIA,
Ron
ron_r
I own the 1994 CS 1.5s and can tell you they are outstanding considering the small cabinet size.
Never heard the CS 2s but i would suspect they are juste as good.
A high current amp is required for most Thiels.

joefama, got it right. Perhaps Thiels most reliable and easiest to drive model, with their smooth 6 Ohm nominal 5 Ohm minimum impedance. Perhaps the last of the Thiel models that really, really needed attention to the treble. Many used c-j tubes with this model in an effort to tame the treble, but I personally found the ported bass to be too wooly driven as such. A steal on the used market, but be prepared to spend a little on amplification. Not so much because of their a challenging load, but just because of their particular sonic qualities.
My enthusiasm neglected to include mentioning that Thiel's Rob in the service department can give you advice and estimates on anything you might find needs replacement/refurbishing for the 2's.  That's comforting to know that the legacy models can be given an even longer life.