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Need advice/opinion in choosing Vandy 2ci or Thiel 1.5

I'm setting up an audio system for my son and run into cheap pair of Vandy 2CI and Thiel CS1.5 all in good shape.
I'm leaning toward Thiel CS 1.5 since I've owned a few pairs in the past. 
Electronics are tube integrated, modest vinyl system, streaming DAC. Small room 10x12 with window

Thanks!


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jenney
21 posts
 
Thiel's are no longer made I would get the Vandersteen 1Ci.  Great speaker for the $'s new
unsound
7,327 posts
 
There's still support available for Thiel Audio loudspeakers:

Coherent Source Service – Specializing in repair and restoration of THIEL Loudspeakers
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audionoobie
357 posts
 
Small room 10x12. Do your self a favor and get the Vandy 1ci's. I prefer them over the 2's and personally think they'll do better in your small room. 

-Joe
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jjss49
6,612 posts
 
my personal preference would be vandys
unsound
7,327 posts
 
While I ultimately much prefer the Vandy 2’s to the Vandy1’s, @audionoobie is spot on regarding the Vandy 2’s being too big for such a small room.
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