Thiel 1.6's or Quad 22L's ? Opinions Please.

I've played my 1.6's with ARC VT-100 Mk-III and my current Sony STR-DA1000ES HT receiver (90 watts/ch @ 4 ohms).
I don't think they are bright at all.
Although not what I would call a "super speaker" (Thiel 7.2, Wilson Maxx), they are totally satisfying for the type of listening I do.
They are very coherent and neutral at normal to lively volumes (I can't crank them in my current dwelling).
I was trying out 5 channel HT for the first time with the second "Riddick" movie (no subwoofer) and was amazed at the quantity and quality of bass I was hearing in my medium sized room (14 X 14) from 2 six-inch woofers! Good stuff...

Thanks for the great input. My listening is generally confined to one sweet spot about 8-9' from the speaker plane. I've heard so many good things about the Thiels that they do interest me. I live a bit off the beaten path so live auditions are tough.That's why i solicite comments from my fellow 'Goners. Great input and thanks.
Beernut

Narrod is right. The Rotel and Thiels will be a bright combo. I would say beyond Lively. If you are keeping that amp, I would suggest the Quads.

Friends don't let friends have Bright systems...

Happy Holidays!

Chris

That's interesting. I guess the rotel is considered bright sounding. However, I hear the Thiels need lots of power to sound good an are not an easy load for many amps. Opinions? I'm also considering a sterling pair of 2.2's on 'Gon.
Beernut

Beer...you hit the nail on the head...the Quads have a very live, dynamic sound...with amazing bass(I always like kevlar cone bass)...for your music choices...you will be very happy...I had a pair of 12ls a couple of years ago...good luck...