Jafant......yes, Krell and MIT have a long history with Thiels. I've read that the Vandguard integrated is the real deal; resolution, warmth, not sterile, powerful at 200 w/channel ( 400 @ 4 ohms ) and harmonically accurate. I would think this amp and the best MITs or Transparent cables would synergize quite well with your Thiel CS2.4se. Another integrated to research is the Belles Soloist 1. I had one and it was full and rich sounding with lots of power. Enjoy your journey.