I have followed this thread for quite a while and decided to enter my four cents. i have been a loyal thiel owner since 1985 when i got my first pair of CS2s. since then i have owned 2.2, 2.4, and now i have a wonderful pair of 2.7's with outriggers. I have owned tons of different electronics over the years but stayed loyal to Thiel, sort of like fourwinds above. I currently use the PS Audio BHK 250 amp with them and that is a great match. if anyone reading this needs a set of the sound anchor platforms for 2's and 2.2's, please let me know. ktager@triad.rr.com