Thiel Owners

It would be nice to think that someone could start making proper Thiel speakers again with all of Jim's concepts intact. Not holding my breath on that one.

If Rob Gillium has the machinery to fabricate the drivers it seems not far-fetched to at least start making CS2.4s again (I know they had problems with the more complex CS3.7 drivers and cabinets at the Lexington facility). Surely, at least a few of their old dealers would be willing to sell some, especially if the crossovers are updated with the latest parts.

I believe they sold off their manufacturing equipment for the most part when they moved to TN.  Maybe they could join up with Tyler for the cabinets?  Was the 2.7/3.7 driver made in China?  I seem to remember reading that somewhere.  I wonder how much it actually costs.  My 3.7s are an early pair, SN around 40/41.  I actually blew a midrange and even though I bought the speakers used they sent me a new one for free.  I haven't read about anybody else blowing one, though, so I'm thinking it's pretty rare. 

Good news for Thiel owners!

Yesterday after the news about Thiel closing, I’d sent Rob Gillum an email inquiring about about replacement drivers for my 2.7s.

I received his reply today.

Rob will be taking over the THIEL Service department - as previous posts have suggested  - and so servicing/parts will continue to be available for our legacy Thiel speakers.

Boy was that a relief!

It really is great news that Rob will apparently continue. Frankly, Kentucky service dept was the only reason I was in the least bothered about Thiel Audio continuing.