Thiel Owners

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now, the fun really begins as I start pondering a CD/SACD spinner and cabling that ties it all together. I have only heard Anthem gear w/ Audioquest cabling (older models). Other than Audioquest, I have spent the most time with Transparent Audio cabling (I do not know if this brand is a sonic match?).

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Jafant, I do hope you get to hear the STR with your Thiel’s before committing to it.
I wouldn’t exactly agree that it’s “very powerful”, not with your Thiel’s at least.
Look at the specs below 4 Ohms, both the integrated and the SRT power amp seem to drop current output fairly dramatically (for ss) below 4 Ohms, which is where your 2.4’s reside from 100 Hz straight through past 20 KHz. Below 100 Hz the 2.4’s impedance curve is a bit of a roller coaster ride with some challenging phase angles too. It’s power output below 4 Ohms is comparable to a less than 138 Watts per channel amp that could truly double down to 2 Ohms. Of course, depending on room, source material and desired listening volumes, either could be satisfactory.
Personally I would be concerned about depreciation purchasing one of these new.

Thanks! for the specs- unsound.
those thoughts did cross my mind of course. I am working on a connection
with the Anthem rep for my area/district whom uses this integrated in his system featuring CS 3.7 loudspeakers.  I will take the 138w doubling down into 2 ohms, so long as, the current is engaging.
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J, the hidden problem that arises with an amp that doesn't double-down to 2 ohm loads is that the distortion increases dramatically when driven into overload. That dirty signal is what toasts drivers, especially the delicate tweeter voice coil which is still in the circuit below 200 hz in a first-order XO. Unless you have a small room and quiet listening habits, I suggest holding out for more beef.

Much Thanks! tomthiel
can you suggest another integrated amp?
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