Thiel CS3.6 and PrimaLuna

dnanstad

I see now you sold the Thiels and kept the PL amp, this amp has a peaking high frequency that starts at 10k, only a 2ohm load flattens it out (green trace) a speaker that seems subdued in this area or one that has a 2ohm load in this area will be a good match to look for.
https://www.stereophile.com/images/1214PLDPIfig01.jpg

Maybe look at Martin Logans ESL’s that have active (200w) bass like the Montis, because ML’s do have a 2ohm load in the HF this will nullify the PL’s peak and the ML having an active bass means the PL won’t have to do it which will be it’s weak area. The more I think of it, this could be a match made in heaven, but not for party levels as you have limited wattage from the PL.
https://www.stereophile.com/images/912Montisfig1.jpg


Cheers George

A pair of Vandersteen 1's and 2wq subs would be my choice for replacing the Theil's.
The subs should be coming down in price soon due to the introduction of the new Sub 3.
B

I would have sold the PL.
Happy Listening!

jafant8,056 posts04-03-2018 10:13pmI would have sold the PL.

 Same, and kept the Thiels and got the right amp for them, as they can sound very good.

Cheers George