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Int Amp for Thiel CS 3.7

I need some advice on choosing the right Int amp to drive a pair of Thiel CS 3.7
Here are some that i can think of : Hegel H360, Modwright KWI 200 SE, Karan KA-I 180 MK2 and others.

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thieliste OP
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Pass Int 250 or Gryphon Diablo 300 ?
Which has the right sound signature for CS 3.7 ?
rcprince
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The question more should be which sound signature do you prefer.  The Thiels do a good job of reproducing what is given them; I can't imagine them not sounding terrific with either of those amplifiers.  Any way you could audition those amps to see if one has a sound you prefer over the other?
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drrsutliff
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I presently use an Ayre VX-5 Twenty power amp with my Thiel CS2.4 and it has excellent synergy in my system. I recommend you consider the Ayre AX-5 twenty integrated as a match for the CS3.7
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The panel here offers very good company - thieliste.
Hope you are well and playing good music today.
Happy Listening!
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I'd suggest a minimum of 400 Watts into 2 Ohms, and depending on your room and desired listening levels, twice or more than that might be more appropriate.

I think you'll find that many of even the more respected manufacturers integrated amps are incapable of doubling down and down again into 2 Ohm loads.

https://www.stereophile.com/content/thiel-cs37-loudspeaker-specifications

https://www.stereophile.com/content/thiel-cs37-loudspeaker-measurements

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