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Thiel CS2.4 to what?

I'm getting the itch to upgrade my speakers (Thiel CS2.4). Nothing really wrong with them, they image like crazy, is like a clear window into the music, but I sometimes feel they are a bit too "reserved" and missing the joie de vivre. Looking for something that instills more life.

Rest of the system is PS Audio DirectStream Dac driving a pair of Bel Canto Ref500M. Front end includes a PS Audio PerfectStream Transport, a Auralic Aries streamer, Clearaudio turntable with PS Audio NuWave phono. All cables are Cardas.

My room is a semi-dedicated room (sharing it with my office, which is in an alcove off the listening room). I do have a sloped ceiling on the front wall (it's a finished attic), about 16' wide and 14' deep. Some acoustic panels to tame reflections.

Budget would be in the range of $4-6000 above what I can get for the Thiels (thinking about $2k as they are in awesome condition and has the upgraded maple finish). Basically, what would you recommend that is similar to the Thiel, but has more dynamics and a bit less sterile.
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audiojan OP
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@harrylavo, I think that's exactly what I'm going to do. I listened to a few other speakers during last week (some much more expensive than the Thiel's) and I was underwhelmed, just didn't have that "window into music" quality.

The goal is to find a Thiel subwoofer (or a pair would be ideal, but I'll settle for one for now). I already have the Integrator.
michaeljbrown
146 posts
 
Been there done that. I’ve had three pair of 2.4’s, as I always go back. Going up the line is not the answer,either. Rocky Mountain Audiofest is coming up in October, could hear a multitude of speakers there. You have a great system. Good luck!
pops
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@audiojan “window into the music” as you describe is spot on! That is one of the addicting qualities of Thiels. Also, I personally would never leave before I maximized all other compenents and cables upstream synergistically.

My Thiels have always kept up and risen to new levels of performance with every component upgrade I have made.
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jafant
19,770 posts
 
Agreed pops.
Happy Listening!
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gosta
839 posts
 
Having Thiels 2.2, 3.6 and 1.7 I've been enjoying ATC and Tannoy for a while, but will soon let the Thiel's sing again. Tested a lot of subs I would suggest ATC are the best for music. Sadly rather expensive.


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