Thiel Owners

Thanks guys for all the help here.  I'm going over tonight for one last listen, and if I like what I hear think I'll pull the trigger, probably for the speakers and amp.  I'm confident having talked with Rob about the driver issue and how to resolve it, and the amp I know pairs well and is in working order, plus with its iconic status I think that won't hurt any resale prospects either.  Will let you know how it all goes!

@coop_301 , Something to consider; some of these amps are getting up there in age, and might be due for a recapping and perhaps re-biasing. The cost of which may not be inexpensive, especially when considering the weight and corresponding shipping costs. Occasionally one might find one for sale with documentation that this had recently been done by the factory or an approved tech. Be careful of unapproved workmanship. If you can find an appropriately updated amp, you might find a killer value.

@unsound , thanks for the advice, I think it's a great point especially with something like a ML that I read are labor intensive to work on.  I couldn't make it tonight to check them out but hopefully get out there this weekend.  Appreciate the words of caution.

@coop_301 , Another consideration is to purchase an amp on the condition that it passes an authorized tech inspection. In which case you might avoid some risk, could get the amp properly updated, and as such eventually save money on at least one delivery trip expense.

I like the idea unsound, having peace of mind is big for when I'm stretching my budget like in this situation, thanks.