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Thiel CS3.6 and Aragon 8008BB combo?

Not too long ago I created a thread asking what amp would best drive Thiel CS3.6's for on an extreme budget. One of the amps suggested was the Aragon 8002. Well, I am in the process of purchasing an Aragon 8008BB.

Do any of you have experience with this pairing?

Is the amp too bright for the speakers?

Will the Aragon be able to handle this tough a load?

Any thoughts are appreciated.

Ron
starsandseas
starsandseas OP
37 posts
 
Thank you for your thoughts. I guess at this point "good" is as good as it gets for me. Perhaps the next amp
I buy will be the end all, but I doubt it!

Ron
a_hayman
43 posts
 
I drove my CS3.6's with an 8008BB for nine years, and although it did a good job, I found that the sound was not as refined as it could have been. Four years ago, I replaced it with a pair of Rowland 201 monoblocks, which made a significant improvement.

I think you'll find that the Aragon will give you good service and drive your Thiels for as long as you own it. It is good value; improving on it will cost you significantly more money.

Good luck, and happy listening!
zar
185 posts
 
I have never owned Thiels but do own a Aragon 8008bb that I bought here on Audiogon. It's dual mono design and 200 watts pc ame it as big tee says a very powerful amp. Runs in class A for the first 30 or so watts as well. I know there are better but I'm very happy with this amp and will not be replacing any time soon.
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