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Thiel 1.6 vs 2.3 vs 3.6

I'm looking to get a pair of Thiel's, and I've really liked what I've auditioned. Given my budget, I'm considering 1.6's, 2.3's and 3.6's. I'm going to put them in my living room (14x18, hardwood floors - 14x29 counting the semi-attached dining room), and I'm driving them with an Adcom GFA 555-II amp from a Adcom GFP 565 preamp.

Any comments or suggestions?

Ray
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rtn1
535 posts
 
They are all great, and they would all work in your room. The 3.6's are a great value currently, and will likely be replaced by a new model soon. What's your gut feeling after listening to them?

Rob
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czbbcl
1,752 posts
 
I love my 3.6's and highly recommend them. It is a shame, however; that you can't drive them with better electronics and realize their full potential.They are truly an amazing speaker given their cost

Chuck
jazzdude
332 posts
 
Let your ears judge which is best. But I don't know about mating any of these with you amp. Be sure to audition them together. Even if it means taking your amp to the dealer.
islandflyfisher
94 posts
 
I own Thiel 22's. My room is 15x17 and with 22's, I've had to position my speakers almost four feet into the room away from the front wall and almost three feet in from the side walls. With that in mind, I feel that the 3.6's would be a little on the large side for your room. If you are considering the 3.6's, I'm assuming your budget would allow you to add good musical sub to the 1.6's or upgrading to the 2.4's which is a huge improvement over the 2.3's.
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