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What speaker after Thiel 7.2?

I'm not unhappy with my speakers, but I'm curious about what else is out there. My question is directed to those who owned (or very seriously considered) the 7.2s as to what they moved on to and their assessment of the change. Particularly, are you happy or regretful? What does your speaker do that the Thiels didn't do? What did the Thiels do that your current speaker doesn't do? Of course, those that went to a speaker costing considerably more should maintain some perspective.

Budget would be under 20k new (although would listen to speakers up to 30k), and listening room is 18x16 with an open-floor layout. This means that the speakers have no side-walls, are spaced 9 feet apart, and listening position is at 12 ft. Main priorities would be for a full-range speaker that images clearly, accurately, with a realistic soundstage, and good reliability/customer service.

Thanks,
Rob
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czbbcl
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I am a mechanical engineer working in the automotive industry. I design and develop metal removal manufacturing process for crankshafts for internal combustion engines. Automotive being a highly competitive industry. I work very closely with designers to enhance the manufacturability of the component to improve both quality and lower costs.

Chuck
lrsky
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Chuck,
There were rumours of a replacement for the 3.6 when I worked there, back in 1998, so don't wait. (Of course now that I say that, they'll probably release its replacement tomorrow)LOL!
The probem we (it was we back then) had, was that the damn thing just kept selling, or as Kathy Gornik, President of THIEL said, "They still have legs."
I personally never liked them because they had way too much of their own personality for ME. As someone said 'Vive la difference'.(I did not study French, as you can see.
Plus the sub woofer, in walls, and the final embracing of the Home Theater market, 10 years too late, came along for THIEL.
The other issue, is how to make a product which will 'fit' into the mix, not outperform others in your line, and cost less, killing some of your other products--the worst possible outcome.
david99
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Lrsky-The 3.7 is in the works.
Thiel only builds ~ one 3.6 per month now.
Now is the time for a change..
Im hoping to snag a used pair of 3.6's when the 3.7's are released and 3.6 owners sell off thiers to upgrade.
The prices of used 3.6's are out of my league right now,but I hope this will change in time with the release of the new speaker.

Cinematic-I want to audition your speakers.
What inhibiting strings are attached?
lrsky
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David,
That has been the official story for at least three years now. That is what I was alluding to earlier.
As early as 1998, we (I was still there) were talking about a 3.7, which could employ the coaxial array, and therefore be more in keeping with their current technology.
Unless you have an unimpeachable source, and even then, things change quickly, as demands are so inconsistent at various times. So today's ideas can change.
I hope for their sake, that they can bring out a 3.7. That is a good price point for them to be in, and their technology in that arena is very old.
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David99

I have a pair of 3.6's in amberwood I may be willing to sell when the time comes. Right now I really enjoy my 3.6's they image so well and the soundstage is wide and deep. I do not understand why anyone would think these speakers are not outstanding especially given their price. I would like a pair of 7.2's but it just isn't the time yet.

Chuck
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