I have Thiel 6's and a Krell FPB200. I have found the Krell to be “very interconnect dependant”. The more expensive the wire, the worse it sounded. I ended up using some Radio Shack mic cable, why did have that cable; it’s a long story. After finding the right interconnects the detail, soundstage and all the things a good amp can offer are there. “Life is Good”. Can't say much regarding any other amp on you list.
Amp (<10k$) for Thiel CS7.2s
I am currently driving my Thiel CS7.2s using Bryston 7B ST monoblocks (in parallel mode). The 7Bs provide the kind of current and power that the CS7.2s thrive on and overall sound quite good. However, after auditioning some of the top SS amps over the last few months I know that the Thiels can offer even better sound and performance. Specifically in the areas of soundstage, tonal color, richness, detail, delicacy, and dynamics. To date I have auditioned at home (and would rank in order of preference) the ML336, McIntosh MC602, Classe CAM350 monos, and the Krell FPB300. I want to stick with solid state for practicality and the fact that the Thiels are also the L/R channels in a HT setup. Any comments on experience with the above amps or others that I may not have considered, especially used w/Thiels, would be appreciated.
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