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Thiel 1.6 - bass

Hi, I love my Thiel 1.6, including it's tight clean bass, but I am wondering if there are ways to effectively extend the bass even lower. Have any of you effectively matched a good sub to the Thiel 1.6? Or, have you found an amp that particularly emphasises the the bass?

I'm using Plinius 8200 mk II currently. It's quite a good match. (my friend tried a First Sound preamp with pass amp or CJ 11a - awesome!).

Ok, any ideas for bass?

While we are at it, what amp have you heard that works well with Thiel 1.6?

Thanks
Art
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warrenh
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There is no amp that is going to get your Thiels to go where they cannot go. Lets face it: a 6 1/2" woofer, does have some lower extension limitations. A sub is the way to go. You'll get tons of threads about this. I auditioned the 1.6s (after owning the 1.5s) and opted for the Revel M20s. They, too, require a sub. I use a Sunfire Architectural--10" front firing. Powerful, fast, tight, deep extension and small. Integrates beautifully with my Revels. Seamless. People usually think of Sunfire and home theatre, but this speaker was designed by Carver for two channel listening. The big one is the Architectural Signature. 12" front firing. Probably more than you need. Can be found nicely discounted. Give this baby a serious consideration. I listened to many subs. I'm very happy with my choice.
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warrenh
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Leon, having owned the 1.5s and having auditioned the 1.6s, I find it hard to believe that you don't feel a loss in the bottom end. You're lucky, then. Even though I wound up with the M20s, which by themselves, have more bottom end extension than the 1.6s, it still wasn't enough for me. Had to, and glad I did, go with a sub. peace, warren
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