Jim Thiel has passed.

Visionary. I've had a LOT of fun with Thiel speakers, and cut my audiophile "teeth" hearing those incredibly transparent speakers demonstrate the differences among components and the nuances of beautifully recorded material.
Art
Thiel History: 04a, 1.2, 1.5, 1.6, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.6, not in that order.

I was really saddened by this news. Jim was a very nice person and I have always been a big fan of his work. My deep condolences to his family.

My heartfelt sympathy and condolences.

As 2.4 and 6 owner I have been a fan of his designs for years. My heart felt sympathy goes out to his family and friends.

31 years of hard work design and innovation, the audio industry will miss him.

People like Jim are the " motor/soul " of the improvements/developments and growing up of our beloved audio hobby.

My sincere condolences to the Thiel family.

Best for you Jim anywhere you are.

Raul.