Jim Thiel has passed.

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.

I've never owned a Thiel product, but his customer service is legendary and his respect universal. Customer service is not even a zero sum game for a manufacturer and the loyalty of his customers and the accolades he earned from neurotic, OCD audiophiles speaks volumes about his character. His life's work provides great enjoyment to many and will ensure that he will not be forgotten. My condolences to his family. I hope they get some comfort from the kind words expressed here (hopefully, someone will forward them a link).