I had the CS1.6es in my system for a couple months paired with a Bryston BP6 and a McCormack DNA-0.5 (w/ SMcAudio A revisions) and it was an excellent all-around pairing although I think the DNA-1 would be even better. McCormack and Thiel have history as being a great synergistic match. You could buy this BP26 and this DNA-1 and have it shipped to SMcAudio for full upgrades and have a killer combo for around $5k. Just one idea FWIW, and best of luck.
https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650283064-bryston-bp26da-preamp-amp-mps2-power-supply/
https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650315043-mccormack-dna-1-power-drive-dna-1-power-amp/

