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Polk LSi9...good integrated amp to drive these???
The DK Design or Krell 400XI would push those well also. The DK has a little more control over a tougher load even though the krell has a higher wattage rating. Both of those amps used are in your price range. 
Budget balanced IC recommendations
One cable that I like that I think is often overlooked is the Tara Labs Reference Gen 2. They can be picked up on Audiogon for $125-$200.00. I bought a demo pair from a dealer for $200.00. It may be that they just fit best in my system configurati... 
Question about Cary 308T CD player
No too sure about the 308T but I just tried a 308 with a Proceed BPA-2 running Meadowlark Ospreys (89DB) and it rocks. At 50-51 on the volume meter, it's pretty loud. 
Thiel 2.3 amplification
I have been running them with the Odyssey monoblocks and love that combination. I tried them with several amps, including tube amps, but ended up going with the Odysseys. I'm downsizing my system now, but if I had to put up a larger system again, ...