CS 2.3 vs CS 2.2
The CS 2.2's sensitivity is 86 dB against the CS 2.3's 87 dB. Both share impedance (4Ω), woofer (8"), and ways (3).
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The Thiel CS2.3 speakers are a three-way, floorstanding design featuring Thiel's proprietary Coincident driver technology. They include a 1-inch dome tweeter, a 4.5-inch midrange driver, an 8-inch woofer, and a 9-inch passive radiator. These speakers are designed to be time-coherent, ensuring a unified soundstage. They have a frequency response of 37Hz to 20kHz, a sensitivity of 87dB, and a nominal impedance of 4 ohms. The recommended amplifier power is between 100 and 400 watts. The speakers are available in various finishes, including walnut, black ash, and natural cherry.
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The CS 2.2's sensitivity is 86 dB against the CS 2.3's 87 dB. Both share impedance (4Ω), woofer (8"), and ways (3).
The MCS-1's sensitivity is 90 dB against the CS 2.3's 87 dB, its high-frequency extension 23 kHz against 20 kHz, and its low-frequency extension 47 Hz against 37 Hz. Both share impedance (4Ω).
The Silver 8's sensitivity is 90 dB against the CS 2.3's 87 dB and its low-frequency extension 32 Hz against 37 Hz. Both share impedance (4Ω) and ways (3).
The Studio 290's sensitivity is 91 dB against the CS 2.3's 87 dB and its impedance 8Ω against 4Ω. Both share woofer (8") and ways (3).
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