CJ ET3SE vs ATC-1 or ET5 vs ATC-2


So I have a Conrad Johnson PR140, rebuilt by CJ usilizing KT 120 tubes. I have Sonus Faber Luito 3 way floor standing speakers. Decent enough cables. I need a preamp. Bouncing between the Airtight and the Conrad Johnson. Not only bouncing on the entry level, but the step above taking me from the $4000 range to the $8000. Well, whick is the better pre, and do I need to step up to the middle of the road products or will the entry level work wonders. Thanks
kingrex

Showing 1 response by czbbcl

Well since no one is chiming in I will take a shot. I would stick with in the cj line for system synergy's sake. Moving further up the line will yield more detail as well as better frequency response at the extremes. How much better and whether it is worth the extra cost is up to you.

Chuck