SS and tubes go well together. I have the reverse, tube CJ pre and SS amp that sounds so good I can't tell it from all tube. The only comment I have is that the reverse is cheaper because of tubes in the amp, but you can upgrade the sound of the CJ amp by using different tubes.
Conrad Johnson MV60se amp paired with Bryston
I am not an audiophile and seek your opinion. I have an older Conrad Johnson MV60se tube amp paired with a Bryston BP6 preamp. The detail and smooth sound of the tube amp appears to match well with the transparent Bryston preamp. Am I crazy or would the CJ classic tube preamp be a better match?