We've spent much time with the entry-level CJ PV10 tube preamplifier and the Clayton S40 pure Class A power amplifier combination, yielding superbly musical results. From our extensive listening experience, we know of no solid state model (not to mention many very expensive tube models as well) that can match the musical performance of Clayton Audio (http://www.claytonaudio.com).
Which power amp is a good match for CJ 17LS Preamp
Is any audiophile who owns a CJ 17LS Vacuum Tube Preamp? And which amp should be a best match for this awsome preamp? I tried to audition McIntosh MC2102 Tubes amp and a Sim Audio W5 solid states. But when I listened to those matches I did not hear any differences between them. The interconnects are Kimber Select 1030 and Silver Audio 32 speaker cables connected to Cabasse Iroise 500. Is anyone suggesting any changes?