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CAT amps........Opinions please

I need some help!!! I am contemplating a move from my current amplifier (ARC VT200) to a used CAT (I can't afford new right now). Can anyone with experience with these amps offer advise as to which model might be the best to look for? Also, what are your experiences with ownership i.e. have the amps been reliable? Customer service? and most importantly, how do they sound compared to other amps you have tried? (I would love to hear any direct comparisons with ARC amps).

BTW, I listen to all kinds of music, and my room is aprox. 16x20.

ANY info is greatly appreciated.

cmo
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The CAT JL3 provided some of the finest sound I heard at CES 2005 in the Merlin room. I own an SL1 MkIII preamp, and can say that Ken Stevens of CAT has been most helpful in assisting me with new tubes, etc. IMHO, the CAT products are world class. I agree w/Robertje in saying that they are far superior to the VT200, regardless of which CAT amp you are speaking. As to which model would be best, I'd recommend that you call Ken, tell him about your system and preferences, and see what he recommends. Cheers,
Spencer
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