Wow, I just got your reply to this thread from one and half years ago. I loved the CJ sound that I got an MET-1 and had it upgraded to SE level by CJ. After a while the warmth from the CJ got to be too much. I have since moved on and have an Aesthetix Callisto Eclipse for a Pre and couldn't be happier. Although it is in the shop right now. I have sold the all my CJ equipment to afford the Aesthetix. I would recommend the Aesthetix Janus or if that is too expensive the calypso. Of course, the higher level equipment with the upgraded parts makes a big difference with Aesthetix. If you want non-tube stuff, I have also had the Ayre K-5xeMP. Wonderful sound for SS. I would definitely pick on up for the right price on AudiogoN. All the best.
CJ Classic 2 line stage pre-amp?
Hoping to hear from owners of this entry level pre-amp from Conrad Johnson. What amp & speakers are you using it with? What did it replace? How do you find it w/respect to imaging, air, stage width & depth, resolution and tonal balance? (You know, the usual half dozen or so things to obsess about). Also, I have come across reference to a CJ house sound but not sure what that means. Thanks in advance for your comments on any and all of the above.