I've owned both the CJ 17LS and the ARC LS15 preamps. Both pieces are excellent and I would highly recommend either unit. I doubt however that switching from the ARC unit to the CJ unit will change your system significantly. Having owned the W-5, I would recommend trying a new amp. Don't get me wrong, I like the Sim Audio amps, but it is all about finding the right match for your system, room and ears.
CJ LS17 vs ARC LS15
Howdy,
I'm using an ARC LS15 with infinicap upgrade into Sim W10 mono's with Maggie 3.6's.
I want to add a little more midrange body/warmth without losing any detail, dimensionality and transparency.
I've tried the CJ PV14 which added that extra bit of midrange bloom but lost a little detail and transparency.
Would the LS17 be a good step up from the ARC or a sidways step? How much better is it than the PV14?
Any ideas?
Thanks
Rooze
I'm using an ARC LS15 with infinicap upgrade into Sim W10 mono's with Maggie 3.6's.
I want to add a little more midrange body/warmth without losing any detail, dimensionality and transparency.
I've tried the CJ PV14 which added that extra bit of midrange bloom but lost a little detail and transparency.
Would the LS17 be a good step up from the ARC or a sidways step? How much better is it than the PV14?
Any ideas?
Thanks
Rooze