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CJ PV series + SS amp

I'm thinking about adding a 2nd system. I have a buddy who is looking to sell one of his 2 amps.

Bryston 3BST or Belles 150A Hotrod. He lives a ways away so I can't listen to the amps. I recall that Bryston is quite neutral sounding, maybe slightly warm. But not fimilar with the Belles.

I see CJ PV11 & 12 preamps here at a good price all the time. Can anyone( with listening experience with these amps )tell me which would be a better match with a CJ? I like it a little warm :)

LAT IC's, Kimber speaker wires, CAL Sigma II dac, CAL CL-10 transport. Vandersteen 2c speakers.

thanks in advance!
tube777
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Tube777, ironicaly I agree. I have found that the laid back nature of the Vandersteens seem to compliment the fowardness of the McCormack. The forwardness of the McCormack would also be subdued by the tube c-j. Never the less, I respect your opinion. While the McCormack has nice tight bass and a liquid top end, I too find it forward and even a little shouty. I'd never use them on my Thiels.
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Tube777, I should mention that I don't remember having ever heard the Belles, and I happen to be a big fan of the Bryston 3BST. Other's here on Audiogon have raised questions regarding its ability to deliver into low impedance loads. I can't comment on that.
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Unsound,

I suppose if my friend had a McCormack I would consider it. But as my original post stated, I want to choose between the 2 amps becuase I can buy them dirt cheap. so the 3BSt impedance won't effect my decision to much.

thanks for the help.
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