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Conrad Johnson LP70s vs. the rest

Hi, I'm still researching for the 'perfect' amp for my Harbeth, which doesn't required a lot of power to drive.

I'm interested in the CJ LP70s and want to know how it compares with the older CJ power amp models which I'm not familiar with. Can you recommend a few good ones?

Also, what amp from Audio Research would be comparable to the CJ LP70s? What's the sound characteristic of the CJ and ARC? I don't have much experience auditioning these 2 brands.

To make it a bit more interesting, I auditioned a German made integrated amp - OCTAVE 70SE and I was impressed. It's not a very recognized brand in the U.S. but it builds solid and have good power using 6550 tubes.

Anyone has experience with all 3 brands? In addition, has anybody compared the CJ Lp70s to the Pass labs XA30.5 and Ayre V-5xe? Thanks.
r0817

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r0817 OP
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Xti16, thanks for sharing your experience with 70se. The price for new is very high ($7k) which could afford separate pre/amp Conrad used.

Just curious where you bought the 70se. Did you pay retail price?
I'm searching for used but it will take a long time. Btw, how would describe the sound of Octave?

Happy holidays!
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