If you look around you can find a new JC 3+ for $2,300.00 to $2,500.00I have a JC 3+ and a JC Jr. and would recommend them both against anything in their price range.Another phono pre amp you might want to consider but is a step up from both is Whest audio but the Whest will also cost accordingly.I have previously owned a Pass Aleph Ono which was a good phono preamp, so I am sure you would be happy with the newer XP-15.
