From what I've read they are both good preamps. I've owned a couple of the Audio Research preamps but not the CJ.
The CJ will give you a warmer sound I believe.
The CJ will give you a warmer sound I believe.
I'm in a preamp pickle: ARC Ref 1 VS CJ 17LS
I have my preamp choice nailed down to an Audio Research Reference 1 and a Conrad Johnson Premier 17 LS. I would appreciate some opinions about this choice that may help me decide. Additionally, the Audio Research is about $700 more. Both are used.
My system:
Thiel 3.6
Clearaudio Performance SE with Maestro
Audio Research PH5
Classe CA-2200
Current pre is a Cary slp 308
Thanks in advance
Bill
My system:
Thiel 3.6
Clearaudio Performance SE with Maestro
Audio Research PH5
Classe CA-2200
Current pre is a Cary slp 308
Thanks in advance
Bill