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Is it worth it to repair a cj pv2ar?

I bought a used cj pv2ar preamp off the audiogon classifieds 10 years ago. It has served me well to this point, hooked up to a cj mv-55 and meadowlark kestrel.

A recent repair estimate (needs new power supply, caps and a transistor or two) was $520. Considering I bought it for less than $200, and there are newer cj preamps available used for a little more money (pv10a for $650), is it worth repairing?

Does anyone feel the pv-2ar is not a great match for the mv-55?

I listen to mostly jazz on vinyl and prefer a warmer, fuller sound.

Thanks,

sanjay
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rhljazz
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Your estimate sounds high to me. Was that from CJ?

Stanwal may be right. But then again, if you like the sound you have, why change. What if you buy a newer model and don't like it, or it breaks down?

For instance, I have a 1970 BMW. I liked it when I bought it, and I still like it 39 years later. No plans to sell it ever.
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