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Modified vintage CJ preamp vs. new one

I have a vintage Conrad-Johnson PV11 preamp which I had modified by the company with Teflon caps.
I like the sound of it.
As a matter of curiosity I’d like opinions as to whether it would be an improvement if I were to replace it with a new CJ model.
rvpiano

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The ET 6
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It’s entirely possible that the ET 6 will sound better, but the modified PV 11 is pretty clean and definitely does not sound muddled especially as it is paired with a Benchmark AHB2 amplifier.
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Absolutely.
Once broken in, the sound is magnificent!
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Cellorover,

Thanks for the info.
Right now, since the caps broke in, I’m very happy with the sound I’m getting.

BTW,  Are you a cellist?  I was a classical pianist.
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