No sound

I got along without a pre for quite a long time, and still do for the most part; eq’s with a level control or even the soundcard can do that....
I was gifted with a rather nice pre above my normal means awhile back...it’s taken some ’doit’ to lace it into the tangled web I weave, but it’s an option....*G*

...still like to opt for the shortest possible wires ’n ic’s involved, tho’...

Strangely, the SQ with the Sys is improving greatly.  I don’t know if it’s breaking in (I didn’t know a switch could break in) or I’m getting used to it.

Only active component like capacitors require some break-in time.  You are mostly likely experiencing psychologically.  As I mentioned before, the sonic disparity between the Sys and Saga 2 is immediately noticeable in my system even Saga could benefit some from break-in.  Nevertheless, I am glad that Sys works in your system and you save hundreds, 

@rvpiano Glad to hear your problem has turned into something of a blessing. They say some of the greatest discoveries have happened by accident. I always look forward to your threads.

I agree with jetter after you live with the sys for a while, then get your CJ back, which one will you like the best.

@cdc 

Thanks for your interest and comments.  Although with the Sys the system sounds very good, I still sense a lack of highs and sound staging which the preamp brings.

As per another thread I posted concerning appreciation of the music, ironically I’m finding it easier to get into the music now that I’m not fussing over sound staging and other audio niceties.