I'm going to concur with Mimberman, as I am using an Aesthetix Calypso with JC1's to great effect. Unfortunately, I can't talk to the phono section of the Janus, as I don't do vinyl. From a technical standpoint, the Calypso mates beautifully with the JC1's. I will mention that I'm runnin' GE Longplate 12AX7's. I will also mention that the break-in time on the Calypso is quite lengthy, but no where near as bad as the JC1's. I will not be parting with either of these fine audio gems anytime in the near future...
Parasound JC-1 amps. Preamp advice??
I'm looking for a preamp with phono stage in the $4-5K range new or used to go with my JC-1 mono blocks. SS or tube. I want to run my table through it so phono stage is a must. Also need balanced inputs and outputs. So far Mac c200 and Ayre K-1x are at the top of my list. The rest of system is...
VPI Scoutmaster with Dynavector 17D2MKII cartridge
Sony SCD-1
Audio Aero Prima SE DAC
XM-Radio
Legacy-Audio Signature III speakers
Cabling is Siltech and LAT
Thanks for any help.
VPI Scoutmaster with Dynavector 17D2MKII cartridge
Sony SCD-1
Audio Aero Prima SE DAC
XM-Radio
Legacy-Audio Signature III speakers
Cabling is Siltech and LAT
Thanks for any help.