I have a C-J Prem 16LS II and the build and parts quality is superb. It is a first rate electronic instrument and a wonderful music making machine. The remote control unit and function is addictive. Volume level can be set exactly right for each CD. C-J always have a technician available by phone and this is very important. They are an established and strong high end company and you will have back up for any problems. I had a PV5 17 yrs ago which had to go back for work twice (tube technology wasn't as advanced as it is today) and both times C-J sent me back two new phono tubes at no cost, and the whole operation took 2 weeks including shipping. A friend had an Audible Illusions pre-amp which took 3 months to get fixed! (This was 10 yrs ago so maybe their customer service has improved.)
Pre-amp suggestions
I have an aragon 4004 mkll and a pair of paradigm studio 100 v2's and a cal audio labs icon mk11. Anyone have any suggestions on a good pre-amp match for this set up. I was considering a little CJ PV-10 just to try. Very inexpensive way to see how a tube pre might sound with my set up. Thing is i dont want to lose the bass punch but like to smooth out that top end. But then again i might lose detail and air using a tube pre as well. Any suggestions would be most appreciated Thanks