Problem with CJ Phono Pre and Dynavector MKIIXX2


Have Conrad Johnson Amp and Pre--so decided I would go and splurge on the TEA 2 SE Hi Gain--problem is, the "hi gain" from Conrad Johnson is apparently not enough "gain" for my also expensive Dynavector Moving Coil Cartridge--

What a mess. I was told the Hi Gain choice from CJ would work well with my choice of low gain cartridge---now I have two expensive investments that do not work together.

Next??? apparently the CJ will work well with a moving magnet--but not with the latest moving coil. Not sure which of the two items I can more readily sell on the market, and or if there is other solution?? Ideas welcome.
bluesnbike1954

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I use the same cartridge and CJ phono pre in Low Gain. Despite what CJ said, my dealer and I always believed that High Gain was not enough for a MC DV and a SUT will be the best path so, Bob Devices Cinemag 1131 enters in the equation... Fantastic sound... Lot of detail, dynamics and soundstage...musical without any doubts...