Thinking of changing my solid state pre amp

The Freya would be a giant step down from any CJ preamp in my opinion

I only mentioned it, as it is a "work horse" as you say, has many different flavours for $699, got the goods under it's skirt, I admit it's not a glamour like the CJ, and can be sent back if not liked.

Cheers George  

Thinking of changing my solid state pre amp

Why not look at the Schiit Freya, it has the very best relay switched volume control, also you can choose between passive mode, solid state mode or tube mode on the fly to suit your mood/s, also comes with remote.
Has 5 inputs xlr and se and 3 outputs xlr and se.
Designed by Mike Moffat of Theta fame. The best bit it’s only $699!! And you can trial it for 15 days.
http://www.schiit.com/products/freya

Cheers George