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What to update first: pre or power amp?

So, I am seeking all opinions on this (if you read the Asylum you will see the same thread). I am looking to upgrade the sound of my MartinLogan Aeons by going from Rogue Magnum (66 and 88) to the CJ Premier 17/140 combo. However, I am not sure I can do both at once, and my only local CJ dealer doesn't stock the 140. What do you think would make more of a difference in the system: upgrading the pre from the 66 to the 17LSII, or upgrading the power amp from the 88 to the 140?
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daltonlanny
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After much listening, borrowing friends gear, and getting my friends opinions, I have to say that in my opinion and most of my friends opinions, speakers and preamps make the most sonic differences in a system. I personally was shocked that preamps sound so different!
I think the weakest link in almost any preamplifier is the volume control system.Guy at Placette Audio will tell you the same thing about volume controls on preamps.
You have great speakers.I would personally upgrade the preamp first and see what happens.
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