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Thinking of changing my solid state pre amp

I’ve had Macintosh and I am using C-J ET3.
i am looking for a workhorse solid state preamp that can log plenty of hours because I listen to music constantly in my house. I enjoy my C-J but thinking of tinkering with my system.
johndinius
timlub
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johndinius OP
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I will never get rid of my C-J. They r champagne golden in my book.
i would like to play a little, and try some other brands out. 
But my amp, I think that’s my home run piece, really.
timlub
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I didn't mention this in the 3 that I posted, but actually the Conrad-Johnson Premier 18LS is an excellent pre, I have seen it once or twice below $1000.  All the models that I have listed are excellent performers and will do a great job with your 2550 & Totems, 
Good Luck with your search. 
Tim 
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georgehifi
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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  
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oddiofyl
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Are you using the stock tube in the ET3?    The gold lion 6922 sounds great in my Classic 2SE...  huge improvement over stock EH 6922 , lasts long and super quiet.
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