Just acquired this control amp about a week ago, and while it still needs a bit more settling in time, it's already sounding mighty fine. Speakers are Sonus Faber Guarneri Homage (circa 2004) and the synergy is excellent.
I sold my vintage tube separates a few months ago, and while I certainly didn't miss dealing with the four heavy and hot pieces (preamp, power supply, and mono amps) and a closet full of spare tubes, I was missing the sound. Now that I found the CJ, I think in some ways it sounds even better and manages to do it with a mere 7 tubes instead of the 26 that the old gear required. I'm very happy to finally be a member of the CJ family.
As it runs in I'd say it's becoming increasingly "seductively beautiful."
I sold my vintage tube separates a few months ago, and while I certainly didn't miss dealing with the four heavy and hot pieces (preamp, power supply, and mono amps) and a closet full of spare tubes, I was missing the sound. Now that I found the CJ, I think in some ways it sounds even better and manages to do it with a mere 7 tubes instead of the 26 that the old gear required. I'm very happy to finally be a member of the CJ family.
As it runs in I'd say it's becoming increasingly "seductively beautiful."
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