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by arnel
Wed Nov 24, 2021 4:55 pm
Forum: McCormack
Topic: McCormack UDP-1 C-J Edition
Replies: 10
Views: 8922

Re: McCormack UDP-1 C-J Edition

Thinking of getting a UDP-1. I had the CJ DV2b CD player but the cd mechanism went bad. I brought it to a repair shop to have it fixed but they haven’t been able to get through to CJ about a service manual. I’m guessing it’s just to old and the CD mech are no longer made. I don’t want to get a UDP 1...
by arnel
Wed Nov 24, 2021 4:43 pm
Forum: Preamps
Topic: Premier 15?
Replies: 4
Views: 591

Re: Premier 15?

Thanks! I must’ve missed that one in my search. Looks like it’s a high quality unit.
by arnel
Wed Nov 24, 2021 4:37 pm
Forum: Amplifiers
Topic: Does anyone own the CJ CAV45-S2 Stereo Control Amplifier?
Replies: 37
Views: 6000

Re: Does anyone own the CJ CAV45-S2 Stereo Control Amplifier?

Thanks for the clarification. Yeah, neither the EV1 or premier 15 have variable gain settings. With my current cart I won’t need a SUT, but i see with these phono preamps I will also be searching for a SUT when I get into LOMC cartridges.
by arnel
Wed Nov 24, 2021 4:21 pm
Forum: Amplifiers
Topic: Speakers for CAV 45 S2
Replies: 29
Views: 4657

Re: Speakers for CAV 45 S2

I have been looking into getting into Zu speakers line for use with a cav45s2. They seem to be a great company also making their stuff in the USA. I haven’t heard any of their speakers yet, but they do offer a trial period. I wonder if anyone here as heard them?
by arnel
Wed Nov 24, 2021 4:15 pm
Forum: Preamps
Topic: Premier 15?
Replies: 4
Views: 591

Premier 15?

Surprised I haven’t seen much said about this phono pre. Are they really rare? I know a guy willing to sell me one. It is the series 2 version. Also can’t find a whole lot of info about the s2 version. Anyone know about it?
by arnel
Wed Nov 24, 2021 4:05 pm
Forum: Amplifiers
Topic: Does anyone own the CJ CAV45-S2 Stereo Control Amplifier?
Replies: 37
Views: 6000

Re: Does anyone own the CJ CAV45-S2 Stereo Control Amplifier?

Ah, I should of mentioned I use a soundsmith othello for a cartridge. But in the future would like the ability to use a low output MC cart as i get deeper into this hobby. I have been eyeing a EV1 and premier 15. Both have a fixed gain, 47 and 53. I believe I’d need a step up device for use with MC ...
by arnel
Wed Nov 24, 2021 1:55 pm
Forum: Amplifiers
Topic: Does anyone own the CJ CAV45-S2 Stereo Control Amplifier?
Replies: 37
Views: 6000

Re: Does anyone own the CJ CAV45-S2 Stereo Control Amplifier?

Just bought a cav45s2. I have a vinyl rig and I’m concerned about the lack of line stage. What do you guys use for phono preamp? Is a step up device necessary? Thanks in advance!
by arnel
Tue Sep 24, 2019 8:12 pm
Forum: Classifieds and Wanted
Topic: WTB CJ synthesis LM-20 or Sonographe sl-21 speakers
Replies: 4
Views: 1217

WTB CJ synthesis LM-20 or Sonographe sl-21 speakers

I had a pair of these long ago. Regret ever selling them. So now I’m looking for these again. Let me know if you have them in good condition! Will pay shipping. Located in WA.
by arnel
Fri Jun 21, 2019 9:32 am
Forum: Preamps
Topic: Best MM cartridge for vintage C-J tube preamp
Replies: 6
Views: 1177

Re: Best MM cartridge for vintage C-J tube preamp

I also use a Denon 103r that I’m very pleased with. I Use the CJ hv1 as a step up into a PF-1. For MM cartridges i was intrigued by soundsmith otello. Never heard them in person, but seem like a great company.
by arnel
Sun Apr 05, 2015 11:01 am
Forum: Classifieds and Wanted
Topic: WANTED: CJ MF-80 OR MF-200. ALSO MF-2100 OR MF-2200
Replies: 4
Views: 2352

WANTED: CJ MF-80 OR MF-200. ALSO MF-2100 OR MF-2200

Also interested in a premier 9 dac, or DA2B or DA3
by arnel
Sat Feb 14, 2015 1:05 am
Forum: General Discussion - CJ related topics
Topic: Any plans to add Conrad Johnson gear to your system? ....
Replies: 1
Views: 841

Re: Any plans to add Conrad Johnson gear to your system? ...

Thinking of selling my MV-75 tube amp and move to a 5 channel CJ solid state amp. I wouldn't have to match amps to for the 2 subtowers I have. Would probably save me some bucks too as the MV-75 is probably due for a upgrade/repair. Also going to start transitioning to Kimber cables when I can, think...
by arnel
Mon Jun 09, 2014 12:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion - CJ related topics
Topic: Conrad Johnson Synthesis LM-20 specs?
Replies: 3
Views: 2509

Re: Conrad Johnson Synthesis LM-20 specs?

Email sent! Thought I would share for future researchers, I was able to contact David Fokos, the original designer of the CJ Synthesis line of speakers, and he told me the following info: Here, to the best of my recollection are the answers to your questions... Frequency Response - I don't really re...
by arnel
Sat May 03, 2014 2:59 am
Forum: Preamps
Topic: PV-3 info?
Replies: 4
Views: 1756

PV-3 info?

How does this preamp compare to the others in the PV line? From what I gather it was sold as a kit and preassembled and was a budget preamp and was low on features, but retained performance of the other preamps.
by arnel
Thu Apr 17, 2014 12:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion - CJ related topics
Topic: Where do you buy your tubes? From Conrad Johnson or ....
Replies: 22
Views: 7402

Re: Where do you buy your tubes? From Conrad Johnson or ....

I recently scored a CJ preamp, PV-3. The seller told me he had it serviced at the CJ factory and they did a full tube replacement. When I got it I found it odd that each tube came from a different part of the world.. I would have thought they would be matched, but each tube was from a different manu...
by arnel
Fri Mar 07, 2014 2:30 pm
Forum: Member Systems Gallery
Topic: Wes_in_VA's living room setup
Replies: 10
Views: 3720

Re: Wes_in_VA's living room setup

That's a gorgeous console. Where did you get it?
by arnel
Fri Mar 07, 2014 12:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion - CJ related topics
Topic: History of Sonographe?
Replies: 4
Views: 4946

History of Sonographe?

I have some Sonographe products. I feel they are excellent bang for the buck. Was wondering the relationship to Conrad Johnson. Are they simply a budget line or were they actually a company that CJ bought like Mccormack? If so where were they based? I know Mccormack was California based until CJ bou...
by arnel
Sat Feb 22, 2014 9:39 am
Forum: Troubleshooting/problems/manuals/schematics
Topic: Source for CJ Brochures/Advertisements/Reviews?
Replies: 2
Views: 1065

Source for CJ Brochures/Advertisements/Reviews?

Very little listed on Hifi Engine. I'd rather not pay 20 bucks on ebay for a magazine cutout either. Anyone know of any sites? Thanks
by arnel
Thu Feb 20, 2014 11:08 pm
Forum: Preamps
Topic: Convert PV10-al to PV-10-a
Replies: 5
Views: 2568

Re: Convert PV10-al to PV-10-a

I am thinking of Bill Thallmann doing the same thing. How much did it cost in total? Wondering if it's worth just looking for a preamp with phono built in instead.