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- Fri Dec 29, 2023 11:00 am
- Forum: Amplifiers
- Topic: Premier 11 to Premier 11 XS
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7242
Re: Premier 11 to Premier 11 XS
I had the teflon on upgrade done on my pr11 and it is totally worth it. Better bass, more clarity and transparency and still maintains the original sound
- Thu Aug 24, 2023 1:25 pm
- Forum: Non-CJ Products-Audio
- Topic: Regenerator and my CJ monoblocks
- Replies: 110
- Views: 149954
Re: Regenerator and my CJ monoblocks
Is it right to say that RFI EMI is not the cause of ground loop issues? Still not sure why CJ mono blocks are susceptible to this issue. But their solution seems to be foolproof in remediating it.
- Sat Feb 04, 2023 11:27 am
- Forum: Preamps
- Topic: Phono Stage Experience
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1082
Re: Phono Stage Experience
Have you ever had the chance to hear both side by side? If so you might be surprised! Yes they were both in perfect working order with new tubes.
- Fri Jan 06, 2023 1:57 pm
- Forum: Preamps
- Topic: Phono Stage Experience
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1082
Re: Phono Stage Experience
I have owned both the TEA2SE HG and Pr 15v2 and the latter sounded better in every way. More resolution and detail, better sound stage, etc. Of course it’s a vintage product, so that might be a consideration.
- Sat Jun 18, 2022 3:23 pm
- Forum: Amplifiers
- Topic: Premier 5s Inbound!
- Replies: 150
- Views: 8567
Re: Premier 5s Inbound!
If you are using the 16 ohm output tap with ML Ascent speakers that is clearly a mistake! CJ recommends the 4 ohm tap for use with most speakers.
- Fri Jan 21, 2022 1:15 pm
- Forum: Preamps
- Topic: Premier 16 LS2 replace vs restore?
- Replies: 38
- Views: 2990
Re: Premier 16 LS2 replace vs restore?
Totally agree with the previous post. All the parts on a Pr16ls should last a lifetime. It would be a waste of money to replace them!
- Fri Sep 10, 2021 10:24 am
- Forum: Amplifiers
- Topic: Power tube replacement for Premier 11A?
- Replies: 31
- Views: 3621
Re: Power tube replacement for Premier 11A?
I use the JJ Tesla 6550a and find them very similar to the original GE’s. It’s funny that when I bought my Pr11a in 1994 people couldn’t wait to get rid of their OEM tubes and replace them with the SED’s. While there was a difference, I couldn’t really tell which one was better. Just goes to show!
- Sat Jun 12, 2021 10:38 am
- Forum: Amplifiers
- Topic: First Tube Rolling Experience...Unexpected Results!
- Replies: 42
- Views: 4285
Re: First Tube Rolling Experience...Unexpected Results!
I had the same experience with the mazda 6cg7. I am not sure the are truly 6cg7/6fq7 tubes. I found the sound bloated, dull and rolled off. Try using another brand.
- Fri Mar 26, 2021 10:34 am
- Forum: Troubleshooting/problems/manuals/schematics
- Topic: Recap
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2381
Re: Recap
The fact that both amps started to sound bad at roughly the same time makes it unlikely that they have a problem. It is likely that the problem resides elsewhere in your system such as ac power or in another component. It could be as simple as cleaning your cable terminals. I would suggest that you ...
- Fri Jan 29, 2021 7:21 pm
- Forum: Amplifiers
- Topic: More Premier 11a Power Tube Questions
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1794
Re: More Premier 11a Power Tube Questions
I am currently using JJ Tesla 6550a’s in my Premier 11a and they are as good or better than the GE or SED and are a lot cheaper. Beware of the SED’s from the last years of their production as quality dropped badly and the sound was not as good. Also I would be suspicious that a real NOS quad of TS c...
- Fri Sep 30, 2016 4:56 pm
- Forum: Classifieds and Wanted
- Topic: sold! Conrad Johnson TEA2 SE HG Phono Preamp - $2500.00
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1623
Re: Conrad Johnson TEA2 SE HG Phono Preamp - $2500.00
It is sold. Thanks!
- Sat Sep 17, 2016 12:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion - CJ related topics
- Topic: CJ ET3SEHPhono Cartridge
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1312
Re: CJ ET3SEHPhono Cartridge
I use an Audio-technica at33ptg (0.3mv) with my TEA2 and Pr16ls which has a similar gain structure to your preamp and I get by. If I crank the volume past 65 I start to hear tube noise. It depends on the input sensitivity of your amp and how loud you like to listen, but you will definitely be at the...
- Sat Sep 17, 2016 12:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion - CJ related topics
- Topic: Preferred Speakers for Prem 14 & Prem 11s
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1787
Re: Preferred Speakers for Prem 14 & Prem 11s
I run a pair of Vandersteen 3a sigs with my Premier 11s and the sound is wonderful. The Vandersteens have a balanced and coherent sound that is very musical. Plus they have level controls for the mids and tweeter that allow you to tailor the sound to your room which is a big plus.
- Wed May 04, 2016 12:39 pm
- Forum: Classifieds and Wanted
- Topic: sold! Conrad Johnson TEA2 SE HG Phono Preamp - $2500.00
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1623
sold! Conrad Johnson TEA2 SE HG Phono Preamp - $2500.00
I have for sale a Conrad Johnson TEA2 SE HG Phono Preamp. This is the high-gain version with Teflon capacitors. I used it successfully to handle a low output 0.3mv Audio Technica AT33PTG cartridge. The minimal zero-feedback circuit implemented with top-shelf components delivers a uniquely coherent, ...
- Fri Apr 15, 2016 5:58 pm
- Forum: DIY, mods, tweaks
- Topic: Premier 11A mods
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6224
Re: Premier 11A mods
Hi Don, I am a long time owner of a Premier 11a which I had upgraded with teflon capacitors about 5 years ago. To me, the midrange is very liquid sounding with great imaging and sound staging. It is not tubey and lush sounding the way you might expect tube gear to sound. In fact, the 6550 tube is re...
- Fri Aug 21, 2015 10:25 am
- Forum: Preamps
- Topic: Premier 16 II vs. ET 5
- Replies: 19
- Views: 6938
Re: Premier 16 II vs. ET 5
I once asked CJ this question, and their answer was the ET5 is better unless the 16 received the ridiculously expensive Teflon cap upgrade, then it would be comparable. I have a 16 and it is more than adequate. Some might even prefer it (I do) for its less modern sound.
- Sat May 09, 2015 12:48 pm
- Forum: Preamps
- Topic: PV7 - MM or MC phono cartridge compatbility
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1489
Re: PV7 - MM or MC phono cartridge compatbility
Neither of these cartridges suits the pv7. For the dl103 you will need a step up transformer with at least 22db of gain (1:13 turns ratio). Denon makes a nice one (au-s1). For the dl110 the denon au-300lc should work. Otherwise stick to mm cartridges, audio technica makes some that are mc-like sound...