Conrad Johnson Premier 10


Hi
I just picked up a CJ Premier 10 tube preamp in perfect cosmetic shape (under all the grime). Needs some work as controls are v scratchy and tubes need replacing, but does anybody have experience with this amp? Also, if I want to get a CJ power amp of similar vintage (early 90's I believe) what model should I try (either tube or s/state is OK)?
Thanks
peteinvicta1
My room is 11*17 and i listen to mostly small scale classical, acoustic stuff, with some noisier rock/soul/blues stuff thrown in occasionally. I prefer listening at moderate levels. As for speakers, I have a set of Quad 988's but also some Spendor S3/1 monitors and a Rel Strata sub.
Hopefully this will help with potential amp recomendations.
Thanks,
Peter
I currently use a Premier 10 and an Evolution 2000 in my second system. They are a wonderful match. I have even seen a few EV 2000's for sale here at A-gon.
Happy Listening, Mike.
You can pretty much use any of them. The older Quad ESL 63's
were often paired with c-j tube mono amps. I don't know from personal experience but many here seem to like tubes and c-j's with Spendors as well. You might want to contact c-j. They have a very good reputation for customer service. I use c-j solid state stuff. c-j's solid state gear is quite tube friendly. Not that I think you'll need it, but, good luck.