CJ Preamp help please

Pops--
FWIW, I've been running the 14 since 1997 with matched Mullard 6GK5s. Audible improvement over GEs, particularly on voice, piano and strings. Top to bottom, the 14 has more of what you hear with GE or other tubes that I've tried. I also had a 17 in the system for an extended audition and possible buy (less money than the 16), but OVERALL, the 17 didn't equal the Mullard-tubed 14LS; I found it less appealing through the upper mids and treble region--not as much "there" there. System: Avalon Arcus, Classe Ten (modded), Accuphase CD player and tuner, Luminous Audio Technology Synchestra Signature ICs, Symo Speaker cable, Shunyata Viper PCs and Hydra.

Thanks Gino, I got a premier 14 with both stock tubes and a pair of Mullard's and Hitachi's I believe. The stock tubes sound to me like they have a little more air and the others I mentioned sound beefier, maybe not as detailed. I see what you mean on voice though with the Mullards, sounds richer, like a you are there presentation. I haven't listened extensively yet so my opinion may change. Ever use tube socks? What benefits do you get? Thanks...

If you are considering the 17, take a serious look at the 16 series 2. CJ is running a special on this. They also refer to it as the Baby ART. It is the way to go. What amp are you using?

I just got the 14, using with classe ca200...