ML 32 or CJ ART for ML 33H

Having tried a ML 32 here in my system as well as ARC REF 1, and REF2, CJ 15 and 17, CAT ultimate, BAT VK30, VK30SE, VK50SE in my system using 33H driving Aerial 10t's, The VK50SE was the clear winner and remains to this day.
I'd recommend you add it to your list to try, and good luck.
Wonderful synergy between 50SE and Levinson 33H.

Paul

I agreee with Paul. Not to take anything away from the CJ or the ML, the BAT VK50SE is an incredible preamp. It is dead quiet and tonally beautiful. I strongly suggest that you audition it if you have the chance.

i use the ml #32 with the ml #33 monoblocks. 6 months ago i upgraded from the #33h to the #33. i have been very happy with the #32 and think it has a special synergy with both the #33h and #33. the #32 is a remarkable piece of equipment; bullet-proof and beautiful sounding. i don't think it gives up anything to the tube preamps listed above IMHO.

btw, the #33 are an amazing improvement over the great-sounding #33h.

mike lavigne

Dear Jtinn,
Thanks for your response. Loudspeakers are ProAc 3.8, cables Van den Hul Revelation Hybrid (bi-wired) and ML #39.

Frankly, the ProAc's have a beautiful midrange which is very warm. I think the CJ may be a bit too much. I would recommend the ML 32 or the BAT VK-50SE if you wanted tubes.

The system should sound great with either of them.