Premier 16LS & ET5


How would the 10 year old Premier LS16S2 compare with modern ET5 ? Tks !

Luxman L-505ux, Merlin TSM-MMM, Gyrodec with SME IV.V and Clearaudio da vinci v2
richard_crl032
I own the Pr16S2 paired with Pr12xs (triode version w/EL34's). BTW, also have Merlin Masters and Clearaudio. I've never heard the ET5 but I can assure you that the CJ electronics will sound wonderful with your Merlins. Please report back what you decide to do.
I upgraded from a 16ls series 1 to an ET5. Both are nice preamps but I prefer the ET5 the sound is a little cleaner.
Congrats Welcher. Also good to hear from someone who's actually done the comparison!