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Need advice on CJ preamps

I currently have a conrad-johnson classic SE preamp. I am very happy with the sound. However, the lack of remote is a major problem for me. I have no other experience with CJ preamps so I would appreciate some advice from people with more ownership experience.

I want to upgrade to a CJ preamp that has a remote. I can go as high as $2400 used. I'm looking for basically the same rich sound this clasic SE preamp has but with a remote. If I could pay to just add remote capability to this preamp I would gladly do it, but that is not possible so I must upgrade. Which CJ preamp?

One other option is to save up for a new ET3 SE, but it's currently out of my price range.

Thanks for any advice! : )
jaxwired
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czbbcl
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A 17 series II or 16 seris II . Both are excellent and come with a remote. The 16 II is the better of the two.

Chuck
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uru975
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I agree with Chuck but the Premier 16LS II will set you back another $1,000 or so. It is a great pre-amp I have one and really enjoy it. The Premier 10 is also a good choice as is the PV-11 which can be had for under a $1,000. I had one of those to and really enjoyed it.
lloydelee21
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I have owned CJ preamps for over 12 years and just got a third one. Totally agree...16II is stunning and matches the description of what you are looking for, as far as i can tell. Given that you like the Classic, i would be surprised if you were disappointed with 17 or 16. Good luck and enjoy!!!
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