Coincident Linestage vs CJ CT5 or Allnic L-3000

It seems the Dude would be less intrusive than the two piece CSL
Is it the look that bothers you

I`d say it is a matter of aesthetics.I had a loaned Dude in my system and it`s a very large single box(blue metal exterior) that will catch your attention.The CSL although two boxes and a lot heavier does tend to blend in more and isn`t as visually noticeable. The stainless steel finish of the CSL may be more elegant for some depending on tatse.It really boils down to cosmetic preference.
Regards,

I recall the single box Dude as bigger in every dimension than the two box CSL. But it isn't so much the size as it is the proportionality. The Dude looks like a preamp made for Andre the Giant.

Maybe some people like that. If I had more space and a dedicated listening room, I think it would be ok. Anyway, it certainly sounds pretty terrific, as does the CSL.

Thanks guys for you replies to my question. And no Charles1dad, I don't assume it would be soft due to tubes but was really wondering about a tube I'm not familiar with (the 101D). I have tubes in my present linestage and phono preamp ,except for my solid state amp, and they are just great with all types of music. My present preamp (linestage)is a Joule Electra LA 150 Mk2, but like most of us am always looking to better my system.

I was very tempted to buy the Coincident when I was looking for a new line stage, but the killer was not being able to audition it in my system. (I appreciate that it is a bargain at the price and I probably could have re-sold it easily). Part of the price 'savings' has to come from selling direct- no distributor mark-up and no dealer mark-up on top of that.
Mr. Mitch-the 101d is a legendary tube. It is used by a few 'bespoke' builders today, but has a long legacy and the original tube, by Western Electric, is a holy grail type tube.
Also, only FWIW, I had a Joule LA 150 Mk ii in my system over one summer while my main line stage was awaiting repair- the bass was prodigious, and the high frequencies were very romantic; however, the midrange lacked delineation and spacial 'air.' It was quite apparent when my Lamm L2 was repaired and reinstalled. (The Lamm has since been replaced). The level of service by Joule- to a 'temporary' owner at that- was as good as it gets- they were incredibly responsive to my questions.
I'm glad you guys are loving the Coincident.
From a non-Coincident owner.... :)