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Old 05-22-2012, 11:30 PM
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Default Conrad Johnson GAT ...

As much as I wanted Ivan's 28BSST2's (sorry Ivan, maybe soon), I could not pull the trigger on them because I have a sweet little GAT coming Thursday. Ever since I tasted the ET5 and realized I was able to get a Premier 350, I knew it would not be long for the GAT to make its way into my room.I can not wait to play it with the Dartzeel and Premier 350.
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Old 05-22-2012, 11:55 PM
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Congrats Joe! What a great CJ setup.
All I can say is give the GAT plently of break in time.
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Old 05-23-2012, 12:02 AM
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Congrats Joe! What a great CJ setup.
All I can say is give the GAT plently of break in time.
Thanks Ronenash,

I sincerely appreciate all your past, present and future advice. You are an extremely valuable AA member.
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Old 05-23-2012, 12:19 AM
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Congrats, Joe! Your dream is about to come true!

Please keep us posted on your impressions and how it does as it breaks in.
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Old 05-23-2012, 01:01 AM
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Wow very nice! Lots of toys for you to play with!
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Old 05-23-2012, 01:08 AM
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Congrats Joe.......... Your sig is growing by leaps and bounds.
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Old 05-23-2012, 01:22 AM
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Congrats, Joe! Your dream is about to come true!

Please keep us posted on your impressions and how it does as it breaks in.
Thanks Stephen,

There is no denying there is something special with Conrad Johnson. It is very musical and satisfying. If the GAT is any better than the ET5 (I am sure it will be), I will be very happy.

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One more great source and I'm done except for some cables, a new rack and .....

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Congrats Joe.......... Your sig is growing by leaps and bounds.
Thanks cisco,

I was hoping I could keep a handle on it, but I'm almost there.

So, how's the CA200? I miss that sweet control amp.
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Old 05-23-2012, 02:01 AM
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Joe,
I'm sure the GAT will prove to be very special indeed. Folks that I've spoken to that have them or have reviewed them feel it's one of a handful of the very best preamps in the world. Is yours new or "pre-owned"? Just wondering if there's going to be some running in requ'd.

We're all very happy for you, and probably not a little bit envious!

Now, all you need is a turntable!
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Old 05-23-2012, 02:04 AM
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Hi Stephen,

It should be only about half way (or a little more) through break in so I have a little way to go. I am dying to hear it on the 350 and especially on the Dart.
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Old 05-23-2012, 02:05 AM
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Good to hear, Joe. So it must have about 300 hours or so on it?
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