Conrad Johnson MV75a-1

Systems
Systems Posts: 14,873
edited September 2010 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
OK I started a thread in the 2 chennel section concerning this amp.

http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91523

I'm going to throw this out there and see if anyone wants come over to the tube side with a nicely modded CJ amp. This started as a 'Factory' issued MV75a-1. Rated 75wpc but has a few nice mods to make it run with GE 6550A's, KT88's or KT90's to give an output of around 87 -90wpc. The 6550 tubes are going to keep you in the 75wpc range. You need to run ONLY the GE 6550A's for the higher plate voltages and mods made to the amp. It really likes the EI KT90's or a set of SED winged 'C' KT88's. Comes with the cage, modded bottom cover for better ventilation and a copy of the manual printed from pdf sent from Ed at CJ. Easy LED bias settings. The amp will come with a nice set of clear top 6FQ7 or 6CG7 tubes with dampers and either a GE 5 Star or JAN/Philips 5751 tubes. You supply the power tubes. I'm down low on power tubes and need these for amps I'm using now. Pictures tomorrow or next day. Thanksgiving and all that.

I'm pretty sure you wont be disappointed. This is a very smooth and neutral amp. I have another MV75a-1 I want to try a different mod to. Shipping would be extra yet packed well. I'd like to have a local pick-up or I'd drive a reasonable amount (150 miles) to deliver. Local guys in the Atlanta area are welcome to demo. I'll even go as far as to offer a 30 day return with shipping packed in the same as you recieved the amp should you not like the amp. So I'm kind of hoping for some serious buyers with a nice count on thier posts (no newbs) that won't just be in this for a test drive.
$1,350
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  • Gempler
    Gempler Posts: 308
    edited November 2009
    The op can confirm, but here are what I believe this amp looks like...

    CJ_MV75a-1.JPG

    CJ_MV75a-1_rear.JPG
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited November 2009
    98% correct. Different power switch on the front. No picture of the botom but mine is modded for better ventilation. Basically the same amp as far as looks go from that angle. BTW thanks for the pics
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  • kawizx9r
    kawizx9r Posts: 5,150
    edited November 2009
    Free bump for a beautiful amp and a great person to deal with. Thanks for the tubes btw and goodluck with the sale!
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited November 2009
    nice amp--can you tell me who performed the mods? Thanks and good luck with the sale.I'll bet this would sound nice with some of the recently upgraded 1C's around here.;)
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,669
    edited November 2009
    All fresh tubes installed after a full looking over and mod from Bill Thalmann to run KT88's, KT90's or GE 6550'A' tubes.

    I hope this helps you, George
    engtaz

    I love how music can brighten up a bad day.
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited November 2009
    it, does,,thank you Roy.;)
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited November 2009
    Yeah thanks for the info. I'm busy with an insane bunch of turkey eaters here as I nurse a hangover from hell. I hate the holidays and when they bring booze to my house. I feel obligated to have a sample, shot, drink or whatever.
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited November 2009
    I don't seem to be getting any interest in this fine amp. For the sake of a second unbiased opinion I'd like to have Mr. George Daniels have a demo of the amp for a few weeks and give his opinion since he's rather local. George?
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  • vc69
    vc69 Posts: 2,500
    edited November 2009
    I am totally interested. I am also lacking funds totally.

    What kind of speakers have you matched this amp with?
    -Kevin
    HT: Philips 52PFL7432D 52" LCD 1080p / Onkyo TX-SR 606 / Oppo BDP-83 SE / Comcast cable. (all HDMI)B&W 801 - Front, Polk CS350 LS - Center, Polk LS90 - Rear
    2 Channel:
    Oppo BDP-83 SE
    Squeezebox Touch
    Muscial Fidelity M1 DAC
    VTL 2.5
    McIntosh 2205 (refurbed)
    B&W 801's
    Transparent IC's
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited November 2009
    86bd Efficient Dynaudio Audience 72's. I wish I had something a little more efficient to use right now. I started focusing on some horns so I could try a little SET action. 300B or 2A3 little buggers with something in the neighborhood of 5wpc - 10wpc. But the Dyns sound pretty sweet for me at this time. I have a set of Altec VOTT that are about finished. But damn that would be overkill for this amp. :D
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited December 2009
    Price drop to $1250?
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  • TroyD
    TroyD Posts: 13,124
    edited December 2009
    Man, I want this amp....BAD.

    One of the DUMBEST things I've ever done is sell mine.

    BDT
    I plan for the future. - F1Nut
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited December 2009
    Thanks for the kind words Troy but I am going to have to help you out here and exclude you from the sale. :p You are wanting to downsize and go with an intergrated so you are excluded from the sale. I like helping when I can.
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited December 2009
    I've offered a 30 day money back deal...How low do I need to go?
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  • TroyD
    TroyD Posts: 13,124
    edited December 2009
    Heh heh heh....

    Man, a seriously great amp. Will drive about ANY speaker (I ran AR9's and 2.3tl's)....

    Ken Swauger has been using one for YEARS. THAT should say something.

    BDT
    I plan for the future. - F1Nut
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited December 2009
    I Love you Troy! ;)

    Tell these guys what this amp is all about.

    BTW...I will NOT let it go for a loss. I love tha amp but out of work since having to close my business. But I damn sure won't take a bad hit on this fine amp. I wish...need to let George Daniels have it for a demo for a few weeks since he is a mainstay here and could vouch for the performance of this unit.

    George? I'm local now that I have my house down on the coast for rent. Kennesaw here.
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited December 2009
    he, he,, i might just take you up on that,,matter of fact,, it might not make it out of the state,,please pm me for details,,I have relatives in Marietta/Roswell. :)
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited December 2009
    George,,I'll supply a set of EH KT90's, GE 5 Star 5751 and a set of clear top 6FQ7/6CG7 tubes for demo if that helps.
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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,502
    edited December 2009
    187CAM wrote: »
    I've offered a 30 day money back deal...How low do I need to go?

    I've sent you a PM.
    VTL ST50 w/mods / RCA6L6GC / TlfnknECC801S
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 w/mods
    TT Conrad Johnson Sonographe SG3 Oak / Sumiko LMT / Grado Woodbody Platinum / Sumiko PIB2 / The Clamp
    Musical Fidelity A1 CDPro/ Bada DD-22 Tube CDP / Conrad Johnson SD-22 CDP
    Tuners w/mods Kenwood KT5020 / Fisher KM60
    MF x-DAC V8, HAInfo NG27
    Herbies Ti-9 / Vibrapods / MIT Shotgun AC1 IEC's / MIT Shotgun 2 IC's / MIT Shotgun 2 Speaker Cables
    PS Audio Cryo / PowerPort Premium Outlets / Exact Power EP15A Conditioner
    Walnut SDA 2B TL /Oak SDA SRS II TL (Sonicaps/Mills/Cardas/Custom SDA ICs / Dynamat Extreme / Larry's Rings/ FSB-2 Spikes
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited December 2009
    I got it. But man, don't jump on this if you have other obligations. I can wait or work something out.
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  • fishbones
    fishbones Posts: 947
    edited September 2010
    Cam,
    Is this still available?
    ..... ><////(*>
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,958
    edited September 2010
    He can not report back to you, as he has been banned from this forum.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited September 2010
    here's a hot rod for you

    http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ampstube&1287632042&/Anthem-Amp-1-SE-price-drop!
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • fishbones
    fishbones Posts: 947
    edited September 2010
    Thanks guys...I was wondering why I couldn't PM him, and why it said "guest". Always learning!
    ..... ><////(*>
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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,502
    edited September 2010
    Well, we tried. I don't know what happened to Charles, but he must have rubbed someone the wrong way.
    VTL ST50 w/mods / RCA6L6GC / TlfnknECC801S
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 w/mods
    TT Conrad Johnson Sonographe SG3 Oak / Sumiko LMT / Grado Woodbody Platinum / Sumiko PIB2 / The Clamp
    Musical Fidelity A1 CDPro/ Bada DD-22 Tube CDP / Conrad Johnson SD-22 CDP
    Tuners w/mods Kenwood KT5020 / Fisher KM60
    MF x-DAC V8, HAInfo NG27
    Herbies Ti-9 / Vibrapods / MIT Shotgun AC1 IEC's / MIT Shotgun 2 IC's / MIT Shotgun 2 Speaker Cables
    PS Audio Cryo / PowerPort Premium Outlets / Exact Power EP15A Conditioner
    Walnut SDA 2B TL /Oak SDA SRS II TL (Sonicaps/Mills/Cardas/Custom SDA ICs / Dynamat Extreme / Larry's Rings/ FSB-2 Spikes
    NAD SS rigs w/mods
    GIK panels
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited September 2010
    inspiredsports wrote: »
    Well, we tried. I don't know what happened to Charles, but he must have rubbed someone the wrong way.

    ding ding ding

    I heard from him about a year ago,,IIRC he was having a party--then Poof-- never to be heard from again.
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • kawizx9r
    kawizx9r Posts: 5,150
    edited September 2010
    Was going to post a thread asking what happened to him.

    Great guy. Come back after being away for a few months and bam he's gone.
    Truck setup
    Alpine 9856
    Phoenix Gold RSD65CS

    For Sale
    Polk SR6500
    Polk SR5250
    Polk SR104


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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,502
    edited September 2010
    So George, did you ever get to hear that amp?
    VTL ST50 w/mods / RCA6L6GC / TlfnknECC801S
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 w/mods
    TT Conrad Johnson Sonographe SG3 Oak / Sumiko LMT / Grado Woodbody Platinum / Sumiko PIB2 / The Clamp
    Musical Fidelity A1 CDPro/ Bada DD-22 Tube CDP / Conrad Johnson SD-22 CDP
    Tuners w/mods Kenwood KT5020 / Fisher KM60
    MF x-DAC V8, HAInfo NG27
    Herbies Ti-9 / Vibrapods / MIT Shotgun AC1 IEC's / MIT Shotgun 2 IC's / MIT Shotgun 2 Speaker Cables
    PS Audio Cryo / PowerPort Premium Outlets / Exact Power EP15A Conditioner
    Walnut SDA 2B TL /Oak SDA SRS II TL (Sonicaps/Mills/Cardas/Custom SDA ICs / Dynamat Extreme / Larry's Rings/ FSB-2 Spikes
    NAD SS rigs w/mods
    GIK panels
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited September 2010
    His,,no.I lived with one for about a year though.
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited September 2010
    george daniel wrote: »
    ding ding ding

    I heard from him about a year ago,,IIRC he was having a party--then Poof-- never to be heard from again.

    Same here. Poor Chuck!:rolleyes:
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