Conrad Johnson PV-10 vs. PV-11

Which one of these preamps is considered "better" for 2 channel use. I see they are similarily priced on the used market. Thanks.

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orpheus10 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,988 posts 05-20-2010 at 12:35pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I still use a PV-10 and a PV-12. They can be taken to a new level by replacing the 12AU7 tubes with NOS RCA"s which are not too expensive. The electrolytic capacitors should also be replaced; this goes for all older equipment.
benie Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 147 posts 06-07-2010 at 08:46am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Conrad Johnson did not use any electrolytic capacitors in a PV11
orpheus10 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,988 posts 06-07-2010 at 04:30pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete No electrolytic capacitors would make th PV-11 much better than the PV-10.
plangco Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 158 posts 08-06-2013 at 02:27am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The PV-11 should easily best the known inferior PV-10. However, each to his own. I had my PV-11 modified which made it the best of all of them. Look under my virtual system review of Zu Speakers, Almarro 318B Tube Amp, and Linn Basik Turntable for system setup hints.