"ScottW" said:

Well, we had an interesting experience tonight. Art was over and we set up
both CDs into the passive.

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Did Art bring any electronics with him?
You should definitely try a tube preamp first.
They usually have higher input impedences.

Someone mentioned a second hand CJ. that would be a good start.
Or else one of the kits that were advised.

--
Sander deWaal
"SOA of a KT88? Sufficient."