Hi Glenn,
I've never heard the ET3 or the SE version but I'm sure you'd be pleased with it. I owned the 16LS2 for a good number of years (it replaced a 17LS) and was always impressed by its musicality, a c-j trademark. The 16LS/LS2 was a one box version of the ART and the ET3 is described by c-j as a "baby GAT". The SE version will include th C1 Teflon caps as you know and converting the 16LS is an expensive proposition. I believe it was $4,500 when I inquired about it years back. They replace something like 26 capacitors.
Wish you luck on your offer.
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