The circuit is a sensitive preamplifier using an N-Channel FET and a PNP transistor. This combination gives high input impedance and low output impedance with stabilized gain. Any general purpose PNP ...
The circuit presented by Cor Van Rij for characterizing JFETs is a clever solution. Noteworthy is the use of a five-pin test socket wired to accommodate all of the possible JFET pinout arrangements.