BAT VK-200 Burn-in time?

Just got a new-in-box BAT VK-200 power amp, and was wondering how long I can expect the burn-in period to be. Thanks for any helpful info.

Tim

smorkinlabbit05-05-2006 6:14pm

jaybo Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,478 posts 05-06-2006 at 12:07pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete about 15 minutes to 30 minutes for most tube gear....remember tubes don't break in on a bell curve, they break down over time (hopefully a long time).
gunbei Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,327 posts 05-06-2006 at 09:52pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Shortage of funds forced me to sell some gear and return to the VK200 I had sitting in silence. I forgot how good this guy is. What are you matching it with and how did you find a new one? Have fun!
smorkinlabbit OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3 posts 05-06-2006 at 10:36pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Gunbei: I have it paired with a BAT VK-3ix and Gallo Ref 3's. Finding a new VK-200 took some tough internet searching, but a dealer in Miami had one. BAT told me they would give me the full warranty too, even though the product is discontinued. Gotta love that. Tim
gunbei Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,327 posts 05-06-2006 at 11:18pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Yeah, BAT [Viktor Khomenko] are great people to deal with. I had a VK3i once as well. Make sure you mate them using a true balanced interconnect.