Bat VK-500 vs Classe ca-301

Has anyone one heard both of these in similar system config, will the classe stand up to the bat in over all sound quality any suggestions please as i am wanting to purchase one of these same price range.

paulficarella10-21-2009 2:02am

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tpsonic Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,092 posts 10-21-2009 at 03:25pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete IMHO,these amplifiers' toanal balances are on different ends of the spectrum.Both being slightly tilted:Classe up,Bat,down.Classe has always sounded SS-like.The Bat:warmer/fuller.YMMV.
paulficarella OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 43 posts 10-22-2009 at 01:25am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I do like the sound of a warmer unit such as tubes but the low end as well, so i guess the bat would be the better choice. Thnaks
tpsonic Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,092 posts 10-22-2009 at 02:54pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete There are a number of other contenders in this price range:Pass Aleph series/X-150.5/250.5,Gamut D200 series or possibly a Symphonic Line RG series unit.Read a few reviews and see if one of the others may spark your curiousity. What is the rest of the system?
tpsonic Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,092 posts 10-24-2009 at 05:24am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Symphonic RG-4 may meet your preferences.It is warm and full-bodied,yet dynamic and punchy.The SL are one of my favorite SS amps.

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