Samzx12, I'd have to say the opposite with the Cary pre's being the warmer ones. Out of the BAT line up, the VK 3i is warmer than their other offerings and I agree with Islandear, it mates well with the VK-200. If it matters to you, one word of caution about the SLP2002, the headphone section leaves a lot to be desired.
Preamp: Cary versus BAT
Can someone tell me how Cary preamps sound versus BAT? I do have a VK-200 which I like very much but not sure if a BAT preamp is the best match. By that I mean some people think BAT preamps are a little on the darker side or too warm. I have in mind from Cary, the SLP2002 or 308 and the BAT, the VK3i or 5i. I like a neutral or slightly to the warm side of neutral sound with nice detail and dynamics. Low level detail is a must.
BAT VK200 amp
Jolida Music Envoy preamp
Cary 308 CDP
Tyler Acoustic Linbrook speakers
BAT VK200 amp
Jolida Music Envoy preamp
Cary 308 CDP
Tyler Acoustic Linbrook speakers