VK-55, VK-60, VK-75...


All three of these BAT amps show up with fair frequency on A'gon. There's a bit of a price difference, but not an enormous one, between the later E &F revisions of the VK-60; the VK-75 (which was the VK-60's successor); and the VK-55 (lowest powered, fewest tubes, but newest).

Can anyone which comparative experience differentiate between the sounds of these units? Whether the theoretical difference in outputs matters in 'real world' settings (e.g., w/ 89 or 90 db @ 1W speakers)?

Thanks!
hrodman

Showing 3 responses by fishwater

I am curious how the VK75 would sound, honestly I love my VK60 but want a little more oomph & can't afford the VK75SE. I wish I could justify purchasing another VK60 but really can't. So, no sense bothering with a VK75? I find that hard to believe.

I am more interested in the power upgrade over the sound. I just re-tubed the amp using NOS tubes in front as well as new 63CCB's.

I love the sound of the amp I am just looking for a little more oomph.
I wish I could justify the additional expense of another VK60 but I really can't unless I just say screw it!