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Excellent turntables with threaded spindles ?
SME Tables have this... 
The New BAT REX preamp
Years ago, I used to run a Wadia 850 striaght into a BAT VK 200 then VK 60. When I added a VK50SE, it was much better. Transparency maybe a better direct, dynamics, control, all the little things better with the preamp.However, your miles may vary... 
anyone care to comment re: WP-8?
My WP 8's show up on Fri. I've had WP 6's for about the last 5 years. Sorry, I have heard the 8's repeatedly at my dealer, it is a much improved speaker imo. I know it's pricey, maybe not the best "value", but it draws me in like no other speaker.... 
The New BAT REX preamp
Hi Jjm, sorry,I should have been a little clearer on the warmth comment. My 50se was a little "warmer" than my 51se. While the 51se was a significant step up over the 50se in every way, the character was a little different. The 51se being slightly... 
The New BAT REX preamp
Daveyf, I heard the REX at my dealer yesterday in Austin. WOW.System was DCS pi8 SACD player, REX, VK 55, Watt Puppy 8's.It's pretty startling. I have all BAT gear, VK51SE, VK150SE's, VKp10SE Superpak. I recently just added a second tube vk75se am... 
Questions from a new Loricraft user
Slipknot1, so, how does your vinyl sound with the Loricraft compared to your VPI 16.5 ??? Very curious here. Thanks! 
Back in the saddle again
I think you better ask her out to dinner...it may be more than the piano she's thinking about "by itself" 
BAT VK 75SE vs 150SE's or maybe a VK600SE?
Hi all. I went ahead and bought my 2nd vk75se about 2 months ago. It's wonderful, a really good step up for my system.I am glad I waited stayed with BAT tube amps !! 
Tubes for BAT VK60. Need help
Which fuse? The fuse on the back panel next to the power cord or one of the 4 fuses underneath the tubes? If underneath the tubes...it's likely tubes arcing and failing. That is common. New tubes and a new fuse from Radioshack. Make sure it's the ... 
Tubes for BAT VK60. Need help
I'll 2nd ATSI. I've bought 2 sets of 6C33b's from ATSI. Have initial failures both times, and got a prompt replacement. Great service. 
Tubes for BAT VK60. Need help
Hi Jim ! Hope all is going well for you! Before my now 150SE's :), I used red base RCA 6sn7's in my VK60. The front two 6sn7's are the input and make the greatest change on the sound.The 63CCb's also seem to need to be replaced yearly in my system... 
Fi Elemente Pagode Master Ref amp platforms
I haven't heard the SRA. Honestly, I almost bought it. I talked to Keven and the folks there quite a few times. The thing that swung the deal for me was my dealer. I just wanted to buy local from him. Hooper, did you use the Cerapucs and Cerabases... 
Fi Elemente Pagode Master Ref amp platforms
Gorgeous room !!Sorry, but with your room, your equipment, go for a Master Reference rack. I bought a double wide Master Reference and took delivery about 8-10 weeks ago. Wow...the reviews weren't off here.I also have Cerabases under the rack and ... 
Wilson W/P 7 RESISTOR REPLACEMENT ??
What about speaker placement? It's VERY critical for Wilsons...did a dealer do the setup? If not, this maybe be your core issue... 
Power Amp for BAT VK-31SE
The 31SE is a pretty good step up over the 30SE. Just like the 51SE is much better than the 50SE. Dynamics do improve, you have great preamp with the 31SE.Why would you want to try other amps? BAT SS and tube amps are wonderful. I've owned VK200, ...