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Accuphase E-560 versus VAC Sigma 160i
I have owned the VAC Sigma 160i with built in MC phono stage for about 2 years and continue to be impressed with its sound and build quality as well as the support of Kevin Hayes and company at VAC.I find it to have a beguiling combination of the ... 
Speakers for VAC sigma 160i -- need inputs
I am driving Tannoy DC10Ts successfully with my VAC 160, but my dealer recommends the Tannoy Kensington SE as a significant upgrade with the pepperpot wave guide and alnico magnet features. I am considering them.Jim 
VAC 160i, any experiences
Hi WigNo, I have been pretty satisfied with the stock tubes. Since I got the VAC about 6 months ago, I have been buying more vinyl to go with my TW Acustic source and have not felt the need to tinker further with my system for now.I have to agree ... 
VAC 160i, any experiences
Hi Wig'Sorry for taking so long to respond, but I have been away on business.I did get the balanced inputs. My VAC 160 was a show demo that had the bal input option and MC phono option included. I was fortunate as that is the configuration that I ... 
Is good customer service about dead?
I have had excellent customer service from a variety of dealers, distributors and manufactures. Rick Milam of A-V Design (ARC, Ayre, B&W, Vandersteen, Focale, etc) and Robert Bruce of Sound FX (Proac, Magnepan, Linn, NAD, etc) in Kansas City a... 
VAC 160i, any experiences
I posted above back in Oct but have had my VAC 160 with optional MC Phono and Bal input for about 6 months now. I am thoroughly satisfied with this purchase and enjoy using it every day - no buyers remorse or interest in looking for anything else.... 
Best Integrated, period.
I have owned a VAC Sigma 160 Integrated with optional Bal input and MC Phonostage for about 6 months now. I would heartily recommend an audition to anyone looking for a high quality integrated amp. I use this with Tannoy speakers and TW Acustic Ra... 
Why Not More Conversation about VAC?
Just wanted to add one more response as a very satisfied VAC owner. I have had my VAC Sigma 160 Integrated (w/ opt MC Phono and Bal inputs) for a little over 2 months. I have not heard a separate Pre, Pwr, Phono Stage combo or other integrated in ... 
VAC 160i, any experiences
GhasleyThey were using a high quality Clearaudio (I think Innovation Wood or higher- e.g. panzerholst (sp?) plinth with 2 levels....?) with Benz Ruby (about a 4k) cart, and Audioquest DBS Colorado ICs and Gibralter Bi-Wire speaker cabling. Like th...