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ARC Reference Anniversary preamp in 2011
Looks like Audio Research's version of the BAT REX 
Comments on Dire Straits Re-mastered LPs?
Both Dire Straits and Communique recent vinyl releases are all analog and outstanding. Quiet pressings, very dynamic sound, deep extended bass. The jackets could be thicker, but could not ask for better mastering. Highly recommended. Looking forwa... 
BAT VK P5 VS P10
I absolutely love my VK-P10SE Superpak (which I purchased from Jfrech!). I sent it to BAT last May for the AC balance and new-style superpak upgrade. It is serial number 027, and has been incrementally upgraded over the past several years first by... 
BAT Solid State Amplifiers
I agree w/ Objective1. Having owned a VK-300x SE, VK-250SE, and currently a VK-6200 and VK-600SE, have not experienced any leaness. The amps having excellent midrange, imaging, dynamics and extended bass. 
SME V arm and what cartridge?
Lyra Skala would offer good synergy with the rest of your system, which already leans towards the darker, warmer side. I think the Dynavector, Sumiko, and Benz cartridges would push your system too far to the warm and smooth side of things. I use ... 
Amplifier Experience Gryphon Pass Lamm BAT
Extremely happy w/ BAT VK-52SE and VK-600SE stereo amp. Going this route would allow upgrade from VK-52SE to REX and converting VK-600SE to mono and buying a second one. Outstanding dynamics, soundstaging, and instrumental tone and texture. 
BAT at CES?
New info up on BAT REX Poweramp at balanced.com. 
BAT at CES?
Victor, I have enjoyed your participation on Audio Asylum and nice to see you posting here. Thanks for the information. Can you comment on any new BAT products? It looks like there is a new VK-255 power amp with slightly different cosmetics? Huge ... 
BAT at CES?
found some pictures on Audiogon!http://live.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/ces.pl?&VT_29-220&RoomView&FM&&&&&&CES10Looks like one amp has an optional grey/silver finish There also appears to be a VK-255 amplifier with a g... 
BAT at CES?
anybody have any pictures? Very surprised that there was no mention of BAT in any of the show reports from Stereophile, AVguide, Dagogo, TAB, Soundstage, Enjoythemusic.com, etc. 
Sophia 2 with Plinius?
Also recommend BAT. VK-250SE or VK-600SE depending on budget, desired listening level and room size. 
BAT 300 SE integrated volume problem
Glad you got it sorted out. I lived happily with the 300x for years, before ultimately upgrading to my BAT VK-52SE and VK 600SE. Time to enjoy! 
BAT 300 SE integrated volume problem
Should go from 0 to 140. I believe 112 is unity gain on the 300x. Hit the function button on the remote or the front panel. Continue to hit it until you see the word "MAX." Turn the volume knob clockwise until you get to 140. Then hold function do... 
BAT 300 SE integrated volume problem
Something is wrong. On CD with my inefficient Aerial 7b speakers, I never turned it up past 80 (max is 140). Email Victor at BAT. 
Wilson Sophia 2--- VTL S-150 or Ayre V1-xe?
Excellent results with Sophia 2 and BAT VK-600SE