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bat 300x verses mac 402
Rhapsd, BAT and Wilson make an excellent combination. Take a look at my all BAT system with Wilson Sophia Series 2. I enjoymed my BAT VK-300x SE integrated amp so much, I upgraded to a VK-31SE/250 and now more recently to the VK-52SE/600SE. Jfrech... 
What Integrated Amps have the sonics of Separates?
I recommend the BAT VK-300x SE integrated amplifier. 150 watt/channel, vacuum tube preamp section with 6H30 supertbues. 
Wilson's new speaker the Sasha is coming.
David Wilson's presentation on the Sasha: http://www.avguide.com/blog/david-wilsons-presentation-the-new-wilson-audio-sasha-loudspeaker 
Looking for preamp suggestions
BAT VK-31SE would meet all of your requirements 
Wilson's new speaker the Sasha is coming.
New pages up with specificationswww.wilsonaudio.com/sasha 
Cartridge for a Rega P5?
I required a washer/shim underneath my RB900 on my Rega P9 when using the 20XL. I am certain you will require a shim if you choose the Dynavector and want to maintain correct VTA, but I can't advise you on what size! 
Cartridge for a Rega P5?
I also recommend the Dynavector 20XL 
What cartridge for Rega P5?
I would stretch your budget a little and look into the Dynavector 20XL or 20XH depending on your phonostage. I had excellent results with my Rega P9. 
cartridge for Rega P3 or P3-24?
I strongly preferred the Dynavector 20XL over the Rega Elys and Exact on my previous Rega P9. I had outstanding results with a Dynavector P75 phonostage. 
Sophia II's and Pass Labs etc
I don't know if Balanced Audio Technology is available in Norway, but I can strongly recommend the VK-52SE vacuum tube preamp and the VK-600SE solid-state amp with Wilson Audio Sophia Series 2. I am blown away with this combination! 
back ground noise with my wilson puppy8
BAT tube pre-amps are very, very quiet. My VK-31SE was dead quiet. I could barely hear anything even with my ear up against the speaker. If it was the tubes in the BAT preamp, I would doubt there would be problems in both channels simultaneously. 
JL Audio 113 sub without external crossover
I have tried it with and without an external crossover. Right now, I prefer using my NHT X2 crossover (only $300.00)w/ XLR inputs and outputs, with the high pass filter at 80Hz, with my Aerial 7Bs. While my Aerials are capable of in room response ... 
Difference between the Aerial 7B and 7C ?
I believe the 7Cs will be available in April. Although the driver complement looks similar (tweeter, midrange and 2 7" woofers), I believe they are new drivers. I would guess, based on the fewer number of finishes available on the 5B and Model 6, ... 
Turntable on a $5k budget?
Look for a used SME 10 w/ tonearm on Audiogon. You should be able to find one well within your budget. It should give you a good slice of what you experienced with the SME 20 Model IV tonearm combination. The table has outstanding build quality, a... 
Help on choosing a amp for Dali Helikon 400 mk1
I primarily listen to jazz and rock on vinyl. I am using a BAT VK-250 with BAT-PAK along with my BAT VK-31SE preamp into a pair of Aerial 7Bs and am very happy. You should be able to find this on audiogon at your price point. I have not auditioned...