BAT VK-53SE Stereo Tube Preamplifier; Balanced Audio Technology; VK53SE (SOLD)
Product: BAT VK-53SE Stereo Tube Preamplifier; Balanced Audio Technology; VK53SE
Product SKU: 24544
Serial Number: RCM070337
Voltage: 120V
Cosmetic Description: 8/10 Excellent condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including some minor scuffing on the top of the unit. This item has some very light wear but still presents like new from your listening position.
What is Included: Preamplifier, Eight Sovtek 6H30 Tubes, Allen Keys, Spare Fuse, Manual, Power Cable, Factory Packaging
Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.
Age: One year
# of Owners: 1
Tobacco Exposure: No
Service History: None
MSRP: $14995
Other Notes: VK-53SE features a transformer-coupled, high-current, single gain-stage topology. The transformer-coupled outputs catapult the performance of this fully balanced, zero-feedback design to a higher level. These transformers replace BAT's venerable Six-Pak of output capacitors with custom-designed amorphous core output transformers. Each is encapsulated within a mu-metal shield for the ultimate in signal purity and noise isolation. Electrically, the custom transformers significantly improve VK-53SE's ability to drive low-impedance loads. Sonically, they offer greater dynamics, transparency, top-to-bottom extension, and a more coherent, organic portrayal of music.
"Reviewing Balanced Audio Technologies’ VK-53SE preamplifier proved more of a challenge than I’d anticipated. Through most of the speakers I used, I found the BAT’s bass outstanding, its dynamics arresting, its image focus pinpoint accurate, and its tonal colors rich and nuanced. But the VK-53SE wasn’t perfect; it consistently seemed to struggle with projecting its wonderfully drawn images on big enough soundstages, and thus failed to provide a convincing sense of atmosphere -- until I paired it with Sonus Faber’s Amati Tradition speakers. When I did, 98% of the space among instruments and voices, soundstage size, and surrounding atmosphere were restored -- I adored how music flowed through this pairing." - SoundStage!
Reviews: SoundStage!
Shipping: Cost to ship this item within the contiguous United States is a flat rate of $135- including packaging and insurance. For all other locations including Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Alaska, please request a quote prior to purchase. Items with factory packaging will be double boxed. When factory packaging not available re-usable shipping box with custom injected-foam mold will be used. (for all items over 10 lbs). Note that all items valued over $500 will require a signature upon delivery.