BAT 31SE vs. 51SE


Hello.

Just wondering if anyone has done head-to-head comparisons. I have a 300SE integrated, and have just purchased a 75SE. Looking to get a BAT preamp soon (or if something better, let me know) and was wondering if it's really worth it to go for the big guy.

Your advice is most appreciated!
keithr

Showing 3 responses by jfrech

I had a 31se on loan while my 50 se got updated to a 51se. The 51se has more extension on top and bottom, more weight and liquidity in the middle, better detail and is more quiet. More refined. 31se is no slouch, it's pretty good, just th 51se is worth the extra cash.

The 31SE was better imo than the 50SE.

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Metralla, the 51se is a monster update to your 50SE. It shocked me quite frankly. Clearly better...you'll think your 50SE is broke almost...
Eldo1968, wait about 2-3 weeks on your 51se. It will seriously open up. BIG. Leave it on with music going through it. About once a week...power it down fully-NOT standby...want a few hours or overnight. Something speeds breakin at full powerdown and discharge of the caps. After breakin, it's almost like listening to something different than what you have right now.

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