I have a pair of Martin Logan Sequel II speakers with Sonic Frontiers Line 1 and Power 1 amplification. I auditioned the BAT VK 3i and the Sonic Frontiers Line 1. Both units offer excellant quality, good value, and similiar prices and sound quality. After all of my searching for a tube preamp, my choices were between the BAT and the SF. I was in a quandry when it came time to purchase. Ultimately, my decision was made when I purchased a dealer's demo unit at an excellant price. I think you'll be happy with either one. Good luck!
BAT or Sonic Frontiers w/ Martin Logans?
OK, I need to "warm up" my Martin Logan SL-3's with a tube amp for under $1500 (Driven by Sunfire amp). The two finalists are the BAT VK 3i and the Sonic Frontiers Line 1. Can anyone make recomendations one way or another? If any Martin Logan owners can share experiences I would appreciate it. I live over an hour away from any hi-fi stores so your input will save me lots of time.