As a Berning/Merlin owner, I agree w/the recommendation above. However, IME going direct from the Wadia would be a mistake. The Merlins will sound better with the BAM in the tape loop of an active preamp.
Of the 3 amps you mention, the Manleys and VAC are making other Merlin owners happy, while the BAT would be last on my list as far as preference. Granted, Merlins sound great w/wide variety of amps, but if you are going to choose, I'd rate those mentioned here: Berning, Manley, VAC then BAT. Cheers,
Spencer
Of the 3 amps you mention, the Manleys and VAC are making other Merlin owners happy, while the BAT would be last on my list as far as preference. Granted, Merlins sound great w/wide variety of amps, but if you are going to choose, I'd rate those mentioned here: Berning, Manley, VAC then BAT. Cheers,
Spencer