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How good is BAT vk-p3 phono card?

Can anybody tell any experience on vk-p3 phono preamp module with vk-3i/3ix/30?
What I've heard is that it would be as good as any separate phono preamps at $1000~1500.
Does it need a long break in time?
I've just listened to it on vk-30. While vk-30 linestage sounds fantastic, the phono did not sound as good. It was obviously inferior to my friend's Audio Electronics PH-1. The phono module is almost brand new, so I wonder if it needs more time to break in.

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ihcho OP
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I would not expect vk-p3 (now new at $750) as good as separate phonos at $1500 used. More appropriate comparision would be with phono preamps at $500~1000 used.
Yes, I've heard a lot about Aesthetix Rhea, but I think it is in the same league as vk-p10.
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ihcho OP
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Sorry for the confusion. I meant by new separates in the $1000~1500 price range, that's what I heard from BAT dealers/users.
I haven't listened to EAR 834P, but have read enough good about it. If P3 is comparable to the EAR, I guess it is better than I thought.
Thanks for your input.
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