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is BAT good with non-BAT components?

I have a friend that have an entire BAT system:
BAT VK 60/ BAT VK 5i, CD-player and phono.

He had problems with VTL line2.5 in terms of bass details. He was advised that he had to get an entire line of BAT into his system what he now has.

Had anyone had any problems using BAT products with non-BAT?

What is good combination of BAT and non-BAT components?
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dave43
108 posts
 
I use a BAT VK3i with Odyssey Stratus amp and have tried
several CD/DVD players and everything sounds great. BAT
makes great stuff! Someday, I'll have a complete BAT
system....someday!
Dave
jtinn
1,124 posts
 
The problem is the VTL preamp. It is not what they are known for. I would highly recommend the VK-50SE preamp for your friend, it is a wonderful piece that matches well with most equipment.
madisonears
117 posts
 
I use a Bryston BP-25 preamp into my VK-200, and the combination is very sweet and musical.
larryken
537 posts
 
I have a Wadia 830 run direct into the mighty VK500....sounds awesome.
Regards,
Larry K
beemer
444 posts
 
I have BAT VK-D5SE CD, VK50SE preamp into Levinson 33H monos
into Aerial 10t's. Absolute synergy! I've seen many instances of BAT tube pre used with Levinson amps with great results.

Paul
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