Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC

So, overall this might not be a good fit based on the specifications of the amp vis-a-via the speakers. I hear you. There is no way at all of hearing them together. That is for sure. So it would have to be a sure thing. Thanks — I have no idea about the technical aspects. I just trust my ears and they have not heard the amp. I would have to travel to hear it and why bother if it is not advised. Okay, back to JR. So happy I have something wonderful to keep coming back to!!!!!

Swiss have their own ways of doing things and they would expect you to follow them precisely. They also charge you for the honour of owning their equipment. Double the normal price, I mean. Not for me, thank you. As an exotic very expensive choice I would consider Ypsilon Electronics from Greece. $25k for hybrid integrated.

I have owned a Vac Sigma 160i integrated for 4 years. The tubes have not needed replacement during that time, and biasing the tubes needs to be done rarely, and literally takes a minute or two. It is a very simple procedure. Don't be concerned about the Sigma being "high mantenance". That has not been my experience. 
Regarding running the tv through it, that would add a lot of hours to the tube usage. I would suggest another solution for the tv, I bought a B&W Panorama soundbar for mine.

Thanks Heymikey. I appreciate hearing that. If the JR doesn't work out — VAC is the next choice. 

Buying a Swiss amp is like buying a pair of Italian shoes.    Very nicely crafted but not for everyone.   There should be a very good reason to go that way because nobody has cornered the market yet on top notch sound or nice shoes.