Mij,
A concern & a suggestion...
I'm not sure if the EVS has XLR outputs. If not, then to use the BAT amps, you'll need to use their XLR-to-RCA adapters. This functions okay, but loses some of the benefit of the BAT all balanced design. Many(perhaps most?) comments about how good BAT gear sounds, is based on it being used in balanced mode. Granted, you could probably get a vk60 & vk3i for $3k; a vk60 & vk5i for $4k. OF course, you could try w/the EVS & adapters, and upgrade to a balanced config if necessary. I agree w/the others that this is great sounding stuff, and simple & elegant.
Although not too widely distributed, a long-standing company that would give you a nice option is Air Tight. Their ATM1 or ATM2, both have two inputs and volume controls, so you don't need a preamp. Technically, I believe it's a passive line stage though, so they don't refer to it as an integrated. Easy to bias, w/readily available tubes. Even though rated at only 35w, the ATM1 has driven many difficult loads(relatively speaking) with grace. It's very musical, and holds it's value well. The ATM2 has more power at a higher price...
Good luck,
Spencer
A concern & a suggestion...
I'm not sure if the EVS has XLR outputs. If not, then to use the BAT amps, you'll need to use their XLR-to-RCA adapters. This functions okay, but loses some of the benefit of the BAT all balanced design. Many(perhaps most?) comments about how good BAT gear sounds, is based on it being used in balanced mode. Granted, you could probably get a vk60 & vk3i for $3k; a vk60 & vk5i for $4k. OF course, you could try w/the EVS & adapters, and upgrade to a balanced config if necessary. I agree w/the others that this is great sounding stuff, and simple & elegant.
Although not too widely distributed, a long-standing company that would give you a nice option is Air Tight. Their ATM1 or ATM2, both have two inputs and volume controls, so you don't need a preamp. Technically, I believe it's a passive line stage though, so they don't refer to it as an integrated. Easy to bias, w/readily available tubes. Even though rated at only 35w, the ATM1 has driven many difficult loads(relatively speaking) with grace. It's very musical, and holds it's value well. The ATM2 has more power at a higher price...
Good luck,
Spencer