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Preamp for a BAT VK-55.

Have a VK-55 on the way soon and have a few pre-amps I'm considering.  
1. Primaluna Dialogue Premium
2. Audio Research LS-26 or LS-27
3. BAT but not sure which one. 

Phono isn't needed and no more than $3000 is my budget.  Any recommendations appreciated. 
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samzx12 OP
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Also would using XLR to RCA adapters affect the sound?
czarivey
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for bat i suggest balanced preamp so to use xlr to xlr.
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samzx12 OP
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I'm leaning towards a BAT pre-amp.  Used to have a VK5i a few years ago but the VK30 and up look to be more attractive and functional with the newish interface.  
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stringreen
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adapters will not improve the sound......You should choose BAT for best integration.
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samzx12 OP
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Stingreen I didn't think the adapters would help the sound just wondering if they would hurt it?  One can become very confused after reading reviews and opinions on each BAT preamp (VK30-32 SE and non SE). The opinions are all over the place. 
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