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VTL MB450 monos Vs. BAT VK 60se monos?

I am currently using a solid state amp. I recently replaced a McIntosh SS pre-amp with the BAT VK51se pre-amp that I bought off AGON. WOW this move was a step in the right direction. Not a small step but a big one. So, I want to move to tubes for my amp too. These are the two set-ups that I am considering. Input would be greatly appreciated.
imformusa
dob
577 posts
 
Hello Len,

"Does a ton of power make difference with speakers that don't really require it? ..."

read very interesting writing exactly on the topic in EnjoyTheMusic.com:

http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/manufacture/0708/index.html

All The Best
Rafael
mordante
511 posts
 
Personally I would stay away from tube power amps. For reasons mentioned earlier. The pre amp you have is really good, can only dream of that kind of gear. If I were you I would buy some (maybe class A) SS mono amps. Place those amps close to your speakers and run long balanced interconnects and short speaker cables. Also I believe power amp will have less of an impact on the way your system sounds the the pre amp.
johnss
575 posts
 
The VTLs are really nice, but you'd better be prepared to crank up your AC in the summer time. It will be similiar to running your AC and furnace at the same time.

As another poster noted, you should give the JC-1s a listen or include them in the listening sessions you do.
They are a super amp, and will drive just about any speaker load. Running out of power should not be a problem with them.
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