Follow us| Sign up for our newsletter Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK250 - Audiophile Solid State Power Amplifier w Orig Box For over 20 years High End Audio Auctions has been selling the finest HiFi online, but did you know that we BUY your HiFi equipment as well? Contact our sister company STEREOBUYERS for a fair quote today! All items included are pictured. Items are tested fully to ensure all functions work as expected - any defects and additional service done to the item are noted below. Items are not restored or reconditioned, unless specified. All items we sell come with a 30-day warranty - your satisfaction is guaranteed. Original shipping on returns will be refunded at the sellers discretion. Local Pickup in NYC Available BAT VK250 Details & Testing Notes Cosmetic Condition:9/10: Excellent - Light use, no visible imperfections.Faint spots of discoloration on front face. Very good overall physical condition. Please see all high resolution photographs below.Functional Notes:Functions as intended and sounds excellent.Voltage:120V 50/60HzSerial #:25030025Original Box:YesManual:NoRemote:N/APower Cord:YesShipping Method:FedEx Ground (Domestic) / FedEx Economy, USPS Priority, Ebay Standard Delivery (International)Shipping Weight:69lbs (24x20x10) High-End Audio Auctions has been THE trusted source for high-end, classic and vintage audio components on eBay since 2000! Our unique products, unparalleled service and bombproof packaging keeps our customers coming back again and again. We are experts at selling and shipping worldwide, with items ranging from $5 to $50,000. We look forward to earning your repeat business! By placing a bid on any of our listings, you agree to our terms & conditions Click here to learn more Home| About Us| Store Policies| FAQs| Feedback| Contact Us| Custom Tuned Cables _gsrx_vers_1680 (GS 9.8.3 (1680))

Follow us| Sign up for our newsletter Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK30SE - Audiophile Hifi Stereo Tube Preamplifier For over 20 years High End Audio Auctions has been selling the finest HiFi online, but did you know that we BUY your HiFi equipment as well? Contact our sister company STEREOBUYERS for a fair quote today! All items included are pictured. Items are tested fully to ensure all functions work as expected - any defects and additional service done to the item are noted below. Items are not restored or reconditioned, unless specified. All items we sell come with a 30-day warranty - your satisfaction is guaranteed. Original shipping on returns will be refunded at the sellers discretion. Local Pickup in NYC Available BAT VK30SE Details & Testing Notes Cosmetic Condition:9/10: Excellent - Light use, no visible imperfections.Functional Notes:Functions as intended and sounds excellent.Voltage:120V 50/60HzSerial #:30800343Original Box:YesManual:NoRemote:NoPower Cord:YesShipping Method:FedEx Ground (Domestic) / FedEx Economy, USPS Priority, Ebay Standard Delivery (International)Shipping Weight:38lbs (24x20x10) High-End Audio Auctions has been THE trusted source for high-end, classic and vintage audio components on eBay since 2000! Our unique products, unparalleled service and bombproof packaging keeps our customers coming back again and again. We are experts at selling and shipping worldwide, with items ranging from $5 to $50,000. We look forward to earning your repeat business! By placing a bid on any of our listings, you agree to our terms & conditions Click here to learn more Home| About Us| Store Policies| FAQs| Feedback| Contact Us| Custom Tuned Cables _gsrx_vers_1680 (GS 9.8.3 (1680))

The worlds largest online retailer of pre-owned audio Product DescriptionWho we areWhat we doOur ProcessOur Policies Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK-5i Stereo Tube Preamplifier Product SKU: 67385 Input Voltage: 120V # of Owners: 1 Service History: None Serial Number: 050600646 Age: 15 years or older Tobacco Exposure: No MSRP: $4000 Cosmetic Description: Good cosmetic condition with some minor visible cosmetic wear including a mark on the Gain R knob, fading in the print on the top of the faceplate, as well as a few scuffs on the top edge of the face plate and top surface. There are some white spots of pain on the front of the left side as well. Despite these blemishes, this preamplifier still looks great and sounds wonderful. What is Included: Preamplifier, Two Sovtek 6L6WGC Tubes, Eight Sovtek 6922 Tubes, Remote, Manual, Power Cable Other Notes: The sound of the VK-5i is very easy to describe. Absolutely, totally listenable and non-fatiguing for hours on end. - John E. Johnson, Jr., Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found. Review 2 Shipping: Cost to ship this item within the contiguous United States is a flat rate of $55- including packaging and insurance. For all other locations including Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Alaska, please request a quote prior to purchase. Items with factory packaging will be double boxed. When factory packaging not available re-usable shipping box with custom injected-foam mold will be used. (for all items over 10 lbs). Note that all items valued over $750 will require a signature upon delivery. Your online source for the best value in new and used audio gear. Visit us online to Buy / Sell / Trade / Consign The Music Room is the largest online retailer of pre-owned HiFi equipment in the world. Headquartered in beautiful Boulder Colorado, The Music Room is a team of 17 strong (and growing) music lovers - all dedicated to one singular mission: delivering the very best online shopping experience in the audio industry - period. We specialize in well-cared for, previously used gear because that is what we are passionate about. We feel that there is nothing more fulfilling than creating a high-performance system on a budget with carefully selected used components, speakers and cables. Our program is safe, secure, fast, fair, hassle-free and highly effective. Visit us online to Buy / Sell / Trade / Consign Buy: Are you looking to get a fair price for your used home audio equipment without all the hassles, headaches, risks and fees? We will appraise your equipment and make you a quick, easy, fair cash offer. Just fill out our “get a quote” form on our homepage to start the process. 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With 100% feedback ratings in every venue in which we sell, you can rest assured that we’ve got your back. Visit us online to Buy / Sell / Trade / Consign Quality Assurance: We offer 15-20 new product listings for sale daily. Each product undergoes an extremely rigorous quality-assurance and listening session by one of our qualified technicians. We understand that buying used audio equipment can be rife with uncertainty and unexpected headaches. Our quality assurance program is informed by a knowledge-base built through delivering over 30,000 used audio products to satisfied customers. We promise to deliver your product in good working order - exactly as described 100% of the time. Support: We don’t just make promises. We stand behind them - your satisfaction is guaranteed. Our support team is ready to help you with any questions you might have before and after the sale. 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BAT 3ix in perfect working order. Cosmetically excellent. I see a mark on the cover, by a screw which is clearly shown in pictures 3 and 4. Rated 8 for age.Does not have a remote. Line stage only, no phono stage.Tube types are listed in manual located at provided link. https://balancedaudio.net/s/VK_3iX_Manual.pdf For the four 6922 I use gold matched Electro Harmonix from Upscale Audio. They are approximately one year old. The two Tungsol 6V6s were replaced three years ago. I listen to music approximately 20 hours per week, so approximately 1,000 hours on 6922s and 3,000 hours on 6V6s. Preamp age is unknown, but serial number is shown in picture.Comes with original box.

Hello, I am selling my Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK40 Flagship Solid State Pre-Amp W/ Box and Remote that was a extra $500 add on. This is in Great working condition. Sounds Great. This has been well taken care of. Please check out all the pictures, use Zoom so you can see how nice this is. . This is in As Pictured physical condition.This will be packed with carewith protection on all sides top and bottom!This will be Double Boxed. If you have any questions please feel free to ask, thank you!

Hello, I am selling my Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK500 Flagship Solid State Amplifier This is in Great working condition. Sounds Great. This has been well taken care of. Please check out all the pictures, use Zoom so you can see how nice this is. There are scratches, the face is pretty clean. The bottom is missing 2 screws and the bottom is bent on the back at missing screw as pictured. . This is in As Pictured physical condition.This will be packed with carewith protection on all sides top and bottom!Local pick is free.Shipping to the lower 48 only .shipping is a $400 fixed price packing and shipping service. If you have a packing shipping company pick up and deliver to you.I will assist in any way I can. Let me know and we will see what can be done. If you have any questions please feel free to ask, thank you!

Hello, I am selling my Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK40 Flagship Solid State Pre-Amp W/ Box and Remote that was a extra $500 add on. This is in Great working condition. Sounds Great. This has been well taken care of. Please check out all the pictures, use Zoom so you can see how nice this is. . This is in As Pictured physical condition.This will be packed with carewith protection on all sides top and bottom!This will be Double Boxed. If you have any questions please feel free to ask, thank you!

Hello, I am selling my Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK500 Flagship Solid State Amplifier This is in Great working condition. Sounds Great. This has been well taken care of. Please check out all the pictures, use Zoom so you can see how nice this is. There are scratches, the face is pretty clean. The bottom is missing 2 screws and the bottom is bent on the back at missing screw as pictured. . This is in As Pictured physical condition.This will be packed with carewith protection on all sides top and bottom!Local pick is free.Shipping to the lower 48 only .shipping is a $400 fixed price packing and shipping service. If you have a packing shipping company pick up and deliver to you.I will assist in any way I can. Let me know and we will see what can be done. If you have any questions please feel free to ask, thank you!

Hello, I am selling my Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK40 Flagship Solid State Pre-Amp W/ Box and Remote that was a extra $500 add on. This is in Great working condition. Sounds Great. This has been well taken care of. Please check out all the pictures, use Zoom so you can see how nice this is. . This is in As Pictured physical condition.This will be packed with carewith protection on all sides top and bottom!This will be Double Boxed. If you have any questions please feel free to ask, thank you!

Hello, I am selling my Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK500 Flagship Solid State Amplifier This is in Great working condition. Sounds Great. This has been well taken care of. Please check out all the pictures, use Zoom so you can see how nice this is. There are scratches, the face is pretty clean. The bottom is missing 2 screws and the bottom is bent on the back at missing screw as pictured. . This is in As Pictured physical condition.This will be packed with carewith protection on all sides top and bottom!Local pick up only .If you have a packing shipping company pick up and deliver to you.I will assist in any way I can. Let me know and we will see what can be done. If you have any questions please feel free to ask, thank you!

You are buying an used but in great working condition, Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK-250 Stereo Power Amplifier Amp Black and Silver This beautiful amplifier has been tested and works perfectly, the unit should normal wear, It comes with power cord only, not other accessories included. NOTE: We recommend to use a fan to keep it cool. Pictures are part of the description so please see them carefully and make your own conclusion about the item’s WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET Thanks for looking selling as the pictures shown. ABOUT SHIPPING Shipping Within US 48 Continental States Only ( not shipping to HAWAII , ALASKA , PUERTO RICO , VIRGIN ISLAND , PO BOX OR APO ADDRESS) will be shipped by Fedex UPS Or USPS Ground according your location with free tracking number and It will be shipped thru the address provided by eBay so please make sure it's right during checkout! Feel free to any questions. For International buyer we will use eBay Global shipping option no exceptions. ABOUT RETURN Please contact seller if you have any inconvenience with your item, before open an eBay case or leave a negative feedback (There are many ways to solve any issue) Is very important for Us make our costumers happy’s. Buy with confidence ?????TOP SELLER ????? • See other items in our eBay page!!! https://www.ebay.com/str/jarvingracestore MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PRODUCT: Balanced Audio Technology is pleased to introduce the stellar new VK-250 solid state power amplifier. With its compact and graceful industrial design, the VK-250 power amplifier becomes a perfect complement to Balanced Audio Technology’s universally praised lineup of preamplifiers, from the VK-3i through the VK-51SE. For the ultimate in flexibility, the VK-250 can be ordered as either a stereo amplifier or as a monoblock in the VK-250M version. Balanced Audio Technology also provides a transparent upgrade path that allows the owner of a stereo VK-250 to easily convert to a monoblock at any point in time. Just add a second VK-250M to enjoy the benefits of true monoblock operation. To continue BAT’s reputation for providing the highest levels of refined energy storage, an innovative BAT-PAKTM option is available. The VK-250 BAT-PAKTM incorporates the knowledge gained during the design of the highly acclaimed VK-31SE and VK-51SE line-stage preamplifiers as well as VK-P10SE SUPER-PAKTM. With both greater energy storage and the use of large Depth Charge style oil capacitors for power supply bypass, the VK-250 BAT-PAKTM combination provides a top-to-bottom coherence that is the very essence of musicality. Specifications Power output: 150 watts per channel into 8? (stereo) Frequency response: 2Hz to 250kHz Total harmonic distortion: 0.2% Gain: 26 dB Dimensions: 19 x 6.5 x 16 inches Weight: 75lbs https://www.choicehifi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/BAT-250-Amp-Centre-channel.pdf

Preamp is in great condition and works as it should dead quite and just sounds great, has phono stage & comes with power cord, the 2 remotes expensive $500 option, has box with packing and will be box again for shipping. Questions call write or text 6l5 26O 9569 thanks John. Opening bid of $1200 same as buy it now, auction will end.

Used like new Balanced Audio Technology (BAT) VK-3iX Vacuum Tube Preamplifier Even before it was broken in, the Balanced Audio Technology (BAT) VK-3iX preamplifier sounded so magnificent it was difficult to believe that I was listening to what essentially is an entry level product. But the VK-3iX is only an entry level product in that it is BAT's lowest costing preamplifier. It contains a great deal of sophisticated technology, far greater than the what would normally incorporated into a typical entry level product, and ends up being a relatively inexpensive gateway to the renowned BAT sound. The VK-3iX is probably a loss leader in the vein of the VK-3i it replaces, but it sports internal parts upgrades, cosmetics that make it match BAT's more expensive models, and most importantly, the ability to upgrade the unit to (for lack of any other terms) a super VK-3iX. Internally, the VK-3iX is not a simple update of the older VK-3 but practically a completely new design. It has new circuit boards as well as, again, the significant feature of being able to upgrade the unit. These upgrades include the SUPER PAK, the SIX-PAK, and the special edition (SE). BAT says that even the stock VK-3iX contains many aspects of BAT's reference preamplifier line which includes their Unistage design. BAT goes on to say that they eliminate complex buffer and follower circuits, and the vacuum tube current sources remain in the power supply to contribute to [it's] ability to portray the natural color and emotion of the musical performance. As in their VK-52SE ($10,500 with remote), the unit uses Vishay resistors in the series pass element of the shunt volume control that provides, according to BAT, a wonderful sense of transparency and top-end extension. The power supply of the VK-3iX is very large and is intended to increase the system's low-end heft

Follow us| Sign up for our newsletter Balanced Audio Technology BAT REX - Audiophile Tube Power Amplifier with Original Box For over 20 years High End Audio Auctions has been selling the finest HiFi online, but did you know that we BUY your HiFi equipment as well? Contact our sister company STEREOBUYERS for a fair quote today! All items included are pictured. Items are tested fully to ensure all functions work as expected - any defects and additional service done to the item are noted below. Items are not restored or reconditioned, unless specified. All items we sell come with a 30-day warranty - your satisfaction is guaranteed. Original shipping on returns will be refunded at the sellers discretion. Local Pickup in NYC Available Balanced Audio Technology REX Details & Testing Notes Cosmetic Condition:9/10: Excellent - Light use, no visible imperfections.Functional Notes:Functions as intended and sounds excellent. Tubes test like new.Voltage:120V 50/60HzSerial #:RP0100036Original Box:YesManual:NoRemote:N/APower Cord:YesAdditional Items:TubesShipping Method:FedEx Ground (Domestic) / FedEx Economy (International) Note: eBay’s shipping calculator does not handle dimensions this large. Flat rates are placeholder estimates. Please contact us with your city and postal code for rates specific to your state or country. Shipping Weight:75lbs (29x22x14) High-End Audio Auctions has been THE trusted source for high-end, classic and vintage audio components on eBay since 2000! Our unique products, unparalleled service and bombproof packaging keeps our customers coming back again and again. We are experts at selling and shipping worldwide, with items ranging from $5 to $50,000. We look forward to earning your repeat business! By placing a bid on any of our listings, you agree to our terms & conditions Click here to learn more Home| About Us| Store Policies| FAQs| Feedback| Contact Us| Custom Tuned Cables _gsrx_vers_1516 (GS 9.3 (1516))

For your consideration, is this Balanced Audio Technology VK 51 – SE tube pre-amplifier. I am the third owner. The unit is in very good cosmetic condition. It is not perfect, if you examine the unit very very closely, you may find some minor surface imperfections. That said, there are absolutely no large dings, scrapes, or gouges that would be associated with careless ownership or poor treatment. I have tried to be extremely conservative with my appraisal of the cosmetic condition. This unit received a new set of tubes in early 2023. It sounds fantastic. I am making a more permanent move to a solid state preamp that I prefer, hence my reason for selling. As far as tube preamps go, to my ears, this is one of the best. Balanced Audio Technology manages to provide a little bit of the “romance “of tubes with the general focus of good power filtering and solid state presentation. There is definitely a distinct sound here and it is nothing but complementary to a variety of speakers and power amplifiers. I have a non-original Balanced Audio Technology box to go with this amplifier. I have the original remote control, and I have a printed copy of the manual. Please feel free to ask any questions, I am happy to help.

Very clean example of a great sounding amplifier at a bargain price. Don’t let the 100 watts fool you, this is a beast of an amplifier that gives you healthy taste of what BAT has to offer. It has the build quality of the larger VK-250 and VK-500. I purchased this from TMR and have enjoyed it. It’s clean and fully functional with (2) blue leds on the front when power on and fully balanced input. I used this with rca to xlr adapters with great results so don’t let the lack of rca inputs deter you. I would send adapters with but gave my last two sets with the BAT preamp I sold recently. They’re reasonably priced and can be acquired at any music store like Guitar Center or Sam Ash. The amplifier comes with the original box (will be double boxed for shipping), manual, and power cord. You will not be disappointed with the purchase. I am only selling due to purchase of a VK-500, essentially a beefed up dual mono version of this amp. Specifications Power output: 100 watts per channel into 8? (stereo) Power rating 1200 VA Frequency response: 2Hz to 200kHz Gain: 25 dB Input sensitivity: 1.6V Dimensions: 18 x 19 x 7 Shipping Weight: 70lb

BAT VK-6200 loaded with 5 channels. This will need to be a local pickup or use USHIP. Amp weighs in at 180 pounds, and I do not have the boxes. No issues.

Elevate your home audio experience with the BAT Balanced Audio Technology VK-6200 6 Channel Amp, designed to deliver superior sound quality. This power amplifier boasts 400W of power, 6 inputs and outputs, and is built with top-of-the-line materials. Crafted by Balanced Audio Technology, a renowned brand in the field of power amplifiers, the VK-6200 is a model of precision and quality. With its sleek design and exceptional performance, this amplifier is the perfect addition to any home audio system. This amp has been sparingly used and has been in climate controlled storage for the past couple of years as the new house we moved to does not have the space for this massive amplifier. The unit is in EXCELLENT functional and cosmetic condition and works flawlessly. This is packed in all of the original packaging/boxes that came from the manufacturer. I do not have any pictures and unpacking this 200lb behemoth is not a trivial task. For serious bidders I will unpack and get some pictures of the amp. Due to the weight, this cannot be sent via UPS, Fedex, USPS so the buyer will have to arrange shipping.

Elevate your home audio experience with the BAT Balanced Audio Technology VK-6200 6 Channel Amp, designed to deliver superior sound quality. This power amplifier boasts 400W of power, 6 inputs and outputs, and is built with top-of-the-line materials. Crafted by Balanced Audio Technology, a renowned brand in the field of power amplifiers, the VK-6200 is a model of precision and quality. With its sleek design and exceptional performance, this amplifier is the perfect addition to any home audio system. This amp has been sparingly used and has been in climate controlled storage for the past couple of years as the new house we moved to does not have the space for this massive amplifier. The unit is in EXCELLENT functional and cosmetic condition and works flawlessly. This is packed in all of the original packaging/boxes that came from the manufacturer. I do not have any pictures and unpacking this 200lb behemoth is not a trivial task. For serious bidders I will unpack and get some pictures of the amp. Due to the weight, this cannot be sent via UPS, Fedex, USPS so the buyer will have to arrange shipping.

Elevate your home audio experience with the BAT Balanced Audio Technology VK-6200 6 Channel Amp, designed to deliver superior sound quality. This power amplifier boasts 400W of power, 6 inputs and outputs, and is built with top-of-the-line materials. Crafted by Balanced Audio Technology, a renowned brand in the field of power amplifiers, the VK-6200 is a model of precision and quality. With its sleek design and exceptional performance, this amplifier is the perfect addition to any home audio system. This amp has been sparingly used and has been in climate controlled storage for the past couple of years as the new house we moved to does not have the space for this massive amplifier. The unit is in EXCELLENT functional and cosmetic condition and works flawlessly. This is packed in all of the original packaging/boxes that came from the manufacturer. I do not have any pictures and unpacking this 200lb behemoth is not a trivial task. For serious bidders I will unpack and get some pictures of the amp. Due to the weight, this cannot be sent via UPS, Fedex, USPS so the buyer will have to arrange shipping.

Elevate your home audio experience with the BAT Balanced Audio Technology VK-6200 6 Channel Amp, designed to deliver superior sound quality. This power amplifier boasts 400W of power, 6 inputs and outputs, and is built with top-of-the-line materials. Crafted by Balanced Audio Technology, a renowned brand in the field of power amplifiers, the VK-6200 is a model of precision and quality. With its sleek design and exceptional performance, this amplifier is the perfect addition to any home audio system. This amp has been sparingly used and has been in climate controlled storage for the past couple of years as the new house we moved to does not have the space for this massive amplifier. The unit is in EXCELLENT functional and cosmetic condition and works flawlessly. This is packed in all of the original packaging/boxes that came from the manufacturer. I do not have any pictures and unpacking this 200lb behemoth is not a trivial task. For serious bidders I will unpack and get some pictures of the amp. Due to the weight, this cannot be sent via UPS, Fedex, USPS so the buyer will have to arrange shipping.

I have a gently used BAT Balanced Audio Technology VK-6200 6 Channel Amplifier. This has been in climate controlled storage for the past couple of years as the new house we moved to does not have the space for this massive amplifier. The unit is in EXCELLENT functional and cosmetic condition and works flawlessly. This is packed in all of the original packaging/boxes that came from the manufacturer. I do not have any pictures and unpacking this 200lb behemoth is not a trivial task. For serious bidders I will unpack and get some pictures of the amp. Due to the weight, this cannot be sent via UPS, Fedex, USPS so the buyer will have to arrange shipping.

For your consideration, is this exceptionally clean and brilliant sounding tube preamplifier from Balanced Audio Technology. It’s true that this is an older design from the company, but that doesn’t take anything away from the sonic merits it exhibits which, in my opinion, are highly relevant even in today’s listening environment. To give you an idea of what I’m talking about, I will state that the only reason why I am selling this unit is because I have just finished shooting it out against a VK-51SE (a much higher end model offered by the same company). I have even included a picture of the two units together to corroborate the story. So, while this newer more expensive unit does offer some improvements with soundstage, background and image separation, I have to tell you that the overall differences are not tremendously substantial. This VK3i offers such an incredible value at the price point on the used market today that I would absolutely and totally recommend it to anybody looking for balanced tube pre-amplification. If you do a little bit of research on some of the audiophile forums out there, you will find a lot of people corroborating these claims. Again, there are gains to be made going up the food chain in BAT’s product line, but if you can’t afford to play that game, you are really not going to be missing out on what I would call a “world class” listening experience with the VK3i. So there’s my sales pitch, take it for what it’s worth. I’ve tried a lot of gear… I am by no means an expert, but I’ve spent a lot of time listening to products in the “value class” and the VK3i is an impressive offering to say the least. This particular unit is about as close to mint condition as I can describe. I have rated it a nine due to age, but cosmetically it is quite impressive. The unit functions perfectly. It has a brand new set of Tung Sol 6V6 tubes and a brand new matched quartet of Svetlana 6922s. I don’t think there’s any more than 100 hours on these tubes I have the original owners manual, as well as the original torq case screws. These were swapped out for Phillips units so that one could tube roll a little bit easier. If you have been looking for a superb example of this unit to add to your collection, or to be the cornerstones of your system, I urge you to look no further. This unit did not come with a remote control from the factory. Several months ago, I called the BAT service dept. and asked about getting a remote control working with the preamp. They advised that they no longer sell the chip that you need, but it was easily acquired on Mouser. I bought two of these chips, but never got around to installing either one. Apparently, once the chip is installed, you need to program a generic remote, which I didn’t feel like doing. So, there is no remote, but I will ship the chips to you, so that if you have the desire, you can program a generic remote control. I have pictured the chips. I will make sure that this is absolutely professionally packed and double boxed. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. Thank you for looking!

This Balanced Audio Technology tube pre-amplifier is the perfect addition to any audio setup. With XLR audio inputs and outputs, this 2-channel VK-51SE model delivers the highest quality sound. Whether you're looking to upgrade your home audio system or add some power to your studio setup, this unit is a great choice. All tubes were replaced by HiFi Sound in Minneapolis when I bought it in October 2021. Since then, it has been used for maybe 1,500 hours. So the tubes are in great shape. Comes in original packaging.