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VK-42SE

Name: Balanced Audio Technology VK-42SE
Brand: Balanced Audio Technology

Balanced Audio Technology

VK Series Series

AmplifiersPre-AmplifiersPhono Pre-AmpsDiscontinued

Estimated price (community-sourced)

$5,200

About the VK-42SE

The Balanced Audio Technology VK-42SE is a solid-state, fully balanced stereo line-level preamplifier using BAT's Unistage all-MOSFET circuit with dual-mono, zero-global-feedback topology and a C-multiplier-based power supply. It delivers approximately 20dB of gain, a maximum output of 20V, and a noise floor around -96dB unweighted. The VK-42SE is a line-stage-only preamp; phono capability requires a separate BAT phono stage. It is discontinued and known for its powerful, dynamic presentation with exceptional bass control and texture.

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