BAT
VK-80
Introduced 2021$9,995 MSRP
Fully balanced all-tube line stage using Balanced Audio Technology's single-stage Unistage circuit with no feedback and a high-current output. Features BAT's shielded vishay-based volume attenuator and unified casework shared with the VK-80i.
MSRP
$9,995
Used market · Excellent
$6,500
-35% vs MSRP
as of Aug 15, 2026MSRP to used market
From $9,995 at launch to $6,500 today.
Specifications
- Type
- tube preamp (line stage)
- Inputs
- 5 balanced XLR
- Gain
- 17 dB
- Outputs
- 2 pairs balanced XLR
- Topology
- fully balanced, zero-feedback all-tube Unistage circuit
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