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BAT vk-p3 phono install

Im considering buying used a vk-p3 phono plug in for my vk-3ix preamp. I called BAT but they want $350 plus shipping. It's suppose to be a plug and play. Has anyone done this themselves or have the instructions? I'd like to do this myself but I'd like to know how hard it is. BAT says they don't ship them to customers anymore because too many messed it up even though its suppose to be fairly easy DIY.
last_lemming
oldears
208 posts
 
I did this on a VK-30. the tricky part is cutting or removing some "0 ohm resitors". I had to buy my board through a dealer within the state, who determined I was capable to do install it myself. Maybe you could get a local dealer to do the install. It should be less than a half hour.
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jmcgrogan2
6,346 posts
 
WOW! I wish my income was going up at that rate. A couple of years ago that VK-P3 card was $500. Maybe you could place a wanted ad out there. I'm sure there are BAT preamp or integrated amp users out there who may have the VK-P3 and are not using it (digital only). You may be able to pick one up for $200-$300 and install it yourself.
slanski62
42 posts
 
If you can install a video or sound card in a PC, then you can install the VK-3P. But if you're talking $1100, then there are many better choices of a phono stage.
last_lemming OP
407 posts
 
Oldears - I don't have any hifi dealers where I leave. So I cant go to them unfortunately.

And if I cant find "directions" on how do it, I cant even go to a local electroic repair store.
zd542
5,339 posts
 
If you don't have a local dealer I suggest you call The Cable Company. They sell BAT and have a really good loaner program. You should have no problem getting them to send you the phono pre for an in home demo. Their very good people to do business with.
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