Bat with non balanced pramps?

This would be a no brainer. You need a BAT preamp.
I've got two systems, BAT VK3i pre in one and a VK50SE in the other. Formerly an Audio Research fan, and recently demo'd an LS16 as a possible replacement for the VK3i, however there was no comparison in my situation. I find even the lower-end BAT gear to be a great value compared to the offerings of others. Some need flashy chrome and stuff, for me the industrial look works well, and the sound is right.

beemer

Beemer-Your telling me BAT's gear isn't fashionable???? I must sell, I can't have industrial looking gear!!! lol

~Tim

My BAT VK30 doesn't look too offensive to me, neither does my BAT VK500 amp. Rather handsome IMHO. I absolutely love BAT products. Now, why do they use those f%#&#%g hex screws? What a pain in the neck to remove 'em when you wanna roll your tubes. Two of 'em just wouldn't come out and the heads stripped ridiculously easily. Shouldn't have to use pliers to remove screws. And, if you insist on using them, then countersink 'em so they at least look professional. I'm gonna go kick something hard.