“Folks, it felt like I needed to buckle up and hang on tight, as this “BAT mobile” sounded far more powerful than a comparable KT88 amp. It went through its gears without changing its sonic character. In fact, it was hard to tell when it redlined. There was no perceptible textural grain or brightness even when it was driven hard.”

“The VK-80i is a remarkably insightful listen, with an enviable talent for delicate detail and butter-smooth soundstaging. ”

“I went from being impressed by the Balanced Audio Technology VK-80i to falling in love over the course of its nearly 2-month Barn residency. With most review gear there’s a getting to know you period, which happened here but it mainly centered around a single question—what the hell took me so long to hear this?”