Balanced Audio Techn. VK-42-SE Brochure

VK-42SE

Balanced Preamplifier

Balanced Audio Technology is pleased to introduce the VK-42SE as a new reference in solid­state preamplifiers. The VK-42SE incorporates the same groundbreaking technology that first
made its debut in Balanced Audio Technology’s widely acclaimed VK-51SE tube preamplifier.
The revised circuit topology of the VK-42SE incorporates proprietary oil capacitors in an
all-new power supply SUPER-PAK to improve the transparency and top-to-bottom coherence
of this class-leading preamplifier. This new SUPER-PAK augments a fully balanced
all-MOSFET circuit design that uses a C-multiplier based power supply combined with Vishay
resistors in critical signal path locations. In addition to numerous circuit revisions,
the BAT VK-42SE incorporates SIX-PAK capacitor modules in the output stage to
substantially improve the low-end authority over that of the already impressive VK-40
preamplifier. The fully programmable user interface remains very easy to use and is still
considered one of the finest in the industry. Finally, Balanced Audio Technology’s latest
industrial design, available in either silver/black or all black as shown, completes this
exemplary preamplifier.

Visit your BAT audio specialist for an audition. All you need to do is listen!

Specifications

Inputs: 3 XLR’s + 2 RCA’s
Outputs: Main: 2 XLR’s
Tape Out 1 RCA
Maximum Gain: 20dB
Global Feedback: None
Volume Control Resolution: .5dB
Volume Control Number of Steps: 140
Frequency Response: 2 Hz to 200 kHz
Input Impedance (minimum:) 100kOhm each phase
Output Impedance 200 Ohm each phase
Noise (unweighted): -96 dB
Distortion at 2V output: .01%
Maximum Output Signal: 20V
Absolute Polarity: Switchable
Power Consumption: 80VA
Dimensions 19” x 5.75” x 15.5”
Weight 40lb

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