Balanced Audio Technology VK-80t Power Amplifier

A 60 Wpc 6C33C-B triode with 2 x 6922 and 2 x 6H30 small-signal tubes. Use in stereo mode or as a 120 Wpc monoblock pair

The incredible sound of triode tubes with the ease of use of solid-state. Nothing sounds like a triode tube amplifier, especially one loaded with a quartet of the famous 6C33C-B output tubes. Designed in a push-pull configuration, the VK-80t delivers 60 watts per channel in stereo or 120 watts when converted into a monoblock. 

In addition, the fuse-less protection circuit in VK-80t is combined with a world-class automatic-bias circuit that eliminates the constant need to set and readjust the proper bias of the output tubes.  No tubes to bias. No fuses to replace. It doesn’t get any easier! 

The Legendary 6C33 Triode

The powerhouse 6C33-CB output tubes were first used in a MiG-25 fighter jets where it regulated the power supply of the primary radio. The tube was made to be incredibly rugged to withstand an EMP attack and forces of several G's. 

BAT has expertly applied the 6C33 in tube amplifiers for over 20 years. When used with its custom-made output transformers the sound this amp makes will surprise you. This isn’t your grandfather’s tube amp! 

BAT tube amplifiers are fundamentally different from every other tube amp you’ve heard. The VK-80t can drive virtually any loudspeaker and deliver the complete experience from top to bottom. You get the magic and finesse of tubes with the power and dynamics you’ve been searching for. 

Stereo or Mono

BAT’s unique Intelligent Auto-Bias and Fuseless Protection circuit, originally designed for the top-of-the-line REX series, makes the VK-80t as easy to operate as a solid-state amplifier. You never need to get out the multimeter, fuses, or tools. Just turn it on, warm it up, and play. 

The VK-80t supports low-, medium-, and high-impedance loudspeakers to achieve maximum compatibility with any loudspeaker. If you ever feel the need for even more power, the VK-80t can easily be upgraded from a stereo to monoblock amplifier to double the power. 

Fully Balanced Design

All BAT components feature custom made and hand-selected parts that are chosen after hundreds of hours of listening tests. The VK-80t features custom wound output transformers, toroidal power supply, and Mundorf capacitors to achieve its natural sound with a breath of life. 

This newest generation of BAT components use new aluminum chassis for optimum thermal management ensuring long-life performance of the tubes and critical parts. 

Every BAT component is made in the USA by a small, dedicated team of passionate craftsmen and engineers.

Specifications

Power Output @ 4 Ohm and 8 Ohm (Stereo, Mono): 60 W, 120 W

Inputs: 1 x stereo XLR

Outputs: 3 x speaker (for low, med, and high impedance speakers)

Gain: 25 dB

Tube Complement: 2 x 6H30, 2 x 6922, 4 x 6C33C-B

Input Impedance (Stereo, Mono): 215 kOhm, 108 kOhm

Power Consumption (Idle, Full Power): 400 W, 800 W

Dimensions: 17" x 8" x 16"

Weight: 48 lb.