Hello... I also have 1.6's and do use a Krell 300i with them on occasion, but lately have been using a Mesa Baron (large tube amp)with the 1.6's. If you go with the Krell, it can sound strident with a "lesser" CD player or DAC. I agree with Rgd spend more on the front end. I use mainly a Cal Labs CL-20 CD-DVD which matches with the Krell/Magnepan very well. Not sure if you are familiar with the Magnepan Users Group (MUG). For all things Magnepan check out: http://www.sonic.net/~howl/MUG/ Feel free to contact direct for further Krell/Maggie thoughts.
