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Any thoughts on Krell

Just wondering if anyone out there is getting frustrated with Krells continued changing of product lines and designs. I have been a very loyal Krell user, but I am feeling that Krell has changed their business philosophy. I have coughed up a ton of dough on KPS25SC, KAS's, FPB's, and the AVS which turned out to be non upgradable. each time I settle in to these large investments, Krell changes the look and the entire line. The value of the "last version" drops like a rock for all of us users. Unlike a brand like McIntosh that has a philosphy of at least leaving the appearance the same. Perhaps I am bit sensitive on this topic. Any thoughts?
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oneobgyn
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"I'm a big fan of their class A audio amps, but, don't think their integrateds and home theatre gear are worthy of the name. Seems a bit misleading to me. Go figure."

That is because Dan D'Agostino has always been associated with power amps first and foremost and only HT as a second thought. As far as speakers, i won't even comment. Sometimes sticking with what one does best is the key to success.
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mount_rose_music
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Oneobgyn, I loved the KRC-HR too... still have it around somewhere... hmmm..oughta try it with the MBL101s just for fun. I'm really depressed that the SE upgrade on the Meitner is really good, the way my system is now,after a preamp upgrade, I probably am going to have to do that. Still don't you think almost fifty percent of the cost of new for what I understand are new algorithms seems a bit much as you pay the factory direct and I apparently can't upgrade the drive at the same time. I know that the other things I tried against it (Esoteric, Ayre CD-5x, Wadia 861) weren't really close in my system.
bbmarantz
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I wish I had my Krell 300i back. This 400xi sounds to sweet. They took out the deep rich ooomph.
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serraniruben
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Hi Oneobgyn,
Here is an extract that you said,
I have also owned literally every bit of Krell gear over the years until I went all tube. My favorites were their KPS 25SC, KRC-HR and their Reference 64 DAC and MD-10 transport. I used these with their 750 Mcx monos and the sound was at the height of the game. Had I not wanted to go all tubes I would still be right there with that gear.
Which combo is the more extended, natural, ie better KPS25 OR KRC-HR Reference64- md10?
Currently have a Krell KPS20i/L
Thanks!
Ruben
nglazer
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I have an FPB 300cx for more than 4 years and don't think about "upgrading" or changing it just because Krell has come out with a new (much more expensive) line. I think Krell is one of the lesser sinners in the upgrade brothel, with the FPB series having been around for 6-7 years and built to last and perform well for at least 20 years. Krell is positively saintly compared to ARC or now CJ with its top pre's.

Neal
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