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Best amp to power Krell LAT 1000s? Krell Evo One, 575, Momentum, ASR Emitter II, MSB 203?

I have a pair of Krell LAT 1000's along with the Krell MRS and am looking for the perfect amp to drive them mains.  Have not been able to personally evaluate whether the Evolution One's construction is so matched to the LAT 1000's that they would be better than the new Krell 575's, Dan's new line (Momentum 300s) or perhaps the ARS Emitter II Exclusive (Blue) or the MSB M203's?  This is my condensed list of choices, though I'm enjoying the selection process and won't rule out new contenders.  Any input is appreciated.  My taste in music is wide ranging, from classical, to jam rock, to country, excluding only "death metal."  I'll probably be building out a new room for this setup at some point too.
theoriginalsmith

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theoriginalsmith OP
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Got it.  Thanks, George!  I know the Momentum 300, the Evolution One, and MSB can double down to 2 ohms, and the ASR pushes all the way down to 1 ohm.  I believe the Krell Solo 575 goes down to 2 ohm as well.

Best, Justin
theoriginalsmith OP
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Hi George, hope this thread isn't too old for a follow up.  I took your advice, revised my searches, and pulled the specs on a few more amp choices to power the LAT-1000's: Dan's Momentum M400 monoblocks, or Burmester's 909 Mk5 (can only source one at the moment, but ultimately would get a second).  Didn't know if you'd heard either of them by chance.  Been saving my money since our last exchange, and have a little more room in the budget.  :)
theoriginalsmith OP
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I ended up with the Burmester 909 MK5... It's entirely awesome - fast, detailed, refined throughout.  And just the one unit, wired stereo, will blow you out of the room (with the two Krell MRSs).  Still wonder about the M400s though.
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