I was in your same position, I have aerial 8B's, after auditioning the lex mc 12 and the krell 7.1, I bought the krell, musicly it was not even close, good luck
EAD Signature,New Krell 7.1 or tube preamp
I have Sim audio Titan,EAD Encore,Ariel 10Ts,center and surrounds. I looking for more clarity,and soundstage. should I go with another pre/pro or tube preamp like a bat or cat ultimate and run a passthrough and keep the Encore. I would appreciate your help on this. Thanks