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"The Krell has power and dynamics. Unfortunately, it lacks tone and is unable to make anything resembling music."
I'm guessing that you've never actually heard the Krell 400xi that is being discussed here. While I think your description of Krells is harsh and inflamatory, I do agree that the typical "Krell sound" is not everyone's cup of tea and certainly isn't mine. However, the 400xi didn't inherit that sound. I auditioned it as I too am in the market for an excellent integrated amp, and was taken back by it's transparency and lack of the Krell 'house' sound. To my ears, it wasn't the best match with my speakers but it was excellent with another speaker brand demo'd.
"The Krell has power and dynamics. Unfortunately, it lacks tone and is unable to make anything resembling music."
I'm guessing that you've never actually heard the Krell 400xi that is being discussed here. While I think your description of Krells is harsh and inflamatory, I do agree that the typical "Krell sound" is not everyone's cup of tea and certainly isn't mine. However, the 400xi didn't inherit that sound. I auditioned it as I too am in the market for an excellent integrated amp, and was taken back by it's transparency and lack of the Krell 'house' sound. To my ears, it wasn't the best match with my speakers but it was excellent with another speaker brand demo'd.