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Krell amps with Magneplanar speakers

Has anyone any experience using Krell amps with Magneplanar speakers? I have the 3.6r speakers and have thought about buying a 200/300 fpbc amp. Would the combo produce a bright sound (since the speaker has a very revealing, extended high end)? Would the low end be balanced, i.e. not too bassy? Your comments are much appreciated.
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tireguy
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For much less money I would rather use a BAT VK-500, I know more then one person who love the sound of BAT ss with planer/electrostat type speakers. Not many people here consider Krell to be "on the level" of other high end gear, coincidentally the other gear tends to be much cheaper. If you really feel like spending that kind of $ on an SS amp I would also consider trying the BAT VK-1000 mono's, Jeff Rowland Design Group model 8, Cello Duet I am sure others will give you more recomendations. Just so we know what are you using now?
Cheers,
Tim
tireguy
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I agree that tubes sound a lot better with his speakers but I was trying to compare apples to apples(well sort of any how). I use a BAT tube amp and am enamored with its sound. I have yet to hear a Krell set up that sounds good, to me any way, I know many feel the same way, but this is not a Krell vs. the world thread(again). All I am trying to say is do yourself a favor and check out some other stuff. Best wishes,
Tim
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