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Krell FPB 300cx vs Jeff Rowland 501's?

I am thinking about making this change. Has anyone compared these two amps? I have B&W 802N speakers which love power.
I have been very pleased with the Krell power and the sound of the cx version of the FPB.
JRDG 501's are rated at more power, are monoblocks, and quite a bit smaller, but are class D. Is this a step up or not?
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FWIW, soundwise, I'm thinking its more a lateral move albeit an energy efficient one with a bit more power.

Might open up dynamics a bit and go a bit louder.

I'd expect the Rowland to be a bit smoother though if the current setup has an edge to it.

I think Krell/B&W is a good match off the cuff though.
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