Krell KAV-250a: good? vs. Bryston 4B ST at price?


How is the Krell KAV-250a? In terms of weight, size, and price it seems like "Krell Lite". How would you compare it to the other Krel amps? How is it at it's price point? Recently discontinued, they can be had new for about $2000. Is it worth it? Or for around the same money are you better off with a Bryston 4B ST (which has similar power ratings)? What else around that price and comparable output levels would be better? These would drive a pair of Mirage M-3si speakers, and be feed by a Sonic Frontiers preamp.
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Check the warranty on the Krell KAV. I've seen Krell dealers state in their recent KAV ads that the "5 year transferrable Krell KAV Series Warranty" was eliminated in January of 2001, unless you buy from an authorized dealer. The rumor here in Phoenix is this happened because of so many internet sales..
The Bryston has a 20 year warranty, and they sell based on their reputation, I'd go with the 4BST.
I've heard the KAV 250a, it sounds good too, but the warranty question is very important to me, 20 years makes the Bryston much easier to sell, now & later.

Daniel