Krell primer?

i have the fpb600c and have since new around 2003. it has always functioned perfectly and really sounds better now than ever. rayoo's description is pretty dead on. fast, clear, powerful, dynamic and did i mention the bass? you will never want for more bass impact...ever. kick drums feel like body blows. i like em. i will say equipment matching is important with krell as cables are. i sort of tame mine with cable choice.

i do not find the heat to be excessive but they will significantly raise your power bill. seriously.

it should be mentioned that they are very large and very heavy. the build is outstanding all be it somewhat over built. i store canned food in mine in case of nuclear attack, i plan to pop off the top and drag me an my dog in for shelter. i do feel bad for my wife but really not enough room...

for cables i use older mit comparable to the oracle line today. speaker cables are mit mh850 and interconnects are mit 350 proline reference. both can be had for pennies on the used market compared to their original value (and performance). i find these cables add a more natural flavor and tame some of the big krell's aggressiveness. i am actually in search of a preamp so i do not have any input on that match. i have been using my theta processor which has been adequate but not the best overall preamp mate.