Which Solid State amp 2k used? Krell?


I'm considering changing my amplifier and for some reason I can't quite put my finger on, Krell appeals to me. Here's the set up: Oracle DelphiIV/SME345/Grado Reference on a marble slab, Lehmann Black Cube phono section, BAT VK30 preamp, YBA CD Integre on a Bright Star base, Magnum Dynalab on a Bright Star Base, Classe DR-8 amp on a 1" thick marine grade plywood base, Martin Logan Quest Z's. IEC power cords are Synergistic Research Master Couplers for preamp, Lehmann Cube, and amplifier. YBA CDP has the high-end YBA cord, speakers are MIT Z-Cord II's, tuner has it's own cheesy captive cord. IC's are a mix of custom cables from Classe, YBA, and Audioquest. Speaker wires were built by Classe for me many many years ago, eight 8' runs. I had two DR8's and sold one, so I'm running a single stereo amp in bi-wired mode. I listen to a wide range of rock music, with a little classical and blues thrown in every now and then. The sound just isn't full or authoritative enough; everything I've heard about Krell amplifiers are they fill the bottom end out and provide plenty of muscle. Any and all opinions for a good amplifier to match up with my system is much appreciated. Thanks, Jeff
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This maybe inappropriate but try the Aragon 8008bb. It provides very low and tight bass for my hungry Aerial 10t.
Martin Logans love to be Bi-amped. The Krell is probably a good choice for the bottom end. I don't really care for the Krell I have heard on the panels of Martin Logans. I'm speaking of older Krell models--not the FPB series. The older Krell's were a little harsh on the panels. I'm using a pair of KMA 160's on the bottom end of Martin Logan Monoliths, and I do think the Krell is a good choice for bass. I would have thought the two DR-8s would have sounded very good. Keep in mind--Martin Logan's are not the greatest rock speakers. I doubt any amplifier is going to give you the authoritative sound you are looking for--for that nothing really beats a dynamic or horn speaker.
Jeff! You might want to consider (in this price range) the Odyssey Stratos Monoblocks. I have a pair and they are very musical and revealing, they never run out of oomph! My music has never sounded better since I replaced my Audio Research amp. Check them out at odysseyaudio.com or call (317)299-5578 and talk with Klaus. This way you could get brand new amps that carry a 20yr warranty, and are built like battleships, and are the high-end bargain of the century.