Krell S-150M Mono Blocks

Have had Krell in the past but have not heard these units. I'm writing to say that Music Direct will let you try these for 30 days and if I were in the market....

Thanks Cio52.

Steve Stone (TAS) loved them, but they are the "baby" krells and I wonder about power handling/capabilities

In a recent review in HIFICRITIC Martin Colloms found that the Krell S300i integrated had a very robust power output and considerably outdistanced some of their older large amps. These SHOULD be even better but in audio very little is certain.

One of the things I believe Krell always does is under-rate the watts and if you look at the high current capabilities (doubling of watts from 8 to 4 ohms) I don't think clipping or speaker matching will be a problem. I did look at the Music Direct website and these units are on back order. Not surprising with a great TAS approval.

I've switched my sights on the Krell S-150 Mono amp to the Krell S-275 Stereo amp here If anyone has any experience with this amp, I would appreciate some input.

I'm using a Class D amp currently (PS Audio GCC-250) and I plan on returning to A/B operation. Since my budget is $5,500 and I want as much power as I can afford, this Krell has peaked my interest. According to Steve Stone (TAS) the S-150 has extremely good highs and mid-range, as well as the renowned Krell bass control. The S-275 is based on identical circuitry…

Since I’m driving Krell speakers (Resolution IIs), I assume that Krell amps will be a good match. I’m certainly open to other SS amp choices, but I am interested in hearing about this particular amp. I would also invite opinions, or comparisons, about similarly priced SS amps (based on firsthand experience of course).

Merry Christmas to everyone.

Big holiday cheers…!

_Ben