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"Krell" is a buzzword

When I look at how the posts involving Krell deteriorate to the point of civil(actually not so civil) war, I have to say that "Krell" has become a buzzword. It seems as if you just have to mention the name, and the mobilization begins. Sooner or later the insults sink to the level that make the thread completely unrecognizable from the original question. I am more neutral than not on Krell(probably not many of us around). Used to dream about them in my bigger is better solid state days, but have since moved in other directions. Now I am a definite tubeophile, and don't even think about Krell. But, I don't say you cannot build a great system around their products. Just have to apply the right surrounding components. But don't you have to do that with many brands of amp? So, do you agree that Krell has become a buzzword, and why?
trelja
garfish
1,840 posts
 
This thread may be like feeding sharks, but Trelja is right. What other brand name invokes this kind of spirited debate? (well, except Bose). And why? What's unique about Krell? It seems to me that's worth talking about. No? Why doesn't ARC, Classe', Levinson, SF, CJ, Jadis, Bryston etc. etc. etc. draw this kind of fire? Craig
perfectimage
406 posts
 
Khokugo I have Sonus Faber Extremas and use two Classe Audio 400's. The classe is a great match. Try it. You wont be dissapointed.
khokugo
122 posts
 
Perfectimage, thanks for your reply. I was wondering whether no one would care. Anyway, looks great, but a bit out of my league. Anything around $3000? Integrated is fine with me, too. Signum costs one quater of Guarneri. I am looking for something in the league. I appreciate your kindness. Ken
perfectimage
406 posts
 
I bought a used Classe Audio Ca 400 from here for just under $3000.00. I used it as a two channel for a while. I liked it so much that I saved up for a couple of years and bought another one. They can be run in two channel or can be bridged. It is a great match for Sonus Faber with tones of power. Its very open, smooth, and images unbeleavably well just like Sonus Faber. It is also the most transparent amp I have ever heard. Good luck in the search!!
trelja OP
3,226 posts
 
Garfish, I thank you profoundly for your kind words and compliments. Actually, it is you who serves as a great role model on what we members can aspire to be. Your posts have always garnered the respect and admiration(from many people) that your intelligence and personality bring to this site. You have read me right. Why is it Krell? That's the point of this thread Twhitsel. My goal is that through this thread we can come to understand why it is that Krell has become THE high end manufacturer that is capable of such venomous debate. The history of Mark Levinson(the company) products has followed a parallel path to Krell. Nobody jumps on Levinson owners(although they usually don't go around saying they are the sole bearers of audio wisdom). And what of the products that are REALLY different? You don't see people attacking SET amplifiers, and they are much farther away from what has been the standard than Krell. Why not attack Bob Carver? His Lightstar/Sunfire products certainly follow a more different pathway than Krell. What about Triangle? Their speakers break as many of the "rules" as any mass-fi product. While I like with some designs, and don't care for others, I don't lose my cool when someone mentions a name. Who cares? If someone uses a product other than what I like, my only hope is that they enjoy it.
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