I went through a lot of processors (classe ssp20, theta casanova, cal ssp2500, krell hts7.1) over the last 15 years and I'm really impressed by the clarity, transparency and dac section of Krell. However, since the departure of Dan Agostino, Krell reliability has gone down big time. Having said that, if you dont own any Krell gears, go with Classe.