Krell or Mark Levinson with Revel Ultima2's???


OK,

I know the ML amps and Revel speakers make a solid match, but given the recent changes in ML, I have some issues with buying their amps right now. I would also like a SLIGHTLY more forward presentation than the ML/Revel combo does, though I could easily live with it and be quite happy.

I am considering either 5 ML 436's or Krell Evo 403/402 to power Revel Ultima2 Salons front Studio surrounds and Voice center. Pre/pro is a Meridian 861v4 and several sources exist including Esoteric DV-50s, Meridian G98DH, Toshiba HD XA2, Samsung BDP-1200.... you get the main idea. Cables are Transparent reference for the front so far and likely will be reference for the surrounds when all is said and done.

I can't find any one nearby who sells Krell, Levinson and Revel to compare them so am seeking anyone with experience of these combo's to chime in with your thought and opinions.

All help is appreciated!

Ken
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Thanks for all the input guys. I am obviously trying to get some first hand experience with the combo, that might take some driving but that is OK. Part of the fun of this hobby actually!

KT
Hello,
I am a Levinson dealer and I can say that the speakers will not sound better with any other solid state products. They are a perfect match as one would expect. I am glad to help in any way.
Jim,

You know me well enough to know I have no problems buying things!!! I just am so damn on the fence on this one it's killing me!!

Ken
I've also heard good thing about krell and sim audio matched with upper end dnyaudio and revels. Not to make anything more confusing but I can second what Sanibelteve mentioned about the levinson/dynaudio's together. Absolutely outstanding combo and is the reason why i started to love this hobby.