MC402 vs FPB 300cx


Anyone have any insight here...These are two amps I am considering going for, but have a little concern leaving Krell. I have read alot on both, most of the information on the FPB I am familiar, and I am familiar with the Krell sound. The Mc402 however seems to get some commentary in the Bass area, lackthereof. I love the bass slam of my Krell, and I love the detail of it. Is MAC way off in terms of sound signature? Does the 402 give slam, or does it roll?

Thanks for any insight anyone has.
jc51373
This amp is getting easier and easier to listen to...I underestimated how unbroken in it really was. It was only used for rear channels and only used twice...Maybe it actually wasn't an exaggeration. More and more I listen, more and more I get easier, sibilance fades.

Either way, I am getting 803D's within the next month or two..I freakin love em, and they are perfect for my set up.
Audphile...I think I am going to tackle that as a last step. I have always done things out of order and it seems to make things more difficult. What do you think about Kimber Select with this mix? Smooth and detailed.
haven't heard these cables. I think if you're getting the 803Ds then wait with cables. What will work now with your current speakers may not be what you want with the 803Ds. So if you are going for the 803Ds, change the cables then. IMO
Cool thanks for all the help...the fact you have played with all this stuff and have experience has been a tremendous help to me. And you are spot-on with all your comments. thank you!

I sold my 804Ns today, so they are on their way out, and I am going to save on the side for the 803Ds instead of using plastic-you get a better deal with cash anyway. Should have the remaining amount in about a month! Not bad right? Please, tell me it's not bad, cause I feel like I am going to go certifiably crazy without my music. Will definately be a withdrawal period.

PS-listened to the Aerial 9s today. Very nice speaker, nothing like a B&W. Very neutral, very unexciting looking and sounding-which is not necessarily a bad thing t be neutral. They did sound very nice though, but something about B&W has me hook line and sinker-no matter what I listen to. Also, I was all but done with this dealer when they told me a 803D has the same sound as an 802D, except less bass. They sound very different to me, and most others agree. They said they didn't even feel it was necessary to show the 803D. I almost laughed out loud, and I bet B&W would love to hear that. : )