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Krell or Anthem ???


Matter of fact, I really like my present amplify 180wpc Anthem A5. It's very liable, I use it mainly for both HT and 2-ch with no problem what so ever. But the bug is scratching my butt. Since I love 2-ch so much, I want more power for the TWO front speakers. An audio buddy of mine (very experienced gent) highly suggested NOT getting the top line 325wpc Anthem P5. “Go for a USED Krell”, he said.

I have collected and read many articles but I need inputs from the "real world" people, ones that already have had/used Krells. This thread is very specific but still, my apology is out if it's double posted.

1/ Please point out ALL differences between these two old Krell KAV-2250 and KSA-250? I'd like to know evthing about them, literally. (thanks, I already have specs from Krellonline.com)

2/ Can both of these Krells out-perform my 180wpc Anthem A5 in dynamic and sound quality?

3/ Can they also top out the flagship Anthem 325wpc model P5?
Fact: In paper, the P5 has much "beautiful" chart and numbers than the Krell's.

4/ Is it true that the 2-ch Krell KAV-2250 will have more effort/juice to push than its sister 3-ch KAV-3250 even both have same power output?

PM is welcome,

Greatly appreciated.
128x128nasaman
audiofeil
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You did not list specific models only manufacturers. Once again, you are dancing around the question and not supporting your contention. I believe your statement is nothing more than hyperbole and bluster. Your posting history is replete with the same behavior.

Please list all specific components and the associated equipment you actually HEARD that was "stomped and blown away". Everything you've posted is BS and you know it.

As for me, I cannot make a recommendation as the OP asked about Anthem and Krell only. I've not heard either of the Anthem amps so no opinion is offered.

I will not recommend Krell under any circumstances.
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dave_b
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CJ only makes the CA200, the Moon I-7 of course and the Ayre 7xe and the MF A5.5 (the KW stuff is darn good however, I must say). For $2500 ($2100 discounted), the Krell is hard to beat:) It is extended, focused, open and holographic. Oh, I have an Anthem multichannel amp which is pretty good but bettered by the B&K stuff in it's class.
audiofeil
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That's hardly representative of the better integrateds under $10K.

You're still blowing smoke and dancing around the 11/28/08 "Stomps the 400xi and blows away most of the competition under 10K" remark. You haven't addressed any of the serious competitors.

It's a wise man that puts down the shovel when he's dug too deep of a hole.

I suggest you climb out and walk away quietly.
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dave_b
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As I said before, I'm not interested in having a Father/Son dysfunctional relationship with you Audiofeil. Just let us know what to buy and save us alot of time:) Obviously I have failed to live up to your requirements as an obsessively correct standards and practices liason. Why can't we all be perfect and all knowing like you:(
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dave_b
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I have decided to stay away from contentious posts going forward. It brings everyone down in the end. Happy New Year to all:)
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