what to buy? so confused.

My dealer also recommended the new Denon AVP-A1HDCI and POA-A1HDCI. Not sure why he would recommend Denon over krell and Classe, maybe less expensive, but I cant see how denon can compare to classe and krell. seems like comparing a chevy with a ferrari. Am I missing something? has Denon done something spectacular to compare with these music giants. I have decided that I may purchase the classe ssp800 for my processor. and the Krell 350mc mono for my fronts with the classe 5 channel to finish things off. but now I can buy both denon amps for 10,000. much less money but am I sacrificing my 2 channel and theater? anyone heard about these denon amps?

Sounds like you need to slow down and do more listening. You can get recommendations for amps / pre-amps / sources / cables / etc. all day long, but we still don't know what you're trying to fix, so the recommendations may not be all that helpful. The only thing we probably are sure of is that you seem to want to throw money blindly at your system.

I agree with Nreenter; please let us know what you are trying to fix above. I do not know anything about the Denon equipment you reference above. Have you listened to Krell in both CAST and non-CAST configurations? Do you like/know the sound? FWIW, I would not suggest the Krell mono's mixing in with the Classe 5-channel and the SSP800. If you like Krell sound, I'd suggest listening to an all Krell system (both Evolution and previous generation) and be sure you hear it in CAST as well as non-CAST modes so you'll know what it sounds like in a homogeneous as well as heterogeneous system.

Having owned an SSP600 and been VERY happy with it, I'd say you are on a great track with either an SSP600 or its successor the SSP800 and that you should listen to an all-Classe system with your B&W speakers. Specifically, if you want to have mono-blocks on your front L/R channels, I'd recommend the Classe CAM-400 mono-blocks with the 5-channel Classe amp to complete the system. Try listening to that first before mixing in things from other manufacturers.

I'd also suggest widening your search to include other manufacturers so you make an informed decision...again, all offered 'for what it is worth...'. Best of Luck!

I agree, I don't wanna mix my components. Im not sure if it makes sense to buy a classe 3 channel when I can buy the 5 channel for $1,000 more. The denon reviews look impressive however, if something were to need repair you lose your entire system. I would prefer to keep the front 3 at the same wattage, as far as the rear, 100w should be plenty. they dont do that much anyway. I could buy the classe 400 mono for the fronts for 2 channel listening. later buy the 5 ch. 200 watts to complete my 7.1 system. I may run sound to 2 diff. sources. the ssp800 has 2 zones, the Denon piece has 3. I feel like I have ferrari speakers with chevy amps. ie. denon. if I classe, then I believe I would complement the system properly. I like my dedicated 2ch cd listening however, when im watching a movie, I wanna be in the movie. I have the speakers and sub, now I need the correct amp setup. its between the classe seperates and the new denon seperates. check these out and let me know what your opinions are. AVP-A1HDCI and POA-A1HDCI. I can purchase both these for $10,000 and be done. buying the classe would cost more, is it worth it? I guess I need to audion the denon with the 802's and determine which sounds best. the classe ssp800 is comparable with denon's AVP-A1HDCI, the denon would be $1500less. is it worth it to purchase the classe or am I wasting money just for the name? I watch 80% blu ray and dvd movies. 5.1 and the rest 2 channel. I hope this helps some.

Make sure you fine tune what you have before spending another dollar.