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Kreall amp and tube pre

It's been awhile now and I need some input. Can I just plug and play a tube pre into a fpb 200 or later generation amp ? I think several yrs ago I saw a post that said you needed to do something to the amp. Am i right ? Is their latest generation of amps tube friendly ? The reason i'm asking is I have an all tube system but would like a SS amp for 2 channel home theater. Thanks.
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dlcockrum
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I would contact Krell before plugging the tube preamp up to the amp. They are very responsive. Better safe than sorry.
roypan
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A great way to destroy your speakers. I would not do that.
rwwear
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I have spoken to Krell about the subject. The speakers won't be damaged, Krell has extensive protection on the outputs. The amp will go into protect if it senses DC. But it would be best to be cautious. Put a meter on the outputs of the preamp and check for DC. If you feel that something could go wrong, switch the resistors into the circuit.
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audiogabby OP
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Thanks. This is good to know. Last, which is the best sounding Krell amp on their entry level price the FPB 200 or a later encarnation ?
rwwear
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I don't really know the best sounding entry level Krell amp. Krell no longer makes a low powered amp like the 200. Do you already own the 200?
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