Sunnyjim, with all due respect, I have to agree with Rrog's initial point. IME, the Krell integrated amps and KAV offerings are not in the same league as their separates. Now if the your not interested in spending the money for Krell separates, I can understand that, but I believe Rrog was trying to offer you the advice not to confuse them even though they carry the same name. OTOH, a Krell integrated just might suit your needs and values.
Best older Krell integrated amp that sounds good?
I have looked at several "USED" integrated amps, and found the Krell KAV 400Xi gets high marks from reviewers. However this unit was first marketed in 2006-2007, which raises the issue with why bother with an older design, that was replaced 3 years later. KAV-400Xi packs a wallop of power at 200RMS. My concern is: will it be equal to or exceed the performance my Red Dragon M-500 digital mono blocks. I am getting tired of all the separate boxes, and want to make the system simple. I have seen a few KAV 400Xi on AG, but the sellers were asking for too much money. Maybe, I am wrong but the "blue book" price on this amp( VG used) is about $1200.
Of course, my other option is to look at some of the newer integrateds on the markets at or under 1500. But i am looking for quality sound without reaching for A PASS, ARC, Rowlands integrated. My system is not in that league.
Of course, my other option is to look at some of the newer integrateds on the markets at or under 1500. But i am looking for quality sound without reaching for A PASS, ARC, Rowlands integrated. My system is not in that league.
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