Classe CA2300 - Mark Levinson 532H - Krell FPB300c


Classe CA2300 - Mark Levinson 532H - Krell FPB300cx

Anybody of experience or thoughts about these amps? They all have very positive reviews on the web. Unfortunately it would probably take me too much time to find dealers for all three before current listings are pulled -- I know patience is a virtue.

My system is being upgraded and is now configured with:
Vandersteen 3a Sigs
Cary Audio SLP - 05 preamp
Musical Fidelity M6PRX amp (250 watts into 8 ohms)
Cary Audio 306 Professional CD/SACD
VPI Classic 1 with Ortofon Bronze MC

Appreciate any insight you might have on these three amps.
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Showing 1 response by upgrade1394

I have owned all 3 amps and would rate the the 300cx/532h as superior to the classe. Between the 300cx and 532h, it really depends upon your preference, the krell is more detailed and impactful, while the 532h is a bit laid back and slightly dark/mellow. This is in reference to each other, not meant to be a negative at all. The classe is not that well paced or musical, just does not flow as smoothly or make the transients in notes as good as the krell and ML do. The more expensive Classe such as the M600 monos are completely different and better.