"Krell" is a buzzword


When I look at how the posts involving Krell deteriorate to the point of civil(actually not so civil) war, I have to say that "Krell" has become a buzzword. It seems as if you just have to mention the name, and the mobilization begins. Sooner or later the insults sink to the level that make the thread completely unrecognizable from the original question. I am more neutral than not on Krell(probably not many of us around). Used to dream about them in my bigger is better solid state days, but have since moved in other directions. Now I am a definite tubeophile, and don't even think about Krell. But, I don't say you cannot build a great system around their products. Just have to apply the right surrounding components. But don't you have to do that with many brands of amp? So, do you agree that Krell has become a buzzword, and why?
trelja

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I know this off the original proposed thread. I always thought tweeks were to articulate chracterisics not contradict them. I would think it is better to match equipment with like desings and goals and I never put a piece in my system that didnt sound good on its own. When you mix a harsh peice and a refined piece dont you get the worst of both worlds? You are contradicting what each piece was designed to do well. I am very intersted in hearing your comment on this. I admit I have never heard Krell and I am very open to opinion.
Khokugo I have Sonus Faber Extremas and use two Classe Audio 400's. The classe is a great match. Try it. You wont be dissapointed.
I bought a used Classe Audio Ca 400 from here for just under $3000.00. I used it as a two channel for a while. I liked it so much that I saved up for a couple of years and bought another one. They can be run in two channel or can be bridged. It is a great match for Sonus Faber with tones of power. Its very open, smooth, and images unbeleavably well just like Sonus Faber. It is also the most transparent amp I have ever heard. Good luck in the search!!