Krell KPS-20i/L or 20i w/KRC-HR

The HR has too much resolution for its own good, resulting in no sense of air whatsoever. Too much of a good thing. The KRC 3, which isn't all that great a preamp, does air and space better than the HR. The KPS 20iL is just a tad dry through the midrange, but it one very impressive piece of business otherwise. I was very impressed by it. The better option, I'd say.

I owned the original KRC.It was excellent.I used it with a 200S,along with an MD 10,and a Studio.Now I eliminated the transport,dac and the pre.Replaced by the 20iL.The sound is incredible.I like it much more than with the original set up.So if your going to purchase a 20 il.I recommend you do so.Run it directly to the amp.It's all you will need.Trust me.Good luck.