Chip amps or op amps are recognized by the manufacturer as a good alternative to tubes for Reference 3a speakers. I've owned the Veenas for about a year now, previously the Dulcets. My SS experience with these speakers has been so-so, but they really launched with the humble ASL 1001 DT tube integrated. Very nice with the Shigaraki integrated op amp as well. The Krell, which I've heard (but not with Reference 3a) and respect, seems like an unlikely partner for these speakers to me, but by all means try if you can.
There are some Totem fans who find the Krell a great partner; putting it perhaps too simply, a dryer, but powerful integrated, with a more forward, lively speaker.
I'd be interested to hear about your findings...
-paul-
There are some Totem fans who find the Krell a great partner; putting it perhaps too simply, a dryer, but powerful integrated, with a more forward, lively speaker.
I'd be interested to hear about your findings...
-paul-