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Condition is unknown, but at US$3,300 this sits right on the median of the recent comp set, so it reads as fair rather than a steal or an ambitious ask. With the 25th percentile at US$3,250 and the 75th at US$3,650, the pricing is squarely in the normal used-market band for this piece.
A Krell DAC is a worthwhile buy when you want serious, high-current-era refinement: smooth, weighty presentation, good low-level detail, and the sort of build quality that tends to age better than flashier gear. At this price, the upside is in finding a clean, complete unit with the right power supply, remote, and original packaging; that can make ownership easier and resale safer. With condition unspecified, I’d want clear confirmation that it powers up cleanly, locks inputs properly, and hasn’t had display or control issues.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Krell Industries, founded in 1980 in the United States by Dan D'Agostino and his wife Rondi, emerged from a passion for pushing audio engineering boundaries. Based initially in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and later settling in nearby Orange, the brand drew its name from the advanced alien race in the 1956 film Forbidden Planet, symbolizing limitless technological power. The company's debut at the 1981 Consumer Electronics Show with the KSA-100, a high-power Class A amplifier, sparked immediate demand and established Krell as a force in American hi-fi innovation.
Krell specializes in high-end amplification, with its power amplifiers—epitomized by flagships like the Master Reference Amplifier—earning legendary status for their raw dynamics and precision. The lineup extends to preamplifiers, surround sound processors, digital-to-analog converters, CD and Super Audio CD players, loudspeakers, and subwoofers, all engineered for uncompromised performance in music and home theater systems.
Positioned firmly at the pinnacle of the high-end audio market, Krell commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its cutting-edge circuitry, massive power supplies, and relentless pursuit of sonic excellence. A top-tier brand alongside legends like Levinson and Threshold, it appeals to buyers seeking reference-level gear that defines the genre, even amid recent ownership transitions following Rondi's passing in 2024.
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