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This is a strong buyer’s market for legacy Krell integrateds, and the A$2,091 asking price for the KAV-500i is ambitious compared to the typical used range in AUD. Recent sales show units sold for A$1,400 (2019, good condition with remote), A$1,150 USD (~A$1,850 AUD) on Audiogon, and £1,300 (~A$3,100 AUD) for an “excellent condition” unit in the UK, though that UK sale may reflect rarity or timing. The A$2,091 price sits well above the median observed globally when converted to AUD, placing it closer to the 75th percentile or higher for working units.
The KAV-500i remains a cult favorite for its 250Wpc into 8Ω and 500Wpc into 4Ω, delivering massive headroom and Krell’s signature Class A current-mode drive that excels with difficult speakers. Its 2-kVA power supply and proprietary output transistors ensure compression-free dynamics, while the balanced XLR input and low distortion (<0.06% THD) make it a serious audiophile tool. If this listing includes the original box, remote, and shows no signs of overheating or capacitor creep, the performance upside is significant—but at this price, buyers should verify condition and service history before committing.
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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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