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This A$800 listing for a Krell KAV-500i is a genuine bargain, sitting far below the typical used market range of A$1,300 to A$2,200 for this model in good condition. With comparable units recently sold in Australia for A$1,400 and in the UK for roughly A$2,100 (converted from £1,300), this price represents a strong deal that is well under the 25th percentile for working examples.
The KAV-500i is highly regarded for its massive 250Wpc into 8Ω power and deep dynamic headroom, making it ideal for driving demanding speakers with compression-free reproduction. Its proprietary Class A current-mode circuitry and toroidal transformer deliver audiophile-grade sound that justifies the original A$8,000 retail price. At this price point, even if it is an American voltage unit, the upside is exceptional for an enthusiast seeking top-tier power and Krell’s legendary build quality without the usual premium.
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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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