KAV-250a/3

About the KAV-250a/3

The Krell KAV-250a/3 is a three-channel Class A/B solid-state amplifier introduced in 1999, designed for high-end stereo and home theater use. It delivers 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms in stereo mode, doubles to 500 watts into 4 ohms, and can output up to 1000 watts in bridged mono mode. The amplifier features a high-current 2kVA power supply, balanced and single-ended inputs for compatibility, and a 12 VDC trigger for integration with other components. It offers a frequency response from 0.4 Hz to 170 kHz, total harmonic distortion of 0.25%, gain of 26.4 dB, input sensitivity of 2.15 V, and a signal-to-noise ratio of 118 dB. The unit measures 483 x 160 x 389 mm and weighs approximately 19.5 to 23.5 kg depending on configuration. It is praised for its clean, pure sound with no transistor hash, excellent bass control, and spatial imaging, making it highly regarded for both music and home theater applications. The amplifier supports multi-amp throughput, bridged operation, and high power mono operation, allowing flexible system configurations. It is no longer in production but remains a sought-after vintage amplifier with a typical market price around .