KRC-2

About the KRC-2

The Krell KRC-2 is a high-end stereo preamplifier designed for audiophiles seeking neutral, reliable, and musically satisfying performance. It features a fully balanced internal design that delivers consistent sound quality whether used with balanced or unbalanced inputs and outputs. The unit supports remote control operation including volume and polarity inversion, enhancing user convenience. It has a frequency response from 0.2Hz to 400kHz with distortion lower than 0.002% and a signal-to-noise ratio of 95dB, ensuring very clean and accurate audio reproduction. The KRC-2 is capable of handling signal sources and amplifier loads in both balanced and unbalanced formats, making it versatile for various system configurations. It operates in pure Class A mode and includes a FET input stage and bipolar output stage for robust, low-impedance output. The preamplifier is considered one of the least expensive designs in the state-of-the-art preamplifier category costing between and with a price around . It is praised for its balanced performance rather than dramatic sonic effects, making it suitable for long-term owner satisfaction. Dimensions are approximately 19" wide, 2.5" high, and 14.5" deep. The unit includes a theater-throughput feature for easy integration into home theater systems. It has a gain of 6dB or 2dB, input impedance of 47,000 ohms, output impedance of 10 ohms, and output voltage of 16 volts RMS. The KRC-2 is no longer in current production but remains highly regarded in the audiophile community.