No. 336 vs Krell Evolution One
The Evolution One's power @ 8ω is 450W against the No. 336's 350W, its signal-to-noise 116 dB against 80 dB, and its thd 0.020% against 0.500%. Both share class (A).
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The Mark Levinson No. 336, introduced in 1998, is a dual monaural stereo power amplifier designed to combine massive power with the finesse of smaller amplifiers. It delivers 350 watts per channel into 8 ohms with a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz and total harmonic distortion of 0.5%. The amplifier features two large, independent power supplies—one for each channel—each with a high capacity, low noise toroidal transformer rated at 2450 VA and four 50,000 µF capacitors. It uses heavy oxygen-free copper bus bars for efficient power distribution and a truly balanced input topology that eliminates the need for an input buffer stage. The amplifier is quasi-class A biased, with all voltage gain stages operating in full class A for linearity and low distortion. It is stable down to 1 ohm speaker load and has a signal-to-noise ratio of 80 dB. The unit weighs 68.2 kg and measures 446 x 229 x 478.3 mm. Extensive protection circuitry safeguards the amplifier and connected speakers. The No. 336 is highly regarded for its solid, deep bass and realistic musical body, making it a favorite among audiophiles for driving demanding speakers.
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The Evolution One's power @ 8ω is 450W against the No. 336's 350W, its signal-to-noise 116 dB against 80 dB, and its thd 0.020% against 0.500%. Both share class (A).
The 331's power @ 8ω is 100W against the No. 336's 350W and its weight 50.9 kg (112 lbs) against 68.2 kg (150 lbs). Both share signal-to-noise (80 dB) and thd (0.500%).
The A32's power @ 8ω is 250W against the No. 336's 350W, its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 80 dB, its thd 0.010% against 0.500%, and its weight 40 kg (88 lbs) against 68.2 kg (150 lbs).
The No. 335's power @ 8ω is 250W against the No. 336's 350W. Both share signal-to-noise (80 dB), thd (0.500%), and weight (68.2 kg (150 lbs)).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
Krell FPB-200c
Classé Audio CA-2200
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