Integrateds-Krell or Plinius?

The Plinius has definitely gotten many rave reviews. The original post mentions the Krell 300iL which is a new model, as opposed to the 300i which is the older model. I know the 300iL has been re-styled and has 200w/ch instead of 150. Of course, the local shop says it's "much" better than the 300i. In any case, there's a lot of feedback on the 300i that goes from great to horrible, but I haven't seen much feedback on the 300iL yet. -Kirk

an EXCELLENT product in the same price range but with less power (70w/ch)

Krell brand is #1 sponsor of Stereofile and whatever model they will make it will receive a positive review there.
Plinius 8200 I think, does not need any "Stereofile favors" it's just an excellent amp and I'm sure it can drive any speakers including your B&W.

I have heard the Krell 300i with B&W N805s. I do like the dryness of B&Ws, but the Krell I think, is too lean sounding to compliment them. Its a sound that'll scrape your paint and make your teeth whiter. Maybe an audition would work for you. A lot of dealers that carry Krell also carrry B&W. I have never heard Plinius, but a search on audioasylum is sure to conjure additional opinions. Have fun with those speakers, I do likes them CDMs.

I've sold the Krell integrated's for some time, and can say that, well, they're decent enough. But I guess I would have to favor the Plinius over them! However, another choice to consider with the CDM9nt's that I've heard, is the Classe 150wattintegrated! This also makes a nice choice for the money with those speakers! Have fun