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lexicon mc-8 or krell hts 7.1??

i'm having a hard time deciding whether to sell my lexicon mc-8 and replace it with a krell hts 7.1. i don't have both on hand to compare. i have 7 channels of krell power to play with and i figured the hts 7.1 would match my amps and would look nice.i listen to a lot of 2ch audio but also like to watch movies. any input would be greatly appreciated.
robsells2you
emster
75 posts
 
For what it is worth, I was a lexicon user and switched to krell primarily for music. I think lexicon is fine in ht only, but imho clearly inferior for two ch. I use Krell amps and revel studios and love the hts 7.1. I also think that Harmon's high end group is in complete disarray right now, unfortunately.
exertfluffer
270 posts
 
Yeah I think the 7.1 Krell is supperior sonically. Infact, I think the 7.1 krell is as good as it get's for what's out there in Pre-pro's
dbld
297 posts
 
I have a HTS 7.1. It replaced an Anthem AVM-20. I should say it absolutely blew away the AVM-20! For as much hype as the Anthem gets...and the criticism the Krell gets, you really need to hear the two back-to-back to fully understand how much sound and depth is missing from the AVM-20.

Having said all that, now I have a chance at a MC-12B to possibly replace my HTS 7.1 without too much strain on my wallet. I am sick in the head…I am certain of that now…but I am still agonizing over this decision.

It would be nice to have the MC-12B just under my RT-10 for both music and movies (equal priorities).

Any suggestions anyone?
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