Krell Power Consumption

Wrf, I just checked the Evo 402 specs and you are reading it correctly; 370 watts in STANDBY! I've owned several Krell amps (KSA and FPB series). They operate in Class-A and therefore draw an incredible amount of current and give off a lot of heat. A 20-amp dedicated line is a minimum requirement. Heat can be an issue if you live in warmer climates and have your listening space upstairs. Good air conditioning is also essential.

I run the Evo 403 and yep, it probably eats more than that! It is always at least warm to the touch and after serious listening can be frankly hot.

It sounds really good though!

The new Evo amps draws way too much in standby mode.... I own the FPB-740MCX monos which are class a and they only draw 45W each. The replacement Evo-900 monos draws 450W each in standby mode and they are class A/B. I wonder why Krell has gone this route when things are supposed to be GREENER???

Thanks

Other than radiated heat into the room, why would you care? If you can afford a Krell amp, you should be able to afford the extra 1.00 per day for power.
If the greenies make you feel guilty, I would suggest to sit back and enjoy the music and green out somewhere else in your life.

Rhljazz...

That is so besides the point in what you had said.
FYI, I dont care the extra money needed to be spent in keeping the amps on standby. My point is why can't Krell make the new Evo amps consume the same amount as the older models.

Before you go into another one.... I just bought a pair of their reference mono's. :)

Cheers.