http://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/ Engadget HD Comments for Krell unleashes its Evolution 707 preamp/processor http://hd.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://hd.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2009 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/http://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/Jun 13th 2008 12:56PMhttp://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/http://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/Jun 13th 2008 1:08PMhttp://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/http://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/
Looks to me like Krell isn't putting effort into the right part of the design. I mean, really, if they want to tempt me, they're going to have to at least outdo the mundane consumer rigs in input flexibility. Four inputs just doesn't cut it. Offer nine, or even twelve (and dual or triple independent HDMI outputs), and they'd have my attention -- and my money.

How long before something comes out that makes me want more inputs than six? A hi-def security DVR, or an HDMI radio or other audio source, or a handheld camera that just begs for a handy, front panel HDMI input?

For those of you who have struggled with switchers, you know that a well integrated input that your remote understands and gives direct random access to is far preferable to an array of outboard multiplex hardware.

Seriously... manufacturers, hi-end doesn't just mean more channels. Enable me. Add features and flexibility. Maybe even add some front panel controls so I don't spend my entire life wading around in menu hell. C'mon. I DARE you.
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The number of inputs and channels aren't really their selling points. Companies like Krell focus on best signal to noise ratios, lowest distortion, and more and more power. Extra inputs and channels are the sizzle, while a cleaner signal path and more power are the steak. There really isn't much of a market for more than 4 HDMI inputs in the high end. High end installations either run direct feeds, use a switcher, or more popularly bypass using HDMI all together. ]]>Jun 13th 2008 6:46PMhttp://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/http://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/krellhttp://www.krellonline.com/new_pdfs/EVO_707/0190_025_BRO.pdf ]]>Jun 13th 2008 4:58PMhttp://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/http://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/Jun 13th 2008 6:08PMhttp://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/http://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/
Makes me wonder this, not to be holier than thou about stuff.. and i'm a staunch capitalist.. however... there are so many much more important things and people that need financial support. You can't take it with you.

I rob myself of innocence
With the poison of indifference
I buy my stuff at any cost
A couple of click and I pay the price
'cause what I gain is someone else's loss ]]>Jun 14th 2008 4:18PMhttp://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/http://hd.engadget.com/2008/06/13/krell-unleashes-its-evolution-707-preamp-processor/

Power trumps processing everyday of the week.]]>Jul 14th 2008 9:15AM