Bryston and Focal

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Pundamilia

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Bryston and Focal
« on: 17 Sep 2017, 02:05 pm »
Is anyone here using Bryston electronics with Focal speakers (Sopra, Aria)? I'd be interested in your impressions as I am in the market for new speakers.

Thanks.

95Dyna

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Re: Bryston and Focal
« Reply #1 on: 17 Sep 2017, 11:41 pm »
Hi Pundamilia,

I have had the Sopra 2's for almost  2 years now paired with BP26/7BSST2's.  Its a wonderful combo.  I sometimes think the soundstage this combo produces is almost to big for the 8' x 14' back wall. The stage also goes about 6' deep from slightly in front of the tweeter plane to the rear wall.   I bought the 7Bs 8 years ago when I had a pair of Infinity 9 Kappas which are notorious amp killers.  The Sopra's are a walk in the park compared to the 9 Kappas so if you want to spare some budget you may want to consider the 4B3 with the new BP17 cubed preamp.  In fact I have that move under consideration.  With way lower power requirements and a tad smaller listening room (14' x 25') the Sopras would be easily driven by the 4B3.  I talked it over with Gary Dayton at Bryston who agrees.  Hope this helps.

Bill

schmidtmike76

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Re: Bryston and Focal
« Reply #2 on: 18 Sep 2017, 01:50 am »
I have a set of Electra 1027be with the 2.5(3) / BP26 and I enjoy the sound.  The 2.5 handles those with ease I can hit 85db and there is no sense of strain.  I'm really happy with the set up.

Pundamilia

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Re: Bryston and Focal
« Reply #3 on: 20 Sep 2017, 12:55 pm »
Thanks guys. I have a BP26 and a 4B3. Based on your comments, it sounds like I would have plenty of power to drive any Focals in my 11 x 17 room as they seem to be relatively efficient. I appreciate your feedback.

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Re: Bryston and Focal
« Reply #4 on: 21 Sep 2017, 02:35 am »
Thanks guys. I have a BP26 and a 4B3. Based on your comments, it sounds like I would have plenty of power to drive any Focals in my 11 x 17 room as they seem to be relatively efficient. I appreciate your feedback.

If you get a pair of Sopra 2's please let us know how they sound with the 26/4B3 :thumb: