[James Tanner]

[dumanski]

Sharp looking system. any dealers on radar for BC.

[James Tanner]

Sharp looking system. any dealers on radar for BC.

Hi

I am told Commercial Electronics in Vancouver  is looking at it.

james

[joey116]

James, I noticed the passive Model T's have 2 sets of inputs, I would have thought a 3 way speaker would have 3 sets, or, just one, what is the reason this?

I plan on using your speaker wire, my 6B is much closer to one speaker than the other, 4ft vs. 8ft is there a performance issue if the wires are different lengths?

Thanks

[James Tanner]

James, I noticed the passive Model T's have 2 sets of inputs, I would have thought a 3 way speaker would have 3 sets, or, just one, what is the reason this?

I plan on using your speaker wire, my 6B is much closer to one speaker than the other, 4ft vs. 8ft is there a performance issue if the wires are different lengths?

Thanks

Hi

Yes only the Signature series and the Active version have the 3 sets of inputs.  The internal passive crossover version has 1 set for the bass and 1 set for the mid/tweets.

I would keep the lengths the same.

james

[Marius]

found this interesting read:
Will active speakers finally get the kind of attention from audiophiles they deserve?
http://www.ultraaudio.com/index.php/features-menu/general-interest-interviews-menu/343-active-loudspeaker-systems-on-the-rise-peter-roth-talks-with-andy-payor-laurence-dickie-and-richard-vandersteen

Cheers!
Marius

[werd]

found this interesting read:
Will active speakers finally get the kind of attention from audiophiles they deserve?
http://www.ultraaudio.com/index.php/features-menu/general-interest-interviews-menu/343-active-loudspeaker-systems-on-the-rise-peter-roth-talks-with-andy-payor-laurence-dickie-and-richard-vandersteen

Cheers!
Marius

Not to undermine actives but i think what drives actives is the strategy to overcome the inadequacy of the AC- in supply. Its seems like a repair response to what is a lack of dynamic AC power from the wall. By feeding an amp a xover signal it allows the soundstage to sound more relaxed. You do get better resolution but that can be problematic unless you have good AC in anyways. Having a decent AC supply is the first imo before moving into a fully active system. I have never considered going active as a solution in going louder but adding a more relaxed dynamic sensation.

[James Tanner]

Hi

The advantage Active has is the amplifier is connected directly to the driver and the control is excellent. There are no capacitors or coils to concern yourself with.  Also you can fine tune the overall frequency response electrically in the active crossover in a very percise way relative to passive components or crossovers.

If you realize that music is transient (stopping and starting) in nature then an amplifier directly connected to a driver is much better at controlling the stopping and starting of said driver.

So it is not about volume levels it is about resolution.

james

[James Tanner]

Hi Folks,

A couple of shots of the new Bryston Middle T speakers.





james

[mkaiser]

Hi James,
Any ideas as to the price roughly? Is the second picture Walnut w/ real vaneer

Mark

[James Tanner]

Hi James,
Any ideas as to the price roughly? Is the second picture Walnut w/ real vaneer

Mark

Hi mark,

Its a custom walnut wood vaneer preordered.

$4600 the pair list in vinyl.

james

[ec]

Still working on final prices on the Centers but looks like about $3000 for the Model T Center and $2200 for the mini t Center.  Hope the Middle T will be about $4000 the pair.

The Sub is $4195 and has a 600 watt internal amplifier.

james

Quote from Feb 7?  Darn the Middle T's went up $600

James,

Do you have approximate pricing and dimensions for the on walls?  Don't recall seeing this. I won't hold you to it   May I suggest modifying the first post or create a new locked thread so for all the speakers, have the following listed:
- official MSRPs
- dimensions and weight
- Frequency response
- max spl
- power handling

This will give a quick snapshot of the speakers.  I know this would help me greatly since I am looking at the Model T (passive), Middle T and Mini T's for the three fronts and the on walls for the sides.   These factors will determine which speakers will best fit physically (and budget) in my setup (in construction) then I can audition appropriately.

[James Tanner]

Quote from Feb 7?  Darn the Middle T's went up $600

James,

Do you have approximate pricing and dimensions for the on walls?  Don't recall seeing this. I won't hold you to it   May I suggest modifying the first post or create a new locked thread so for all the speakers, have the following listed:
- official MSRPs
- dimensions and weight
- Frequency response
- max spl
- power handling

This will give a quick snapshot of the speakers.  I know this would help me greatly since I am looking at the Model T (passive), Middle T and Mini T's for the three fronts and the on walls for the sides.   These factors will determine which speakers will best fit physically (and budget) in my setup (in construction) then I can audition appropriately.

http://www.hpsoundings.com/2013/03/2599/

http://www.twice.com/articletype/news/audio-supplier-bryston-branches-out-speakers/105383

I am finishing up a Brochure will all the specs which should be ready in a week or so.

james

[James Tanner]

Quote from Feb 7?  Darn the Middle T's went up $600

James,

Do you have approximate pricing and dimensions for the on walls?  Don't recall seeing this. I won't hold you to it   May I suggest modifying the first post or create a new locked thread so for all the speakers, have the following listed:
- official MSRPs
- dimensions and weight
- Frequency response
- max spl
- power handling

This will give a quick snapshot of the speakers.  I know this would help me greatly since I am looking at the Model T (passive), Middle T and Mini T's for the three fronts and the on walls for the sides.   These factors will determine which speakers will best fit physically (and budget) in my setup (in construction) then I can audition appropriately.

Bryston Speaker Specifications

Bryston Model T
Model T Specifications
Freq. Response 25Hz to 22kHz (+/-3dB)
Impedance 4 Ohms (nominal)
Sensitivity 91 dB SPL @ 1 meter with 1 watt (anechoic)
Maximum SPL 118 dB SPL @ 1 meter
Rec. Power 10 watts to 500 watts (anechoic) RMS
Tweeter 1.0” (dual)
Midrange 5.25” (dual)
Woofer 8.0” (triple)
Crossover 160Hz & 2.3kHz
Dimensions 1334mm H x 267mm W x 419mm D
52.5” H x 10.5” W x 16.5” D
Weight 49 kgs. (each) : 108 lbs. (each)

Bryston  Middle T
Frequency Response – 33 Hz – 22 kHz (+/- 3 dB)
Impedance – 4 ohms
Sensitivity – 88 dB 1 watt 1 meter (anechoic)
Max SPL – 112 dB @ 1 meter (anechoic)
Rec. Power – 10 – 250 watts RMS
Tweeter – 1”
Mid – 5.25”
Woofer – 8” (x2)
Crossover – 160 Hz & 2.3 kHz
Dimensions mm - H-1000 x W-267 x D-410
Dimensions inches - H-39.5 x W-10.5 x D-16.5
Weight kg – 37 (each) lbs – 81(each)

Bryston  Mini T
Freq. Response 40Hz to 22kHz (+/-3dB)
Impedance 4 Ohms (nominal)
Sensitivity 86 dB SPL @ 1 meter
with 1 watt (anechoic)
Maximum SPL 112 dB SPL @ 1 meter
Rec. Power 10 watts to 250 watts (anechoic) RMS
Tweeter 1.0”
Midrange 5.25”
Mid-Woofer 8”
Crossover 160 Hz & 2.3kHz
Dimensions H-571mm x W-267mm x D-250mm,
H-22.5” x W-10.5” x D-10”
Weight 19 kgs. (each) : 42 lbs. (each)

Bryston  Model T Center
Freq. Response 35Hz to 22kHz (+/-3dB)
Impedance 4 Ohms (nominal)
Sensitivity 91 dB SPL @ 1 meter with 1 watt (anechoic)
Maximum SPL 118 dB SPL @ 1 meter
Rec. Power 10 watts to 500 watts RMS
Tweeter 1.0” (dual)
Midrange 5.25” (dual)
Woofer 8.0” (dual)
Crossover 160Hz & 2.3kHz
Dimensions 235mm H x 1003mm W x 432mm D
9.2” H x 39.5” W x 17.0” D
25.8 kgs. (each) : 56.8 lbs. (each)

Bryston MINI T Center
Freq. Response 40 Hz – 22 kHz (+/- 3 dB)
Impedance 4 ohms
Sensitivity 88 dB 1 watt 1 meter (anechoic)
Maximum SPL 112 dB @ 1 meter (anechoic)
Rec. Power 10 – 250 watts RMS
Tweeter 1”
Midrange 5.25”
Woofer 8” (x2)
Crossover 160 Hz & 2.3 kHz
Dimensions H-267mm x W-735mm x D-250mm
H-10.5” x W-29” x D-10”
Weight 25 kgs (each). : 55 lbs (each).

Bryston  Model T SUB Subwoofer
Freq. Response 18Hz to 150Hz (+/-3dB)
Maximum SPL 108 dB SPL @ 1 meter
Power 10 watts to 500 watts RMS
Woofer 8.0” (triple)
Crossover 40 - 150Hz
Dimensions mm - H-985 x W-267 x D-424
Dimensions inches - H-38.75 x W-10.5 x D-16.75
Weight kg – 48 (each) lbs – 105 (each)

On-wall / In-wall
Frequency Response – 70 Hz – 22 kHz (+/- 3 dB)
Impedance – 8 ohms
Sensitivity – 87 dB 1 watt 1 meter (anechoic)
Max SPL – 100 dB @ 1 meter (anechoic)
Rec. Power – 10 – 175 watts RMS
Tweeter – 1”
Mid – 3”
Woofer – 6.5”
Crossover – 500 Hz & 2.3 kHz
Dimensions mm - H-345 x W-244 x D-91
Dimensions inches - H-13.5 x W-9.5 x D-3.5
Weight kg – 5 (each): lbs – 11 (each)

[James Tanner]

A shot of the Bryston Subs - small sub is under development now.

james

[James Tanner]

Distributor Feedback on Model T Signatures:
James is also the distributor for TAD and PMC loudspeakers so coming from him is high praise indeed

From: James Tan
Sent: Friday, March 15, 2013 11:14 AM
To: 'James Tanner'
Subject: RE: Model T Signature

"James

The Signature is sounding great even with just the B135 driving them, huge soundstage, seamless across the frequency range, great bass extension, power and weight."

James Tan

[bummrush]

 that small one is beautiful ,how can a square box be wonderful to look at?But it is.

[ec]

James,

Thanks for posting the url links (has the MSRPs) and specs so they can be easily compared.  The on walls have a different driver complement (thought it would be the same as the Mini-T).  I guess trade offs had to be made to make the on wall speaker that size.  The 3.5" depth is amazingly thin.    You stated in a previous post, that the Model T, Mid T and Mini T can be purchased as a single (vs pair) so that I could run three identical speakers in the front.  Is it safe to assume the single speaker price is half of the price per pair?

[James Tanner]

James,

Thanks for posting the url links (has the MSRPs) and specs so they can be easily compared.  The on walls have a different driver complement (thought it would be the same as the Mini-T).  I guess trade offs had to be made to make the on wall speaker that size.  The 3.5" depth is amazingly thin.    You stated in a previous post, that the Model T, Mid T and Mini T can be purchased as a single (vs pair) so that I could run three identical speakers in the front.  Is it safe to assume the single speaker price is half of the price per pair?

Correct the single would be 1/2.

The in walls and on walls are a challenge but I think a good 3-way will do really well.  I wanted to get the same dispersion characteristics as the other models.  Also one of the advantages of wall placement is you get a 9dB lift in low frequency response as a result of the wall acting as a huge baffle.

The Onwalls are ported at the bottom.

james

[James Tanner]

Bigalsworth 
Junior Member

Mr. Tanner,

I was able to listen to a set of passive Model T's @ Pulsworks in Saskatoon SK and they sounded ridiculously awesome!  I sat and listened to them with David Puls, the owner of the store, for about 45 minutes and he had a ton of great things to say about Bryston.

Right before I listened to the Model T's I was listening to a set of Martin Logan Ethos and in my opinion they didn't hold a candle to the Model T's. David put on "Flight of the Cosmic Hippo" by Bella Fleck and Fleckstones and my jaw dropped at the bass coming out of those speakers.

I am more of a home theater fan and am building my basement at the moment, what would recommend as surrounds to match the Model T's?

Scott