Bryston Loudspeakers

James Tanner · « **Reply #2160 on:** 20 Jun 2015, 04:32 pm »

Looks neat

james

gene9p · « **Reply #2161 on:** 20 Jun 2015, 05:21 pm »

Thanks..now the bad news..the target FS 50 stands are very disappointing. Not at all as advertised and ugly to boot. Poorly constructed and not at all in the class of the B&W stands that cost much less. Cheap parts and sticky bottom rubber bumpers. Height is good at 20 inches for my liking. But back they have to go. Perhaps a higher Target model would be better but if parts are similar I would pass.

cannot turn plate on these so whole stand has to go sideways..plus takes some maneuvering to get plate and poles straight

James Tanner · « **Reply #2162 on:** 20 Jun 2015, 05:30 pm »

Hi Gene

Sorry to hear that - they are the smallest stands Target makes so I agree the MR Series would be better suited as the gage of everything is higher.

Typically the FS stand is used with the Bryston Mini A Bookshelf

james

James Tanner · « **Reply #2163 on:** 20 Jun 2015, 05:32 pm »

Here are the MR stands:

James Tanner · « **Reply #2164 on:** 20 Jun 2015, 05:40 pm »

Hi Folks,

Here are the 4 different types of Target Stands - they each come in 20, 22 and 24 inch heights.

FS

HR

HS

MR

gene9p · « **Reply #2165 on:** 20 Jun 2015, 09:52 pm »

I am looking into something different and keeping speakers low..they just seem to sound and look better that way. These are some big boys. Sound anchor makes some but are costly..I see some low height solid wood speakers stands as well.

James Tanner · « **Reply #2166 on:** 20 Jun 2015, 10:58 pm »

Quote from: gene9p on 20 Jun 2015, 09:52 pm

I am looking into something different and keeping speakers low..they just seem to sound and look better that way. These are some big boys. Sound anchor makes some but are costly..I see some low height solid wood speakers stands as well.

Hi Gene

I am thinking of designing a custom stand for the MINi T using the MR stand but having a top plate to match the base of the Mini T.

Sound Anchors are a good option as well.

james

James Tanner · « **Reply #2167 on:** 21 Jun 2015, 12:24 pm »

Hi Folks,

SNEAK PEAK:

Have some terrific reviews coming on a Bryston speaker surround system using 4 of the Mini A's, one AC-1 Micro Center and one Model A Sub from two US major magazines.

FAVORITE QUOTES:

•   Their transient response, their capacity for dynamics, their beautiful tonal balance at any volume, and their sublime dispersion characteristics made them amongst my favorite bookshelf speakers that I've auditioned in quite some time. Perhaps ever.

•   It’s dynamic capabilities, its deliciously neutral midrange, and its exquisitely impactful yet nimble bass, you're left with a system that has almost no sonic faults.

•   The other thing I couldn't help but notice in that scene is just how seamlessly the Model A subwoofer blended with the satellites.

james

gene9p · « **Reply #2168 on:** 21 Jun 2015, 02:08 pm »

Quote from: James Tanner on 20 Jun 2015, 10:58 pm

Hi Gene

I am thinking of designing a custom stand for the MINi T using the MR stand but having a top plate to match the base of the Mini T.

Sound Anchors are a good option as well.

james

Yes .....a matching top plate is a great idea.You can remove the rubber feet or spikes but the 4 posts remain sticking out from the bottom of the speaker making lining up on a plate very tricky. Perhaps a future Mini T will have the feet screw directly into the base of the speaker so it can be placed completely flat.

gene9p · « **Reply #2169 on:** 23 Jun 2015, 12:02 pm »

ok..so it looks like I missed that the posts on the bottom of the Mini T's can be unscrewed. Mine are so tight I don't want to mess with them and cause any damage. Anyone have a safe way or experience in unscrewing them?....

Thanks James for the info:D
..had a feeling there was a screw inside the post..both my Kits did not have an allen wrench so that threw me off..I have plenty so I will find one that fits and try that later today.

I did take a break last night and sat down and listened to the Beatles Abbey Road CD...the Mini T's were very impressive and delivered the goods even though they are still not properly placed yet.

gene9p · « **Reply #2170 on:** 26 Jun 2015, 03:59 pm »

I ordered some custom 9 inch stands in solid wood with 2 inch adjustable spikes..black ash to match the speakers.In the meantime I put on the weight lifting belt and got down to setting the Mini T's up on my B&W FS 24 inch stands. These are quality stands and I highly recommend them.They are superior to the Target stands for half the money. If you are looking for 24 inch stands, these are the ones!. It's time to get down to some serious listening so I hope to have updates on a regular basis.

James Tanner · « **Reply #2171 on:** 26 Jun 2015, 05:29 pm »

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Model T’s – Now in the UK!

June 2015

“James - it's now a few months since I took delivery of my Model T's, and I thought I'd give you some feedback on how I've got on. I know it's been a while, but I wanted to give myself some time to live with the new speakers, see how they affected me.

My overall summary is that the speakers have completely changed the way I am listening to music,

because I feel much more like I am listening to singers/band/orchestras/etc. rather than to CD's (albeit via a great transport and DAC). At first I found this quite overwhelming - the ability of the speakers to deliver a 'real world' experience took me by surprise and stopped me listening as passively as I once did. I feel much more involved in the music I'm listening to. I've always listened at reasonable volumes (I have an understanding family!) and whereas previously I could do so and get on with other activities, now I'm finding I want to stop and just enjoy the music even more than I did before. It's a wonderful thing, but initially was quite distracting - in a good way. Since then I've learnt how to manage that balance. Background listening happens at a much lower volume - the speakers still sound great when quiet - but at those volumes I can just about resist the allure!

However when I really want to listen I am continually grinning at how good stuff sounds - not least that control and extension down at the bass end. It's a great feeling!

Before I'd first heard the model T's in the US I'd read a lot about how they sounded like much more expensive speakers (the sort of stuff way out of my price league). Because I had to import them to the UK personally (I gather I was the first UK purchaser) then the cost went up a bit more, but I still feel I have bought a pair speakers that offer tremendous value for money.

Above all else though I have speakers that make my enjoyment of music even better than it was before (and that took some doing!). As such I want to thank you for your passion and commitment to getting the model T's made, and for personally helping me in getting them over here to the UK.”

Very best regards
John

James Tanner · « **Reply #2172 on:** 27 Jun 2015, 10:23 am »

Hi Folks

Mini A Review from Germany - English translation.

I have a PDF copy - email me if you want a copy jamestanner@bryston.com

james

James Tanner · « **Reply #2173 on:** 28 Jun 2015, 05:38 pm »

Hi Folks,

Some nice pics of the Mini A from an up-coming review

scirica · « **Reply #2174 on:** 29 Jun 2015, 01:28 pm »

My "T's" should be on the way to the dealer this week. Starting to get excited!!!

bjski · « **Reply #2175 on:** 29 Jun 2015, 06:21 pm »

My mini T's along with center channel arrive this week.

James Tanner · « **Reply #2176 on:** 29 Jun 2015, 06:25 pm »

Quote from: bjski on 29 Jun 2015, 06:21 pm

My mini T's along with center channel arrive this week.

Great - looking forward to your comments.

james

James Tanner · « **Reply #2177 on:** 1 Jul 2015, 10:48 am »

Hi Folks

It's "Canada Day" today and what better way to celebrate than another excellent review on a Canadian speaker ... aye!

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Mini A Speaker Review

July 2015

Hi Folks,

Please see attached link regarding another superb review on the Bryston Mini A loudspeaker in Soundstage Magazine.

FAVOURITE QUOTES:

“The Mini A speakers’ ability to go effortlessly from soft to loud was admirable for a fairly small speaker.”

“The Brystons simply sounded right as they immersed me in vast, 3D sound-scapes.”

Click on link for full review:

http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/873

gene9p · « **Reply #2178 on:** 1 Jul 2015, 01:45 pm »

I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the Mini A's. They were so much fun to listen to and I loved how they looked with the grilles off. I cannot recommend them enough. I had planned to buy a pair in walnut after selling the Boston Cherry vinyl demos but I had a few more speakers I wanted to audition first. Inexpensive, beautiful look and finish... even in vinyl, terrific sounding, it's the complete package.

James Tanner · « **Reply #2179 on:** 15 Jul 2015, 07:41 pm »

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston AC-1 Center Channel

July 2015

Hi Folks,

We have added the Bryston AC-1 Center speaker to our A Series speaker models.

The AC-1 Center is a larger version of our AC-1 Mini speaker and adds a second midrange and tweeter driver for more power handling.

The AC-1 Center is a perfect match for the Model A1 or Model A2 speaker in a surround setup.

Frequency response and Sound Power