[James Tanner]

James,

Sorry i was not more specific in my query on updating to the Cubed series. I know you said in previous posts the larger series would have to be re-certified, so they were a no go. Is the same now true for the 4B model?

Thanks again!

Hi

Yes sorry any upgrade has the same issue.

james

[papalips]

Thanks James, and thanks for all the hard work trying to help those of us hoping to experience the new magic out.... despite all the efforts of regulators to the contrary!

[James Tanner]

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston 2.5B Cubed Review

June 2016

Hi Folks,

Please see the link below for a review on the new Bryston 2.5B Cubed amplifier.


The little amplifier that could:

               Bryston 2.5B3

Built to last literally decades, the Bryston 2.5B3 stereo power amp sounds like a winner to the Audiophiliac.


http://www.cnet.com/news/the-little-amplifier-that-could-bryston-2-5b3/


James

[Hikmer]

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston 2.5B Cubed Review

June 2016

Hi Folks,

Please see the link below for a review on the new Bryston 2.5B Cubed amplifier.

The little amplifier that could:

               Bryston 2.5B3

Built to last literally decades, the Bryston 2.5B3 stereo power amp sounds like a winner to the Audiophiliac.


http://www.cnet.com/news/the-little-amplifier-that-could-bryston-2-5b3/


James

Looks like they are using the OPPO headphone amp as a preamp.  Is anyone else doing this and to what success are people having?  I am slso considering doing this but haven't had time to test it out...also anyone care to chime in if it is worth the extra effort to go fully balanced? I would have to acquire some cables to connect my OPPO 105 directly to the Bryston 4B3 using variable volume output.

[techguy0192]

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston 2.5B Cubed Review

June 2016

Hi Folks,

Please see the link below for a review on the new Bryston 2.5B Cubed amplifier.


The little amplifier that could:

               Bryston 2.5B3

Built to last literally decades, the Bryston 2.5B3 stereo power amp sounds like a winner to the Audiophiliac.


http://www.cnet.com/news/the-little-amplifier-that-could-bryston-2-5b3/


James

Glad to see a review for the 2.5B3.  I plan to place the order for my new 2B this week.

[Armaegis]

Looks like they are using the OPPO headphone amp as a preamp.  Is anyone else doing this and to what success are people having?  I am slso considering doing this but haven't had time to test it out...also anyone care to chime in if it is worth the extra effort to go fully balanced? I would have to acquire some cables to connect my OPPO 105 directly to the Bryston 4B3 using variable volume output.

I think the interface on the Oppo HA-1 is fantastic, but sonically it's like an ice pick in my ear.

[Grit]

I think the interface on the Oppo HA-1 is fantastic, but sonically it's like an ice pick in my ear.

I LOVE the image your description evokes! I do love Oppo's disc players, but I've never been interested in their audio quality.

It's too bad interface quality and sound quality seem to be inversely proportional (at least from a cell phone or tablet point of view... I rarely use a computer while sitting and listening).

[James Tanner]

Hi Folks,

Email me if you want the PDF - jamestanner@bryston.com


July 2016


Hi Folks,

Please see PDF of a review on the new Bryston 14B Cubed amplifier from Australian Hi-Fi Magazine.

I have to say these Aussies do very in-depth reviews indeed!



Favourite Quote:

“Overall, the Bryston 14Bᶟ delivered superb performance on Newport Test Labs' test bench: indeed its one of the best-performing amplifiers I have ever evaluated-maybe even the outright best -with no weak spots anywhere in its performance. 

It has incredibly high power output, incredibly low noise and distortion and a superbly flat and extended frequency response. 

An amazing achievement by Bryston and a fitting memorial for the design talents of Dr Loan Alexandru Salomie.” 

Steve Holding

[schmidtmike76]

I couldn't be happier with the 2.5(3).  It has oodles of power for what I need and I've never felt short.  My listening tastes vary from heavy metal to heavier metal.  I was thinking the 3 maybe the 4 but after I heard what this amp could do on its own I was sold.

[James Tanner]

Hi Folks,

Another review regarding the new Bryston 14B Cubed amplifier!

http://www.magazine-audio.com/bryston-14b-sst3/

Favourite Quote:

“The Bryston 14B SST3 is the best experience I have had to date with a new product.

I tip my hat to engineers who have risen to the challenge of bringing a soul to their achievement,
one might almost say a strand of humanity, the sound is so emotional.”

James Tanner
Bryston Ltd.

[CanadianMaestro]

That really is a great quote!

An amp with a soul and "a strand of humanity". 

They must be running out of adjectives. Or born-again Christians?   

[James Tanner]

Hi James

Good morning,

The Bryston 2.5B Cubed amplifier has about 30 hours of use now.

I don’t recall another amplifier that sounded this good, this soon.

In fact, it is a pleasure to listen to, even at this point in the break-in process. I’ll reserve any final judgments until it has about 100 hours of use, but I have to tell you, somewhat amazed, that we’re off to a very good start!

All the best,
Jerry Seigel
Editor - 10 Audio
ears@10Audio.com
www.10Audio.com

[James Tanner]

Magnepan and Bryston - quite the combo !

http://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/part-2-magneplanar-1-7i-loudspeakers/

james

[James Tanner]

Hi James,

Amps (7B Cubed) in the house!!  Got them this afternoon.

Please find attached pictures and feel free to use them. 

Amps are plugged directly to the wall.  I am very impressed by the overall sound quality. 



Been listening to some Diana Krall, great SQ..

The Masquerade by George Benson sounds so good, especially the percussion, wow... Very first impressions..

Thx James

Aksel

[Whyme]

What is the retail price for integrated amp 135 cubed with and without internal DAC? Also, in terms of capability, does the internal DAC performs similar to BPA 2 or 3?

Thanks.

[James Tanner]

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT:  Bryston – Customer Feedback Bryston 28B’s

Mr. Tanner:

Recently purchased a pair of your 28B Cubed amplifiers. The 28B Cubed has remarkable timing accuracy. The same characteristic  That reveals, previously unheard, tape "Blurbles" (immortal  Solti "Ring of the Nielblung") also exposes seemingly "more" piano notes.



This is the only power amp that I know of that does this. Certainly little thought is given to a DAC kind of digital specification for basic analogue signal amplification. The interesting thing is that, for L/C/R systems, it is vital that ALL three amps are Cubed otherwise the less precise center channel timing will muddy the common L/R information. This then is my explanation of why my recent change from the 28B Squared to the Cubed center amp (3rd 28B Cubed) was so pronounced.  Not sure how this "Timing" thing is perceived with other equipment. Logic would predicate that, for Digital sources, the DAC in circuit would be dispositive. I use two of Daniel Weiss' DAC1 MK III (electronically equal to his HiEnd "Medus") for L/C/R. Interestingly, when upgrading from Weiss' excellent DAC 202 to the DAC1 MK III I noticed a similar but less pronounced phenomen.

FYI I have used your Cubed amps to replace monoblocked (edit). However, at the dawn of the, unannounced, Cubed release I verified that even the 28B Squared amps were a substantial upgrade from my (edit). The (edit)  Monoblocked) has a special reputation in certain circles. It presently lists for something like $30,000. However it might be more fair to compare your 28B Cubed to (edit). The (edit) lists for $75-80,000! A stereo amp it uses 40 output devices and is a somewhat upgraded '90s design. It will do 600 WPC @ 4 ohms and something like 1950 watts when monoblocked into 4 ohms.  Most people have never seen a (edit) (a Bar Refrigerator sized Chrome extravaganza) in the flesh. But the word is that it is no match, in stereo, for two monoblocked (edit). Therefore, the fair comparison to two 28B Cubed amps (for $22,000) would be two (edit) (for $150,000+).

So don't hide your light under a bushel-market the 28B Cubed as a successor to all those ultra snooty and expensive Class A tubes and $50K Solid State Flagship amps.

Sincerely, Bruce Bisenz

[Tympani]

Nice reviews. But James, how 'bout some real pictures of the 28 Cubes, now that they're in full circulation

[James Tanner]

Ya we have to get some pics done - we are selling everyone we make so I am a little behind.

james

[James Tanner]

Hi,

i picked up my 3B Cubed today.

i just laid down on my couch and had an intimate, private concert from Leonard Cohen, his band and back up singers. NAD M51 dac with RCA plugs into the amp, amp out to Linn Ninka speakers, played from my Mac iTunes library (cd burned onto computer, Leonard Cohen greatest hits ). i have never heard Cohen like this before. simply sublime. sublime. I had hoped for this, but did not expect such rich sound, nuance, detail, and clarity. and so musical.

My sincere respect to the Bryston team,

Chris

[plurn]

Hi Folks,

Email me if you want the PDF - jamestanner@bryston.com


July 2016


Hi Folks,

Please see PDF of a review on the new Bryston 14B Cubed amplifier from Australian Hi-Fi Magazine.

I have to say these Aussies do very in-depth reviews indeed!

...

This review is available online now:
http://www.avhub.com.au/product-reviews/hi-fi/bryston-14b179-power-amplifier-review-test-431015

That review also links to this pdf version which includes the lab report:
http://i.nextmedia.com.au/Assets/AHF_Bryston14B3.pdf

Anthony