4BSST^2 - Buy One Now Or Wait For Next Gen?

Doug Ravizza · « **on:** 7 Feb 2014, 05:15 pm »

I'm seriously considering getting one but, with the current iteration now around 5 years old, I'm a bit concerned that its replacement might be on the horizon.

-Doug

spinner · « **Reply #1 on:** 7 Feb 2014, 06:12 pm »

Very good question, was thinking the same thing lately

PRELUDE · « **Reply #2 on:** 7 Feb 2014, 07:02 pm »

Quote from: Doug Ravizza on 7 Feb 2014, 05:15 pm

I'm seriously considering getting one but, with the current iteration now around 5 years old, I'm a bit concerned that its replacement might be on the horizon.

-Doug

OK, good question but in that case you should never drive because there will be a new car every time after you buy one.
The 4b is a very nice amp to have regardless of any generation and you will not be disappointed.

Elizabeth · « **Reply #3 on:** 7 Feb 2014, 07:57 pm »

I can say with confidence the SST² series have a huge ability to stay ahead of ANY upgrades i am doing. i am very confident my current 4B-SST² can meet ANY needs I will have in the foreseeable futuree. And I am really fussy.
So with that, as a really demanding owner, you can buy a SST² and be certain it can handle any fine system needs for YEARS AND YEARS to come.

Samurai7595 · « **Reply #4 on:** 7 Feb 2014, 07:59 pm »

Quote from: Elizabeth on 7 Feb 2014, 07:57 pm

I can say with confidence the SST² series have a huge ability to stay ahead of ANY upgrades i am doing. i am very confident my current 4B-SST² can meet ANY needs I will have in the foreseeable futuree. And I am really fussy.

So with that, as a really demanding owner, you can buy a SST² and be certain it can handle any fine system needs for YEARS AND YEARS to come.

+1 from a proud Bryston 4B-SST² owner!

My Bryston amp replaced 2 x Linn Akurate 4200 power amps and I have absolutely no regrets. It's one amazing power amp!

redbook · « **Reply #5 on:** 7 Feb 2014, 08:12 pm »

Well I still run my 4B ST (1999)

and it has (is) still surprising me with it's ability to keep up with all the improvements made along the chain. If the sst is more refined than I think you are safe to just get one ( before Bryston discontinues it . LOL) :

IAMHEP · « **Reply #6 on:** 13 Feb 2014, 01:06 am »

Doug,
I went through the same dilemma but went ahead with a new 4BSST2 because it was such a huge upgrade in my system. I don't think I'll ever regret it. It sounds great. Spending $5k on an amp, I'm going enjoy the heck out of it without second guessing my decision and research. I also bought a BDA-1 a month before the BDA-2 was announced. I was a little bummed but I'm so happy with it I really don't think it's worth the jump to the BDA-2. My new system is killer and the 4BSST2 is the heart of it.

Rod_S · « **Reply #7 on:** 13 Feb 2014, 01:23 am »

I have owned a 4B-SST (original series) from Jan. 2004 up until last month and also still own a 4B-SST C Series, the next iteration of the series and now also own a pair of 28B-SST² amps and the sonic characteristic across the 3 generations is very similar, certainly no night and day differences in my opinion so I wouldn't worry about a new generation if one even comes in the next couple years to sound significantly different unless Bryston starts making tube amps or goes all digital or all Class A

Like you when I heard that Bryston was updating their amps back in 2005/2006 I was very nervous because I still needed a 2nd 4B and a 6B. Luckily the C Series was still undeniably Bryston and my worries were put to rest.

The 4B is a great amp and I wouldn't' wait for something that may not come for a number of years. Get it now and enjoy, that's my recommendation.

drummermitchell · « **Reply #8 on:** 13 Feb 2014, 01:38 am »

Every day you wait..........and wait,you miss out on enjoying the now factor.
I to have amps from 06(4Bsst+7bSST)would I upgrade,sure if I had some mo money.
Almost bought a used pair of 7B-SST2 out of the US,but the seller wouldn't give me the original bill of sale.
Was going to sell the 4 and have the 7's for surround duties.
I wouldn't wait ENJOY now.

spinner · « **Reply #9 on:** 14 Feb 2014, 02:38 pm »

It was said many posts ago that the hi end amps ,as they are, are as good as they will ever ( be except for added features). Buying in at his point you won't miss out.

Doug Ravizza · « **Reply #10 on:** 3 Mar 2014, 07:04 pm »

My thanks to everyone for the responses. I ordered one (4BSST²) this morning from my local dealer. He said it would take around two weeks to arrive. Looking forward to it.

-Doug

redbook · « **Reply #11 on:** 3 Mar 2014, 07:09 pm »

BrysTony · « **Reply #12 on:** 3 Mar 2014, 07:14 pm »

Can't go wrong with a Bryston amp.

Tony

spinner · « **Reply #13 on:** 3 Mar 2014, 07:21 pm »

and heaven looks like this...congrats

drummermitchell · « **Reply #14 on:** 4 Mar 2014, 01:15 am »

Must be Christmas all around here as I just picked up a 6 month old pair 7B-SST2's which these bad boys will do for surround duties,

PRELUDE · « **Reply #15 on:** 4 Mar 2014, 01:47 am »

It is Christmas for sure. It is cold, snow and I have been sick for few days now.
congratulation on new amps guys, enjoy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxIINSCTUa4

drummermitchell · « **Reply #16 on:** 4 Mar 2014, 01:57 am »

Only -31 here instead of -42 the last 3-4 days,niccccccccce or is that ICE.

Fullvolume · « **Reply #17 on:** 4 Mar 2014, 02:51 am »

ahh drummermitchell you're the one that scored the 7's. I was looking at those, I have 7's pre s/n 1825 and 17" black faceplates. Its cheaper to sell mine rather than get upgrades done and faceplates changed!

drummermitchell · « **Reply #18 on:** 4 Mar 2014, 03:20 am »

Fullvolume,sorry about that

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Tried scoring a set on Agon but seller wouldn't give up the bill of sale

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Then these bad boys showed up on Cam,so I traded in my 4Bsst on them +some coin.
Yes upgrades can cost around a grand per amp if doing trans and caps.
My 28s can't receive the new trans as something to do with the chassis but I do believe they have the new caps.
It fine as I use the 60a Torus for them and a 7b-sst for center duty.
Seems the prices have come down on 7's and 28's as far as I have seen with some sellers.
Used 4Bsst is around 23-2500 depending on age.

Fullvolume · « **Reply #19 on:** 4 Mar 2014, 03:26 am »

If you ever want to trade for mine + cash let me know! Lol