The BP26 sounds different than the BR20.
The BP26 has more fullness and punch in the region between say between 50Hz and 300Hz. Transients are very well defined and immediate. The 26 has a more forward sound with the soundstage projecting forward from the speakers - so a more 'in the room' presentation.
The BR20 is a slightly more distant presentation with the soundstage moving backwards and outwards from the speakers. There is an "ease" about the sound with the BR20 - it never seems to push the sound at you - there is never a sense of strain or stridency. Voices are extraordinary.
So I think it becomes more a choice of the presentation you prefer and the type of music listen too as well as the feature set rather than which one is better.
Hi James!
I´ve been thinking of trading my BP-6 for a BR20 and already contacted a dealer for prices. But, without demoing, I´m afraid it´s not a significant upgrade.
My main system (4bsst2+magnepan1.7+RelT7) plays essentially Classical Music and Jazz.
I need lot of dinamics for transients and appreciate big soundstage.
Comes to mind if I shouldn´t move to magnepan 3.7i instead of a BR20. However, I´m sure this will push me to the need of a powerfull bryston amp that I can´t afford
What do you, James, and other members, think of this? Is a BR20 a true upgrade or a side move?
Best regards.
