[James Tanner]

Hi 1oldguy,

I would need the serial numbers to tell for sure.

james

[Viajero5000]

Hi James, for the 14B, the change took place wef serial number 677, correct?

[1oldguy]

Hi 1oldguy,

I would need the serial numbers to tell for sure.

james

Hi James

001843
001844
001845
001846
001847

[1oldguy]

Hi Joe,

Yes I think there is a lot of misunderstanding on the evolution of the amplifiers. 

The original 28B SST did not have the latest transformer designs we are currently using.  This new design is very recent in the 7B's (about 4 months).  We tried it on the 28B's first (about 6 months ago) to see if we felt it was worth doing and have since decided to use the same designs on the more recent 7B's and 14B's as well.

james

From this post there could be no way I have the the New Transformers.My amps are going on  10 months at this point.

[James Tanner]

From this post there could be no way I have the the New Transformers.My amps are going on  10 months at this point.

I am working on getting all this info together - should have it next week. The months are a guess so please do not hold me to that. It may have been longer.  I have a meeting with the production guys on Monday.

james

[Ron D]

It will be great to get all the info together. I was going to email Mike Pickett but will wait until you update us. Maybe this time I won't forget the faceplate upgrade to the "C" version which is what I did when I sent my 14B-SST (S/N 180) in for the "choke" upgrade back in 07...   

[1oldguy]

I am working on getting all this info together - should have it next week. The months are a guess so please do not hold me to that. It may have been longer.  I have a meeting with the production guys on Monday.

James

Thank-You James.

[95Dyna]

Hi James

001843
001844
001845
001846
001847

Hi Oldguy,

It's my understanding that any serial number after 1825 has the new power supply.  I have 1850 and 1851 purchased in late June last year so the new PS in the 7's has to be more than 4 months ago.  Look at the footnote at the bottom of page 4 of the review where this is confirmed:

http://www.stereophile.com/solidpoweramps/bryston_7b_sstsup2sup_monoblock_power_amplifier/index3.html



Bill

[1oldguy]

Hi Oldguy,

It's my understanding that any serial number after 1825 has the new power supply.  I have 1850 and 1851 purchased in late June last year so the new PS in the 7's has to be more than 4 months ago.  Look at the footnote at the bottom of page 4 of the review where this is confirmed:

http://www.stereophile.com/solidpoweramps/bryston_7b_sstsup2sup_monoblock_power_amplifier/index3.html



Bill

While that is true  I have seen the article as well, this is not what James alluded to in his above post.
I do thank you for trying to help an oldguy out. But I will wait to see if it is indeed the fact or not.I'd rather not assume.
The timeline, if James is correct,and  I can't see why he wouldn't be,affirms I have the old transformer.Time will tell I'm sure.
My amps are 10 months old.The new transformers were included 4 months ago.There really isn't any way I have the new transformers.

[1oldguy]

For the record I'm sure this will be rectified.Bryston are the best to deal with.I wouldn't feel this way if it were some other company.

[1oldguy]

Is there a way to tell by looking perhaps?

[95Dyna]

Is there a way to tell by looking perhaps?

All I can say is the review has a footnote quoting James saying that 1826 and up have the new transformer.  James told me the same thing in a PM.  James also stated above not to hold him to the number of months meaning the serial number cutoff for the new PS is what reigns. 

[James Tanner]

Hi guys,
I am back. Had a little time off with my family in South America, we have a small family vineyard in Chile. Nice to be back.

Just wanted to say that I am going to host The NYAR RAve in March, maybe Bryston would like to send an amp for us to audition in the flesh.
I need about 100 to 150 watts, I use a tube preamp so the amp would need to be tube preamp friendly. Something burned in would be good.

Let us hear what the Bryston sound is like in front of a full group of audiophiles with diverse backgrounds and diverse tastes.

A challenge of sorts.

I promise to be a good boy, and instead of a reviewer giving the review, let the members of AC(outside of the Bryston circle) give their review, so we can put this topic to bed. A laurel leaf.

Thanks

Mike

Hi Mike

Welcome back - boy talk about Daniel in the lions den!

jame

[werd]

send him a 4B, best amp alive for the power he wants.

[James Tanner]

well

what do you think about my idea?, it can't be that impossible.

I believe nothing is impossible.

c'mon James you can pull a few strings...you must  know somebody at Bryston!

What speakers and preamp are you using?

james

[James Tanner]

Even a 3b would be fine, I don't need tons of power, speakers are Audio Physic Virgo 2's 89 db 4 ohm, but they tend to be a tough 4 ohm.
I use 100 watts tubes with no problems.
Preamp is Emotive Audio  Sira  w/ Vcaps
As long as there is a stiff power supply all will be well.
Just need the  impedances to work with the tube pre. 47 k or better please!

Thanks
Any of you Bryston circle guys want to come?
You are more than welcome, I have a spare bedroom if someone wants to sleep over(recommended).

Mike

Hi Mike,

Ok I will see what I can do.

james

[werd]

Even a 3b would be fine, I don't need tons of power, speakers are Audio Physic Virgo 2's 89 db 4 ohm, but they tend to be a tough 4 ohm.
I use 100 watts tubes with no problems.
Preamp is Emotive Audio  Sira  w/ Vcaps
As long as there is a stiff power supply all will be well.
Just need the  impedances to work with the tube pre. 47 k or better please!

Thanks
Any of you Bryston circle guys want to come?
You are more than welcome, I have a spare bedroom if someone wants to sleep over(recommended).

Mike

  turn it in to a Murder mystery theme party.... who killed the Bryston guy.....
Sounds awesome would love to come but i have to much on my plate atm.

[werd]

Trust me..if you never attended a rave it is a great thing
some fast and hard friendships have been bonded over these things,
its bigger than audio, any of you guys somewhat close to North Jersey?

mike

How about Volks with the Rolex avatar,, the Rolex guy lives in Sands Point LI, is that you?

It sounds awesome ..... the invitation is cool. i was just kidding....

[toobluvr]

TR is an excellent guy.   He's just misunderstood around these parts.   

I've never met him but we've developed a friendship over many phone conversations.   He is very friendly, has a great sense of humor, and is passionate about audio.  But he also has perspective and doesn't think audio is life and death.  He's a bit of a jokester who likes to stir the pot sometimes and watch you guys overreact.  He sets the trap and you guys fall right into it.  I don't interpret anything he's said here as mean spirited or out of line.

Besides...who cares what anyone else thinks or likes?      There's room enough for all points of view, so long as respectfulness and decorum are observed.  Just build your system as you like it and enjoy.  If someone criticizes it or disagrees with your choices, so what?  If you are confident and secure about things, that's just water off a duck's ass.

Not that he needs me to defend him.  I've watched these skirmishes with bemusement and quite frankly, disbelief at the level of anger that he can provoke.  Some of you guys just don't "get him" and are waaaay too defensive.  If you were to meet him in real life, I'm sure you'd enjoy killing an afternoon over beers with Mr. Roast Beef.

Just my 2 cents.

[James Tanner]

Got this this morning from a new US Dealer:


"James:

Can I please have a current Price List?  The one I have is dated June ’09.

The 7BSST2’s freaking rock!  You should hear the Magico V2’s with those bad boys driving them….!

Best
Mike Twomey"