Bryston Loudspeakers

James Tanner · « **Reply #2700 on:** 1 Mar 2019, 11:42 pm »

Hi Folks,

Please see attached an incredible review (English Translation) from a very prominent German Magazine on our Bryston Middle T Loudspeaker.

Superb pictures as well!

In case you do not have time to read the full review here is the conclusion.

IN CONCLUSION:

The Bryston Middle T are characterized by:

1. An "above everything" is balanced tonality; in very low-toned music, the bass likes to play something in the foreground, but does not sound unpleasant and does not cover other frequency ranges, but provides an impressive, stable foundation for the overall performance.

2. Wonderfully clear-cut mids. The midrange is clearly the absolute chocolate side of the Middle T. Resolution, fine dynamics, timbres and transient reproduction are exemplary. Whether voices or instruments, small ensembles or large orchestra, classical or hard rock - the centers of the Canadians are always exemplary. In the price comparison Middle T are here very far ahead.

3. A tweeter, which offers a decent resolution and generally supports the balanced sound rather than dominates.

4. A certain "minimum level requirement", whispering levels are not necessarily the business of Middle T.

5. A fascinating space. Localization, sharpness of contours and the illumination of the recording room in all dimensions are outstanding features of the Bryston speakers.

6. Great dynamic qualities. The excellent fine-dynamic differentiation to which the Middle T are capable comes into its own when you hear something louder. Since they seem to know no bounds, they are ideal for people who also like to hear loud music.[/color]

I have an English translation in PDF of full review - jamestanner@bryston.com

James Tanner · « **Reply #2701 on:** 2 Apr 2019, 12:29 pm »

Bryston

Visiting with Sound Organisation today in Dallas.

Pretty great sounding room for a bunch of fellows used to British hifi!

Hear more at @axpona next weekend.

Mag · « **Reply #2702 on:** 11 May 2019, 10:22 am »

What is the retail price of the A1? I can sell my Paradigm Studios and I'm considering the A1 for surround duty.

James Tanner · « **Reply #2703 on:** 11 May 2019, 11:44 am »

Hi Mag

$4700 list

james

James Tanner · « **Reply #2704 on:** 5 Jun 2019, 10:17 am »

Hi Folks,

I have a new PDF explaining all the reasons why we decided to build Bryston Speakers - title is "Why Bother"

Email me if you want a copy.

james

jamestanner@bryston.com

James Tanner · « **Reply #2705 on:** 19 Jun 2019, 06:55 pm »

Hi Folks,

Great Atmos home theater designed by A.V. Designs using Bryston Model A and Model T Speakers!

james

James Tanner · « **Reply #2706 on:** 1 Aug 2019, 02:20 pm »

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: New Bryston Subwoofers – August 2019

We are introducing a new series of Bryston Subwoofers.

The new Subs are the Model A-8, A-10, A-12 and the Model TS-12 Sub.

Al Subs also available in ‘WIRELESS’ versions.

MODEL A-12 Sub
Enclosure - Reflex
Woofer-12"
H W D (inches) 19 x 14.75 x 17
H W D (mm) 490 x 375 x 430
0 & 180 Phase Adjust-Yes
Balanced In and Out-No
Crossover Adjust Positions- 2
Die Cast Woofer Basket-Yes
DSP Amplitude Response Control- No
Frequency Response (+/-3dB) Hz -26 - 150
High Level In-Yes
Line In and Out-Yes
Low Frequency Response to -10dB Hz-22
Max SPL Anechoic-106
Max SPL In-room-116
Power Watts Continuous RMS-250
Power Watts Peak Dynamic-625
Weight in Kilos-22, Weight in Pounds-48

MODEL TS-12 Sub
Enclosure-Sealed
Woofer 12"
Die Cast Woofer Basket-Yes
Variable Phase Adjust-Yes
H W D (inches)-21.5 x 14.75 x 17
H W D (mm)-550 x 375 x 430
Balanced In and Out-Yes
Crossover Adjust Positions-5
DSP Amplitude Response Control-Yes
Frequency Response (+/-3dB) Hz-18 - 150
High Level In-Yes
Line In and Out-Yes
Low Frequency Response to -10dB Hz-16
Max SPL Anechoic-108
Max SPL In-room-118
Power Watts Continuous RMS-500
Power Watts Peak Dynamic-1250
Weight in Kilos-29, Weight in Pounds-

MODEL A-10 Sub
Enclosure-Reflex
Woofer-10"
H W D (inches)17 x 14.75 x 17
H W D (mm)430 x 375 x 430
0 & 180 Phase Adjust-Yes
Balanced In and Out-No
Crossover Adjust Positions-2
Die Cast Woofer Basket-Yes
DSP Amplitude Response Control-No
Frequency Response (+/-3dB) Hz-28 - 150
High Level In-Yes
Line In and Out-Yes
Low Frequency Response to -10dB Hz-24
Max SPL Anechoic-104
Max SPL In-room-114
Power Watts Continuous RMS-220
Power Watts Peak Dynamic-550
Weight in Kilos-19, Weight in Pounds-41

MODEL A-8 Sub
Enclosure-Reflex
Freq Resp +/-3dB (Hz)-30 - 150
Woofer-8"
H W D (inches)-14.5 x 13 x 17
H W D (mm)-368 x 335 x 430
Power Watts Continuous RMS-200
Power Watts Peak Dynamic-500
Crossover Adjust Positions-2
Low Frequency Response to -10dB Hz-26
Max SPL Anechoic-102
Max SPL In-room-112
Line In and Out-Yes
Balanced In and Out-No
High Level In-Yes
Weight in Pounds-36, Weight in Kilos-16
Die Cast Woofer Basket-Yes
DSP Amplitude Response Control-No
0 & 180 Phase Adjust-Yes

NOTE: We will discontinue the Model T Sub, Model A Sub, Model T-8 and the Model T-12 but continue to offer the Mini-T Sub.

USA List Prices: A8 - $1,400.00 A10 - $1,700.00, A12 - $2,200.00 TS12 - $3,200.00

Bear Heath · « **Reply #2707 on:** 1 Aug 2019, 06:43 pm »

Fantastic ! It’s hard to find subs with high level inputs. REL has them but I can’t use as REL due to having a balanced amp and their Speakon connector.

James Tanner · « **Reply #2708 on:** 6 Sep 2019, 09:41 pm »

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Roberts Bryston System – Beautifully Done!

Sent: Thursday, September 5, 2019.

Hi James,

Please see picture of my Bryston setup.

I now have the Bryston 28B3 mono amplifiers, BP26+MPS2 preamplifier, BDA3 DAC, Bryston cables throughout, Bryston BIT 8 Isolation Transformer and the Bryston Middle T speakers.

Bryston is the absolute best audio gear I have owned. And I have owned a lot of high end gear over the years.

The sound of Bryston is so sweet. Detailed and have the best deep bass and dynamic I have heard. An unbelievable grip on the speaker. Never get tired after hours and hours of listening.

Robert

gene9p · « **Reply #2709 on:** 10 Oct 2019, 04:51 am »

Quote from: James Tanner on 30 Nov 2017, 07:51 pm

Hi Folks,

Mini A speakers in White Oak and White Maple - preference?

james

I see a pair of these on sale from a dealer on AGON....oh so tempting..I am wondering will they work with my Vinnie Rossie LIO integrated?

James Tanner · « **Reply #2710 on:** 10 Oct 2019, 10:47 am »

Hi Gene

What is the power rating on your amp and how big is your room and what levels you usually play at?

james

gene9p · « **Reply #2711 on:** 10 Oct 2019, 03:19 pm »

The Vinnie Rossi Lio integrated uses and AVC tube stage and the mosfet amp module outputs 25 watts. I usually play music at low to medium levels. I had the Mini A's 4 years ago with my bigger Parasound gear but then moved on to the Mini t's. I have since decided to simplify and go smaller. I used the LIO with Harbeth 7's and since went smaller to the Harbeth P3 ESR SE's. Great gear, great sound but I do remember the fun I had with the Mini A's and the white looks soooo damn beautiful. The dealer has also listed several of Mini A's in various wood finishes. ..White, Walnut, Natural Cherry on Audiogon.

James Tanner · « **Reply #2712 on:** 10 Oct 2019, 04:31 pm »

Quote from: gene9p on 10 Oct 2019, 03:19 pm

The Vinnie Rossi Lio integrated uses and AVC tube stage and the mosfet amp module outputs 25 watts. I usually play music at low to medium levels. I had the Mini A's 4 years ago with my bigger Parasound gear but then moved on to the Mini t's. I have since decided to simplify and go smaller. I used the LIO with Harbeth 7's and since went smaller to the Harbeth P3 ESR SE's. Great gear, great sound but I do remember the fun I had with the Mini A's and the white looks soooo damn beautiful. The dealer has also listed several of Mini A's in various wood finishes. ..White, Walnut, Natural Cherry on Audiogon.

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis9hebi-bryston-mini-a-white-full-range
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis9hbd6-bryston-mini-a-light-cherry-full-range
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis9hbd5-bryston-mini-a-walnut-full-range

Update. My offer of 900 plus shipping was accepted!!!!

OK! - please let me know what you think when setup.

james

gene9p · « **Reply #2713 on:** 10 Oct 2019, 04:33 pm »

will do...

wow they sold fast..still another pair of white left... and so did the matching subs!!

gene9p · « **Reply #2714 on:** 16 Oct 2019, 02:10 pm »

Speakers arrived in beautiful Piano Gloss White. I have them set up on a pair of sand filled 28 inch stands. The Vinnie Rossi LIO is having no problem driving them. They need break in time so right now the Harbeth's have the upper hand. I plugged the rear ports as I have done in the past with my Bryston speakers because of distance to the rear wall and I am incorporating my Velodyne sub very lightly. Lot's of great detail and the brightness of the speakers is reducing daily. One nice thing about the LIO is the ability to change tubes, in this case I can add a warmer Amperex 6922 should I feel the need. The gloss white speakers are beautifully built and Bryston packaging is superb for protecting the speakers during shipping. I can recommend this dealer to anyone else who was looking at the ads on Agon for the other Mini A's he has for sale. I will update over the next few weeks as the break in and tweaking continues.

James Tanner · « **Reply #2715 on:** 16 Oct 2019, 03:34 pm »

Thanks Gene.

james

spotlightaudio · « **Reply #2716 on:** 18 Oct 2019, 05:32 pm »

Hi James,

What would one notice most going from mini As to passive mini Ts?

thanks

bsleepy · « **Reply #2717 on:** 18 Oct 2019, 06:54 pm »

Very nice looking.

gene9p · « **Reply #2718 on:** 18 Oct 2019, 10:53 pm »

from my own experience a few years ago..you need lots of power. My original Mini A's worked well with my Parasound amp at 125 per channel but the bigger mini T's were lacking. When I moved up to a bigger Parasound A21, at 250 per the Mini T's really came to life. I also found I preferred the Mini T's on a lower stand...18 inches..and lightly tilted upward. You can see in the above photos my room which has limited space required some tweaking. The sound itself is bigger, bolder and more refined. They are really heavy unlike the Mini A's which are pretty light. If you have the space and the power they are quite incredible sounding. Lot's of detail, not harsh but not warm. Very lifelike sound whether using cd's or or Vinyl. I am not a streamer so I won't be able to answer that question. I do prefer the rear ports plugged with both the Mini A and the T's. Port plugs can be found on Axiom speakers website. I just ordered a pair and they arrived in 2 days, free shipping to NY. from Canada. They fit the Bryston speakers perfect and come in pairs for 28 bucks.
https://www.axiomaudio.com/port-plugs

Hope this helps.

PS: The A's are breaking in nicely and the port plugs bring out the best in the speakers.

spotlightaudio · « **Reply #2719 on:** 19 Oct 2019, 04:21 pm »

Thanks gene9p for your insight !