2.5 SST2 c series or 3B SST C series

[Forte 4A]

Originally Posted by gbaby

I, too, am thinking about buying the 2.5. Please report an honest assessment of its sonic quality when you have a chance to evaluate it.

Will do.

[Grit]

I JUST went through experiencing break-in on a new Bryston amp. I almost cried the first day I put it in. 20-30 hours seemed to help significantly, and after about 100 hours, I felt it was what the demo amp I heard sounded like.

From what little I know and have read, electronics benefit from an on/off break-in, whereas speakers can maybe just have a continuous "on" break-in. I tried to run it for several hours on, and then off for several hours. Your mileage may vary though.

- Garrett

[Forte 4A]

Originally Posted by Grit

I JUST went through experiencing break-in on a new Bryston amp. I almost cried the first day I put it in. 20-30 hours seemed to help significantly, and after about 100 hours, I felt it was what the demo amp I heard sounded like.

From what little I know and have read, electronics benefit from an on/off break-in, whereas speakers can maybe just have a continuous "on" break-in. I tried to run it for several hours on, and then off for several hours. Your mileage may vary though.

- Garrett

Thanks for the feedback. I'm curious was it harsh at the top end?? What was it's sonic signature during the break in period.

[Grit]

Started out kinda flat/dull. Poor sound stage/imaging. About mid-way though it was a bit bright, but the imaging had improved a lot.

[Forte 4A]

Originally Posted by Grit

Started out kinda flat/dull. Poor sound stage/imaging. About mid-way though it was a bit bright, but the imaging had improved a lot.

Thanks for the description. Now for the hard part waiting 3 weeks for the amp to arrive.

[James Tanner - Bryston]

Originally Posted by Forte 4A

Thanks for the description. Now for the hard part waiting 3 weeks for the amp to arrive.

Hi Forte

Tell the dealer to email me directly and I will speed it up for you.

jamestanner@bryston.com

[Forte 4A]

Originally Posted by James Tanner - Bryston

Hi Forte

Tell the dealer to email me directly and I will speed it up for you.

jamestanner@bryston.com

Fantastic. Thank you!! I'll talk to John tomorrow as his store is open Sunday.

[Forte 4A]

Originally Posted by James Tanner - Bryston

Hi Forte

Tell the dealer to email me directly and I will speed it up for you.

jamestanner@bryston.com

Just picked up my 2.5 amp today. Thanks for the quick delivery. I've had it in my system for just a few hours and wow what a improvement. Tighter bass more detail and a more defined sound stage. I feel like I'm getting the full potential out of my Aerial 6's. The Bryston also matches very well w/my Audio Research preamp. Again thanks for the great customer service.

[gbaby]

Originally Posted by Forte 4A

Just picked up my 2.5 amp today. Thanks for the quick delivery. I've had it in my system for just a few hours and wow what a improvement. Tighter bass more detail and a more defined sound stage. I feel like I'm getting the full potential out of my Aerial 6's. The Bryston also matches very well w/my Audio Research preamp. Again thanks for the great customer service.

You've had this amp long enough to give an opinion on its sonic trait. How is it?

[Forte 4A]

Originally Posted by gbaby

You've had this amp long enough to give an opinion on its sonic trait. How is it?

I would say the 2.5 is neutral sound wise. It let's the speaker be what it is. No coloration. I have better clarity and detail w/my music. I listened to a Grant Green album W/Bobby Hutchinson on Vibes and the top end detail and sparkle that was missing in the past was there. You can play music at low late night levels and the detail is there. Don't be fooled by the 135wpc power. There is plenty of muscle to drive a variety of speakers. Not much is said about the 2.5 but it is a gem. The best amp I have had in my system period.