Comments for Bryston 9B SST2 Multi-channel Amplifier at http://www.hometheaterhifi.com , comment 1 to 16 out of 16 comments http://www.hometheaterhifi.com Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:59:12 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2786 Dear Mr. Tanner, Had you covered that spilt beer incident mentioned above, it probably would have been a clean sweep on Inside Track. Doesn't Mike know how to advise customers on the proper procedures for spilling? On second thought, this must have been dealt with in Vermont. We don't spill beer in Canada. - Larry Hryshko Thu, 11 Feb 2010 02:32:05 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2785 Here is a portion of a press release posted today (20-11-10): "Peterborough, Ontario February 11th, 2010 — Bryston LTD, builders of the world’s finest audio electronics components has announced that the results of a recent independent survey conducted by Inside Track (entitled the 2010 Supplier Loyalty test) have rated Bryston NUMBER ONE in both the Product Performance and Resolution of Service Return/Repair categories and NUMBER TWO in the Tech Support category. The survey was conducted in 43 US states and 7 Canadian provinces." - JEJ Thu, 11 Feb 2010 01:01:23 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2784 Thanks for pointing out the grammatical mistakes. It was published before I had a chance to do the typo and grammar check. I have corrected the manuscript (2-11-10). - JEJ Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:47:56 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2782 Someone above posted some snark about "where's the specs?". In fact if that poster is truly interested he can go to the Bryston website, or, even better, Stereophiles test reports. The noise,distorotion and spectral plots are among the best in the business. The power ratings are very conservative also. This is a product desinged to work everytime you ask it to for many many years. Even on out of warranty breakage, I have only known one guy to ever have to pay for a repair (he spilled a beer in the amp). Bryston is gear for folks that want something finely made that, just possibly, will last longer than they will! - Rippy Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:54:32 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2778 Thank you Larry for writing a well formatted, thought filled comment. It appears that some on this site are incapable of putting words to their thoughts in a way that conveys intelligence and an opinion that is worth hearing. I must admit that I found this review difficult to follow as the writing mistakes were quite distracting. The difference between there, their, they're, they and the becomes quite apparent when reading this review. I would appreciate better editing on a document that both conveys facts as well as opinions. I happen to own 5 Bryston mono-blocks and love them. They are not for every one or every system as they are expensive and require good equipment to pair with. Setup properly though, they have an amazing sound and the value is apparent when you take resale and warranty into account. I have compared my Brystons to Anthem's Statement line and, while they are both excellent products, I prefer the Brystons as they have a bit better control of the speakers and actually focus the sound better. I wouldn't consider myself to be a "High-end" audiophile but I do focus more on sound quality than video. Just my opinions though. - Dave Wed, 10 Feb 2010 06:09:45 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2777 Value of any purchase has different meaning to every person. As well, what you choose to spend your money on is not always the same as what the next person chooses to spend their money on. It is great that Emotiva offers amplifiers at such a low price point. But if price is only reason you choose an amplifier, well then why did you waste all that money on a new Emotiva? You could have spent much less on a used amp. No where in my review did I state that this is the best value in amplifiers. What you get with the purchase of this amplifier is one of the best warranties OF ANY CONSUMER PRODUCT period. If that is important to you, and it is to me, then this significantly increases the value of the purchase. Value is in more than just $$$/Watts. - If that is your only consideration, then obviously this is not the kind of products you are in the market for. I choose to spend my hard earned money on HiFi gear, my brother on the other hand chooses to spend his on power tools. He was shocked when I told him how much this amplifier cost, yet thinks nothing of spending $20 on a hammer. I appreciate the comments, and am pleased to know that people are reading. JR - Jared Rachwalski Wed, 10 Feb 2010 04:00:59 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2772 Thanks Robert, I’m glad at least someone is! ;) There is a difference between someone offering an intelligent response or point of discussion than just bashing because it makes them feel better about themselves -“some people just like to watch the world burn.” I love the use of “Snake-oil”, someone should clarify what that really means. Because a manufacturer builds more expensive products does not mean they aren’t what they’re said to be! Is anyone denying Bryston is fooling anyone with their performance? Does anyone really think Bryston and Emotiva spend the same amount on building an amp and Bryston decides to mark it up 600% while Emotiva marks theirs up for 20% over cost? Don’t get me wrong, I’m amazed what OPPO and Emotiva can offer at those price points, and if you ask Bryston or Denon they’d say the same thing, they can’t compete purely on price alone. So they build more solidly, for the long term with better parts. Look at the faceplate alone, it’s solid Aluminum for God’s sake. The car analogy has been beaten to death, but it’s a good one. All cars go from point A to B, and it’s amazing that a car sold for $25,000 can get so close in performance as a car selling for 2 and 3 times that amount yet we buy them, why? It’s all the other tangible/intangibles that shape our choices. It’s the incremental improvements (especially in the audio world) that we look for and are willing to spend more on. People do not understand rebranding either but that’s another discussion. Digital is not everything, again another discussion. Measurements and graphs aren’t everything and if we can’t trust our own ears then it doesn’t matter what you listen to. I’m always amazed when someone says they can’t hear a difference but a graph tells them it’s better, then they believe it. I’m the opposite, if a graph tells me it’s better and I don’t hear it, the graph is pointless to me. Ranting, but that’s another discussion too. High end audio is dying!? Who the hell thinks that? I am totally understanding buying within your means, for me it’s about enjoying the music/movie. There are great products out there that will last and give great performance at reasonable prices, terrific enjoy them! I don’t buy based on price alone or reputation alone, but on hearing the product, talking to others who have clear understanding and open-minds and then making an educated decision. And guess what, we all make mistakes. - Piero Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:12:39 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2767 Hi Piero, I read all your reviews over the years here at Secrets. And I know exactly what you're saying about the quality parts that goes into Bryston products. You are absolutely right, but you didn't have to reiterate these facts, we are smart and know that already. We like to know more about what's new than old news, you know what I'm saying... Anyway, my point remains the same, I love Bryston, but for my precious dollars, I'll go with Emotiva for 10 times less money, and total satisfaction, plus lots of cash left over for high end speakers, and going out with the wife to the Opera house, after drinking some fine dry red wine over a nice filet mignon meal. I just like to have my priorities straight, smart, concise, precise, and simply where they truly belong. Hey, that's who I truly am... - Robert Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:17:55 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2765 Rolex, Timex. They both tell time, but...? I have a 30 year old Bryston amp that still sounds great after nearly three decades of use and abuse (in college). It was also fixed for free, off warranty, after I accidently dropped it off a table. The suggestion that the parts inside an Emotiva and Bryston are the same is probably incorrect. Emotiva is a great product, Bryston even better, IMHO. Is is worth the money? Well, at $335/year for worry-free use, resale like a Mercedes, and great sound, it is not such a bad deal. Whenever possible, people should try before they buy. However, as the happy owner of five Bryston amps, I feel neither insane nor delusional. Fortunately, I will get the chance to compare my 7B-STs to my friend's XPA-1s very soon. If the XPAs win, I would still be able to sell my Brystons for nearly as much as I paid. As always, do your research, get the best you can realistically afford, and be happy. Remember, this is just gear. It doesn't make you better, smarter, wiser. And I have a Timex.....so I can pay for better audio. - Larry Hryshko Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:07:38 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2762 While I agree the price is a bit hard to swallow, you guys should not group Bryston with the typical over-priced under-engineered "high-end" company. Paul Baldwin, can you please provide proof of your statement, or should we just assume you pulled it out of your *%$? - Tyler Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:11:17 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2760 Here we go Bryston trying to defend their insane prices, for that price the amp should be class D and put our 2-3 times the power. Oh but I forgot the "audiophiles" don't line anything new so class D is out. - Willis_ Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:40:47 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2758 Give me a break. The parts quality in this amp are no better than an $800 Emotiva. High end audio is dying and its up to the esoteric companies to either adapt or cease to exist. - Paul Baldwin Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:22:05 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2753 There is no doubt that Bryston has been making excellent products at their plant in PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Canada for many years. Much of the price has to do with the fact that it is manufactured in Canada and not overseas thus substantially increased labor costs along with an unprecedented warranty. I do wonder, however, in recent times. regardless of price, the "innards" of many of these units(high-end or otherwise) are pretty much ALL manufactured and imported from overseas which makes one wonder how, in this case and of course considering the competition, the company can STILL justify its price point? - Ron Mon, 08 Feb 2010 23:23:44 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2750 Bryston starts from the ground up on all their amps with almost exclusively proprietary parts, and is made and assembled in Canada. They are solidly built and back their products for years. Tell me if in 5 years, 10 years, or 20 years if your mass produced receiver will sound as good as this Bryston. This is a product you buy for life. No measurements will tell you that. - Piero Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:24:08 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2746 Wow! I know Briston is great, and 20-year warranty is the best... But, today, we can all get an Emotiva amp or two, that will totally satysfy our needs for much more less. $6,700, let me stop in my feet here for a moment, and use my brains to aqnalyse the situation... That's right, I don't have to, because I know already the intelligence of most people reading this. We are not living in the 70's anymore, it is the year 2010, which is already the future. But, is it a smart future, or one that is desillusional? That is the question. Bryston, you make very good amps, with the very best warranty, but as a Canadian myself, I'm asking you to readjust your prices with the harsh reality we live in. And I know you can do it, but will you? How long till someone else like Emotiva, put you out of business? And I was proud to be a Canadian! - Robert Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:19:29 +0100 http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/amplifiers-products-menu-column1-40/768-bryston-9bsst2-multi-channel-amplifier.html#comment-2739 No benchmarks or measurements? Looks like another overpriced amp that does not offer anything "different" from much cheaper makers. - Willis_ Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:56:45 +0100