Opinions needed please

Silver Member

Username: Danman

QUEBEC
CANADA

Post Number: 735
Registered: Apr-04

Posted on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 09:26 am:

I have a Bryston 4B-ST running Martin Logan Quests. The sound is wonderful but I was wondering if it would be a good idea to bi-amp with another 4B-ST or buy a newer 4B-SST model? What do you think?

Silver Member

Username: Danman

QUEBEC
CANADA

Post Number: 736
Registered: Apr-04

Posted on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 11:10 am:

I think I should word better my question!

What I want to know is that should I go with 2 4B-ST's or just one 4B-SST (newer model)? The reason I ask is that I am wanting those that have experimented with the brand and let me know if I would get a significant change in sound with the newer model. The ST series in itself is already amazing but I know that my Logan's would most likely benefit from 2 amps as they are harder to drive than regular speakers.

Platinum Member

Username: Nuck

Post Number: 11770
Registered: Dec-04

Posted on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 12:37 pm:

Hi again Danman.
Is your amp straining to drive the ML's?
Do you have to limit the power to protect the amp or speakers?
How hot does the amp run now?

Silver Member

Username: Danman

QUEBEC
CANADA

Post Number: 737
Registered: Apr-04

Posted on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 01:17 pm:

No the amp has mega power!

Bryston 4b's do run quite warm even at idle so that is not an issue. There are no issues at all with the amp itself I was just wondering what would be the benefits of doing one or the other.

Nick K

Gold Member

Username: Nickelbut10

Post Number: 2399
Registered: Jun-07

Posted on Friday, March 13, 2009 - 05:37 pm:

I think the power of One 4b of any sorts is plenty of juice for your speakers. Going from a ST to a SST model however would be a significant upgrade in sound from what I hear. The VP of Bryston claims that the new processor in the latest SST products makes a big difference. I recently heard some new Bryston gear and I would agree.

Silver Member

Username: Danman

QUEBEC
CANADA

Post Number: 738
Registered: Apr-04

Posted on Saturday, March 14, 2009 - 06:26 pm:

I agree with you and have ordered the new 4B-SST2 through Bryston. Thanks

Platinum Member

Username: Nuck

Post Number: 11782
Registered: Dec-04

Posted on Saturday, March 14, 2009 - 08:11 pm:

No shite?!?

Cool man!

Where does the 'EX' go?

Silver Member

Username: Soundgame

Richmond Hill Toronto, Ontario
Canada

Post Number: 690
Registered: Jun-08

Posted on Sunday, March 15, 2009 - 09:07 am:

Danman...talk about pulling the trigger..wow!

What are you going to do with your exising 4B-ST, second system or up for sale? It's going to be awesome to do a comparision between the two.

Would you please let us know how it compares with the ST? Thanks.

Platinum Member

Username: Nuck

Post Number: 11789
Registered: Dec-04

Posted on Sunday, March 15, 2009 - 09:39 am:

oh, I see the CAM listing.

Silver Member

Username: Danman

QUEBEC
CANADA

Post Number: 739
Registered: Apr-04

Posted on Sunday, March 15, 2009 - 11:59 am:

It is for sale as we speak on CAM and Quebec Audio as well as Audio Circle. Hoping to sell it fast as it has a brand new silver 19" faceplate that replaced a 17" black one. The amp is like brand new as I always take really good care of my stuff. I will let you know of the difference for sure when I get it.

Silver Member

Username: Soundgame

Richmond Hill Toronto, Ontario
Canada

Post Number: 692
Registered: Jun-08

Posted on Sunday, March 15, 2009 - 03:10 pm:

It looks sweeeet Danman. Tempting...I'm sure it will go pretty fast.

Silver Member

Username: Danman

QUEBEC
CANADA

Post Number: 740
Registered: Apr-04

Posted on Sunday, March 15, 2009 - 05:00 pm:

George I PM'ed you. I have a question that I believe you can help me with.

Gold Member

Username: Dmitchell

Ottawa, Ontario
Canada

Post Number: 2281
Registered: Feb-07

Posted on Sunday, March 15, 2009 - 07:58 pm:

Congrats Danman. From one trigger-puller to the next, good call. I'd love to hear the new line of SSTs. Let us all know when you get it.

Art

Gold Member

Username: Artk

Albany, Oregon
USA

Post Number: 9164
Registered: Feb-05

Posted on Sunday, March 15, 2009 - 08:38 pm:

and pics please...

Nick K

Gold Member

Username: Nickelbut10

Post Number: 2400
Registered: Jun-07

Posted on Sunday, March 15, 2009 - 09:22 pm:

Congrats Danman.

Silver Member

Username: Danman

QUEBEC
CANADA

Post Number: 741
Registered: Apr-04

Posted on Monday, March 16, 2009 - 09:38 am:

Almost sold already!! 99%

Will do everybody. Pics and a write up will follow when I get it and have a serious listen.

Platinum Member

Username: Nuck

Post Number: 11805
Registered: Dec-04

Posted on Monday, March 16, 2009 - 05:36 pm:

When is delivery Danman?
Are they shipping quick from the factory?

Silver Member

Username: Danman

QUEBEC
CANADA

Post Number: 742
Registered: Apr-04

Posted on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 - 08:19 am:

Not sold afterall! The guy changed his mind! No problem....I should expect this.

Delivery should be soon. Not sure yet.

Gold Member

Username: Dmitchell

Ottawa, Ontario
Canada

Post Number: 2297
Registered: Feb-07

Posted on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 - 08:22 am:

I go through this all the time when selling stuff.

Gold Member

Username: Dmitchell

Ottawa, Ontario
Canada

Post Number: 2299
Registered: Feb-07

Posted on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 - 09:48 am:

Danman, I heard that there would be no price increase on the 4B SST2 over the previous version SST. Is this true?

Silver Member

Username: Danman

QUEBEC
CANADA

Post Number: 743
Registered: Apr-04

Posted on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 - 10:50 am:

Not supposed to be from what they printed on their site.

Silver Member

Username: Soundgame

Richmond Hill Toronto, Ontario
Canada

Post Number: 705
Registered: Jun-08

Posted on Friday, March 20, 2009 - 09:48 pm:

Any ETA yet, Danman??

It's a recession, there's lots of people second guessing their purchases right now. You'll sell the old one Danman, just give her some time. Heck, who knows, I may come after it.

Gold Member

Username: Dmitchell

Ottawa, Ontario
Canada

Post Number: 2322
Registered: Feb-07

Posted on Friday, March 20, 2009 - 09:52 pm:

It happens all the time. I had someone win my Brystons on ebay (yeah, I know - ebay sucks but I get more $ for stuff on ebay than CAM or Agon). Anyway, the winning bidder just went "poof" and disappeared after winning them. I guess the price tag scared him.

Silver Member

Username: Soundgame

Richmond Hill Toronto, Ontario
Canada

Post Number: 706
Registered: Jun-08

Posted on Friday, March 20, 2009 - 09:54 pm:

So Dave, you haven't sold your Bryston 120's?

Gold Member

Username: Dmitchell

Ottawa, Ontario
Canada

Post Number: 2323
Registered: Feb-07

Posted on Friday, March 20, 2009 - 09:56 pm:

Yup. I just shipped them today. I did a "second chance offer" to the next highest bidder and got exactly what I paid for them. I enjoyed them for free.

Silver Member

Username: Danman

QUEBEC
CANADA

Post Number: 744
Registered: Apr-04

Posted on Sunday, March 22, 2009 - 10:04 am:

Should have the new amp by the end of this week. Hoping to sell my other one soon. Looking forward to comparing the 2.

Platinum Member

Username: Nuck

Post Number: 11884
Registered: Dec-04

Posted on Sunday, March 22, 2009 - 10:26 am:

We are looking forward to your new setup, Danman.
Is the wait killing you yet?