I had Bryston 3b-st and then 4b-st with NHT 2.5 then 2.9 for about 5 years. At one point I even bi-amped the 2.9 speakers. Which in retrospect seemed a waste of time. The sound with this combination was a little bright and fatiguing for my tastes. Especially, during 10 hour listening sessions (I love my music).
Today after figuring out what I really want in my system I changed to the SST line of Bryston amps with Revel speakers. I would describe the top end of these new amps as being a little softer than the old ST line. I "think" the SST line would have been perfect with my old 2.9's (I have never heard this combo). So the major complaint I had with the old ST/2.9 setup would likely be gone with the SST line.
Now, with my new system, I have tremendous difficulty getting my ass away from the stereo. I listen fatigue free for hours. I also used a SS pre with the ST's and I am also currently using a SS preamp. Never used a tubed pre-amp.
The warranty is transferable. It is also very easy to sell the Bryston amps if they do not meet your requirements. I sold my ST amps on Audigon.
Today after figuring out what I really want in my system I changed to the SST line of Bryston amps with Revel speakers. I would describe the top end of these new amps as being a little softer than the old ST line. I "think" the SST line would have been perfect with my old 2.9's (I have never heard this combo). So the major complaint I had with the old ST/2.9 setup would likely be gone with the SST line.
Now, with my new system, I have tremendous difficulty getting my ass away from the stereo. I listen fatigue free for hours. I also used a SS pre with the ST's and I am also currently using a SS preamp. Never used a tubed pre-amp.
The warranty is transferable. It is also very easy to sell the Bryston amps if they do not meet your requirements. I sold my ST amps on Audigon.