Tube Preamp to go with Bryston SST2 amp and Magnepan 1.7i speakers

Not crazy. While shopping for speakers years ago, I had an extended audition of the Arial 7t using an all -Bryston system with a 4BSST2. It was one hell of a good sounding setup. One of the best I’ve heard.

Have owned several iterations of Bryston amps over the years and I can tell you in no uncertain terms that pairing with a tube pre amp is essential.A tube pre will add that touch of romance and naturalness and still retain the articulate bass slam that Bryston provides.Audio Research and Cary come to mind.

elliott

Thanks for your thoughts.

My Aric Special is the 1st 6SN7 pre I have owned. Using the tube supplied by Aric. When I need replacements I will likely turn to Aric. 

"...Would I be crazy to decide to go with a Bryston Preamp, rather than a tube preamp..."

No you would not.   

A Don Sachs linestage meets your budget:
http//www.dsachsconsulting.com/custom%20line%20stage.html

His preamps are based on 6SN7 tubes. They are hand built by Don so he can customize them to match your amp’s impedance.

Don’s a great guy and easy to talk to.

- a happy Don Sachs linestage owner