REAL WORLD OPINION - ADCOM 555 ii vs BRYSTON 4B

I have heard both amps, go with the Bryston. Build quality is high and reputation is high for longevity... also sounds better, less grain and hash.

Comparing that model of Adcom to a Bryston is like comparing a 22 caliber to a 357.

what about compared to the 3B? remember im not mentioning the ST or SST versions. only the originals. Weren't Adcoms designed by Mr. Pass?

Again, buy the Bryston if those are your two choices.

In my post I was leaning over backward to be fair. While design is important build quality is even more so and reportedly the 555s from different sources did not sound the same so you do not really know what you are getting. I have not had Bryston but they are recognized as a top amp by everyone, the 555 was a good amp for the money. Unless the Adcom is half the price or less and the difference is important I would get the Bryston.