Thread: Bryston speakers

TO: Bryston
A1 speaker


I would just like to say that I and my family REALLY enjoy your Bryston A1 speakers.

The speakers have brought all of our favorite musisians and new artists closer to our hearts at an affordable price.

Thanks
Roger Kidner

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston – Model A2 Top Performance

June 2015

Hi Folks,

The Bryston A2 speaker got front page billing in this months issue of Canada Hi-Fi Magazine!

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TRULY IMPRESSIVE PERFORMANCE!

Please see the link below for the full review.

Bryston Model A2 Loudspeakers Review | CANADA HiFi Magazine

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: New Bryston Mini Ts - Great speakers

“I recently installed a pair of Bryston Mini Ts.

I had been looking for new speakers for some time, but I hadn't been able to find the right ones for the location. The location, in this case, is a cabinet in my living room that provides only enough room for a set of small speakers - mounted horizontally. At one point, I almost bought a set of full size speakers, intending to just put them on the floor in front of the cabinet, but I discarded the idea for practical reasons - they would have been in the way and I would have been navigating around them forever.

So, after a long search, I talked to my dealer about the Mini Ts. They appeared to be perfect in terms of size - in fact they fit so well it became a tough job to get them in place. The shelf is up about 6 feet in the air, so the work has to be done on a ladder, and the fit is so tight I can barely fit a hand in around the speakers. At about 40 lbs each, they are a hefty speaker for the small size.

The best part of the story is that the Mini Ts sound great.

In fact, most of the time, I forget about the small size of the boxes. I am still trying to get some playing time on the speakers. They should break in a little, although, I must say, they sound good right out of the box. The first thing I noticed is how true the sound is. They are accurate, but still very musical. They whole frequency range is reproduced smoothly without any noticeable peaks. I will post a better analysis of the sound once I have let them play for a while.

In summary, I can highly recommend the Bryston Mini Ts. They look good and sound very good.”

Woodlander
California

Review link - https://app.box.com/tone-mini-T-review

james

Hi James

Andre here - just wanted you to know that that I have purchased the review pair of the Mini T's.

Bryston A2 Speaker getting some serious recognition in Malaysia.


MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Demo – June 8th 2015


El Hefe's HiFi Reviews

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Had a demo on the Bryston A2 Speaker and BHA-1 as a pre amp... superb !

AV Design in Kuala Lumpur have just received quite a few new items from Bryston. Some will be show cased in the upcoming KLIAV show in JW Marriot in July.

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I managed to experience some of these items recently in their show room in Bangunan Rohas Perkasa in 2 channel stereo, 5.1 HFPA audio and 7.1.2 Dolby ATMOS movie.

1. Bryston Model TC-1 Centre Speaker
2. Bryston Model A2 Speakers in front
3. Bryston BHA-1 newly updated headphone amp (now comes with a balanced pre out)

On 5.1 HFPA, the A2 and TC-1 performed superbly. Very well distribution of various sounds from the sample track. Trumpet was melodic through the centre speaker and the whole experience was very uplifting. Punchy and extended bass with quite refined mids and highs.

On Dolby ATMOS 7.1.2 duty, the Bryston just keep on smiling delivering a very convincing performance to cater for home theatre duties as well. Excellent demo room.

Hi Folks

Got our first German Review on the Bryston A1 Mini Speaker in Fidelity Magazine - will translate as soon as I can.


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Have PDF if anyone wants - jamestanner@bryston.com



Hi Folks - thanks to Alex some translation:

Hi James - They say that these speakers are truly awesome!

Given its size they have a great dispersion. so where ever the listener is located in the room the sound is always just 'there'. an outstanding three - dimensionality and space around each song no matter what genre is playing. and for those who always have trouble to get the sweet spot right...no problem for the Bryston speakers.

They find that it is not always necessary to place them on speaker stands - a place in a shelf can do the trick as well. if someone wants more bass then a additional sub could help here but they feel that the bass of the Mini A's is a class of its own.

Alex

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Middle T Speaker – Customer Feedback

June 2015

Hi James,

I am the dentist who sat with you for awhile listening to the Middle T’s. I am the one with the Tannoy Ardens and Quad 57’s.

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I bought the speakers from the show through Hi-Fi Center in Vancouver and bought a new BP 26 preamplifier and power supply as well.

I love the speakers!

They are effortless to listen to at any volume and I do not get fatigued at all. I especially like the quality of the base. At times I seem to feel it in my chest. I was wondering: would there be any benefit in adding the Model T or Mini T subwoofer or is that more of a home theatre application? What do you notice when the response gets down to 25 Hz and 18 Hz?

Cheers
Sandy McFarlane

Hi Folks,

My latest setup in RM 2 - Mini T speakers with Mini T Subs.

james

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Hi Folks,

SNEAK PEAK:

Have some terrific reviews coming on a Bryston speaker surround system using 4 of the Mini A's, one AC-1 Micro Center and one Model A Sub from two US major magazines.

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FAVORITE QUOTES:

• Their transient response, their capacity for dynamics, their beautiful tonal balance at any volume, and their sublime dispersion characteristics made them amongst my favorite bookshelf speakers that I've auditioned in quite some time. Perhaps ever.

• It’s dynamic capabilities, its deliciously neutral midrange, and its exquisitely impactful yet nimble bass, you're left with a system that has almost no sonic faults.

• The other thing I couldn't help but notice in that scene is just how seamlessly the Model A subwoofer blended with the satellites.


james

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Model T’s – Now in the UK!

June 2015

“James - it's now a few months since I took delivery of my Model T's, and I thought I'd give you some feedback on how I've got on. I know it's been a while, but I wanted to give myself some time to live with the new speakers, see how they affected me.

My overall summary is that the speakers have completely changed the way I am listening to music,

because I feel much more like I am listening to singers/band/orchestras/etc. rather than to CD's (albeit via a great transport and DAC). At first I found this quite overwhelming - the ability of the speakers to deliver a 'real world' experience took me by surprise and stopped me listening as passively as I once did. I feel much more involved in the music I'm listening to. I've always listened at reasonable volumes (I have an understanding family!) and whereas previously I could do so and get on with other activities, now I'm finding I want to stop and just enjoy the music even more than I did before. It's a wonderful thing, but initially was quite distracting - in a good way. Since then I've learnt how to manage that balance. Background listening happens at a much lower volume - the speakers still sound great when quiet - but at those volumes I can just about resist the allure!

However when I really want to listen I am continually grinning at how good stuff sounds - not least that control and extension down at the bass end. It's a great feeling!

Before I'd first heard the model T's in the US I'd read a lot about how they sounded like much more expensive speakers (the sort of stuff way out of my price league). Because I had to import them to the UK personally (I gather I was the first UK purchaser) then the cost went up a bit more, but I still feel I have bought a pair speakers that offer tremendous value for money.

Above all else though I have speakers that make my enjoyment of music even better than it was before (and that took some doing!). As such I want to thank you for your passion and commitment to getting the model T's made, and for personally helping me in getting them over here to the UK.”

Very best regards
John

Hi Folks

Mini A Review from Germany - English translation

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I have a PDF version as well if you want a copy - jamestanner@bryston.com

Hi Folks,

Some nice pics of the Mini A from an up-coming review

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Hi Folks

It's "Canada Day" today and what better way to celebrate than another excellent review on a Canadian speaker ... aye!



MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Mini A Speaker Review

July 2015

Hi Folks,

Please see attached link regarding another superb review on the Bryston Mini A loudspeaker in Soundstage Magazine.

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FAVOURITE QUOTES:

“The Mini A speakers’ ability to go effortlessly from soft to loud was admirable for a fairly small speaker.”

“The Brystons simply sounded right as they immersed me in vast, 3D sound-scapes.”


Click on link for full review:

http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/873

I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the Mini A's. They were so much fun to listen to and I loved how they looked with the grilles off. I cannot recommend them enough. I had planned to buy a pair in walnut after selling the Boston Cherry vinyl demos but I had a few more speakers I wanted to audition first.

Inexpensive, beautiful look and finish... even in vinyl, terrific sounding, it's the complete package.

gene9p

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston AC-1 Center Channel

July 2015

Hi Folks,

We have added the Bryston AC-1 Center speaker to our A Series speaker models.

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The AC-1 Center is a larger version of our AC-1 Mini speaker and adds a second midrange and tweeter driver for more power handling.

The AC-1 Center is a perfect match for the Model A1 or Model A2 speaker in a surround setup.

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Frequency response and Sound Power

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Hi Folks,

The new AC-1 Center channel is now on our website.

Bryston: Model A1 Center Loudspeaker

James

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Surround System Review

July 2015

Hi Folks,

Please see link below to our entry level surround system review from Home Theater Review Magazine.

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Bryston Mini A and AC1 Micro Speaker System Reviewed

Favourite quotes:

1. Nothing about the setup process really prepared me for the sound of Bryston's "mini" speakers. I was drawn in by the clarity and purity of dialogue pouring out of the AC1 Micro.

2, The other thing I couldn't help but notice is just how seamlessly the Model A subwoofer blended with the satellites. Not only that, but the sub in and of itself is utterly musical, without a hint of audible resonance, no bloat, and a remarkable room-filling quality.


Bryston Mini A and AC1 Micro Speaker System Reviewed

Hi Folks,

A customer sent me this showing his Rosewood Model T's - WOW - what a nice setup aye !!!

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james

Hi Folks,

New Bryston dealer in Washington State:

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Hi James

The A1s are an extraordinary value. I've only been open for a week and a half and I may be selling two pair soon. If these speakers sell as well as we think they will, I will order a couple pair to keep in stock.

The customer response for the A1s has been outstanding thus far. You did an awesome job developing the speakers.

Now it's our job to feature them in a favorable space.


Cheers,
Hans

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Mini T – Customer Feedback

July 2015

Hello Mr. Tanner,

We had an e-mail exchange back in December 2014 regarding Bryston Mini-T loudspeakers during which you answered various questions.

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Just following up to let you know that I recently purchased a pair of Mini-Ts from Audio Eden in Aurora, Ontario and am really pleased. These speakers satisfy that "Goldlocks" need in my somewhat smaller living room. They're not too small and they're not too big, but just right. In my room they have the immediacy that a standmount (bookshelf) speaker possesses but also have the deeper bass and impact that previous floorstanders have provided. They also sound great (coherent) at somewhat closer listening distances.

Excellent speakers! Thank you for taking your own "hobby" loudspeaker project and refining it to be a commercial product line.

FOLLOW UP:

Hi Mr. Tanner,

Yes the Mini-Ts are special.

For years (late 80s onward) I owned Canadian made Energy Reference 22 loudspeakers and have spent the last 5 years trying to find a replacement for them. Tried a variety of excellent speakers including KEFs and Revels but nothing worked better in my room than my old Energy Ref 22s until discovering your Mini-Ts.

Similar sized speaker but the Mini-Ts are superior to the Ref 22s. More accurate and even more powerful. Thanks again for finally ending my loudspeaker search. It's nice to know that Canadians make some outstanding hi-fi gear that competes with anyone on the world stage.

Ron

Hello Bryston!

Ken Veitch here. A few pictures of my new Bryston Model A's finished in Boston Cherry veneer and also a couple of pictures to show the terrible room dynamics they must overcome. BTW, the flatscreen is being raised on Wednesday so it will just clear the height of the Model A's. The product is JEWELERY! FLAWLESS! BRAVO guys!!!

Sound quality is wonderful and warm, fat, and super clean. Best I've ever had in MY home. My idea: "Buy Brystons for your Brystons!" It's simple and it just works so well! I have a quite a few of them... lol....

I'm going home via my air conditioned car to my wonderfully cool flat to listen to my Bryston system and let it wrap me in the warmth and love that ALL Bryston products are created for. IMHO....

Sincerely:

Kenneth B. Veitch

Nice Bryston System - Sounds Superb!!!

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Eugene A. Camali
General Manager
EN-TECH Corp.

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Smiths Audio – Congratulations!

August, 2015

Hi Folks,

Bryston would like to formally offer our congratulations to one of our dealers.

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Smith’s Custom Audio Video in Lethbridge Alberta has now sold over 40 Pairs of Bryston loudspeakers.

Given that Lethbridge has a population of less than 40,000 that’s quite an accomplishment.

Thank you Ashley and all those involved ... we truly appreciate your efforts on our behalf!


James Tanner
V/P Bryston Ltd.

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston A2 Speaker Surround System

August 2015


Hi James,

Got the A2 surround system set up and enjoying it very much.

I call it the “Bryston A1 Archway” to musical heaven!

Dane Kidner

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System is A1 Bryston speakers left/right and AC-1 Center.

Hi Folks,

Shot of the Model T Active setup in my number 2 audio room:



james

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston A2 Mini Subwoofer

August 2015

Hi Folks,

The ‘Bipole’ design of the Bryston A Subwoofer has been a big success for our customers so we are introducing a smaller version to expand the A Series Sub line-up.

Designated the ‘Mini A Sub’ it will employ two 8 inch opposing drivers instead of the current 10 inch drivers utilized in the current Model A Sub.

Subwoofer Measurement:

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Bryston measures/designs our subwoofers using our factory on-sight 90 foot Tower.

This allows us to accurate make a true 4-pi measurement.


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I love my Model T's. They are beautiful in their Custom Rosewood finish and I most often leave the grilles off.

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While I have your attention I want everyone to know that as these speakers break in they impress me more every day. As many of you know, there is a 14bsst2 being built for me right now and when that arrives I'm sure I will hear even more dynamics and detail out of these beauties.

Thanks,
Steve

Hi James,

I own the Bryston Middle T's and I wanted to know what center speaker would match with those.

I have the Middle T's and I love them. They sound great!

I am so happy I switched from my Klipsch, the bass on the middle T's is awesome. They even sound great with movies also. I didn't think anything could do better than RC 7 ii I replaced them with on movies.

Very pleased

Thank You
William Kubiak

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Horizontal In-Wall

August, 2015

Hi Folks,

We have had some requests for a Bryston ‘Horizontal’ In-Wall 3-way speaker to match our current vertical version for Center channel applications.

Please see below:

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There is the option of a Metal grill or Fabric grill which attaches magnetically


Specifications:

Frequency Response: 70Hz to 20kHz (+/- 3dB)
Impedance: 8 Ohms (nominal)
Sensitivity: 87 dB SPL @ 1 meter @ 1 watt (anechoic)
Maximum SPL: 100 dB SPL @ 1 meter
Recommended Power: 10 watts to 175 watts RMS
Tweeter: Single 1.0"
Midrange: Single 3.0"
Woofer: Single 6.5"
Crossover: 500Hz and 2.3 kHz

Physical:
14” H x 7.75” W x 3.45” D
356mm H x 196mm W x 88mm D
11 Ibs (5 kg)

Hi Folks,

Sneak peak of Bryston A2 speaker in the upcoming issue of French Magazine Son & Image:

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Conclusion

A tour de force at this price because these Bryston A2’s play audio, so well, comparable to speakers at double or almost triple their prices.

Amazing!

The multiple driver setup, besides giving a great look to A2, produce an amazing quality sound. Being able to play at a realistic volume with ease and without distortion the A2 depends in part on this design of the six drivers per speaker and also the quality and rigorous design and manufacturing techniques..

If I were at the point of purchasing new speakers, the Bryston A2 model would be at the top of my list! At the price of $ 2,790 a pair the quality / price of the model Bryston A2 speaker is somewhat remarkable.

In addition, they are designed and manufactured here in Canada, and all accompanied by the Bryston famous 20-year warranty.

A MUST listen without hesitation.

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Hello Mr. Tanner,

Just letting you know that the longer I've had my Mini-Ts (almost 2 months now), I keep enjoying them more and more. Usually the excitement of a new purchase gradually wears off. In this case the Mini-Ts keep on making music sound great, day after day.

The thrill isn't wearing off.


Sincerely,
Ron
Sudbury, Ontario

Hi James,

Please find attached pictures of very nice shop exposition with Bryston monitors.

Hi-Ton - is one of the nicest hi-fi shop in Warsaw.

Best regards

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MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston A2 Speaker – Dealer Feedback

August, 2015

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Hey James,

Well I finally got to un-boxing the A2's.

These are some “seriously” good speakers at their price point!

From the first 30 seconds with these guys, I could tell right away that they are a crazy great speaker at their price level. They simply retain soooo much of the qualities of the bigger, and much more expensive, Model T's. The lack of dynamic compression, which is typical for a speaker at this price point, just makes the A2's a blast to listen to.

A have a list of about 20 songs that I use to evaluate all my speakers. Besides the usual "sitting in the sweet spot" and critically listening, I also play this list (thanks to a BDP-2) while I am working in my office, just down a little hall.

I know a speaker is a good one when I am forced to stop whatever paper/computer work I am doing and walk into the demo room to hear that I was hearing in the office. With the A2's, I did that with every damn song on my playlist.

Well done!

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Paul V Kraft
President
Engaged Audio Video

Hi Folks,

Got the PDF today on the review in Son & Image Magazine - English translation - will post link soon.

james

http://www.bryston.com/PDF/reviews/2...eviews_Son.pdf

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston A2 Speaker Customer Feedback

August 2015

Hello James,

Just a note to let you know I purchased a pair of Bryston A2 loudspeakers recently.

The A2's are fabulous !

And certainly no need for a subwoofer!! I've attached a couple of pictures.

I bought the Bryston A2's from Hi-Fi Centre in Vancouver. They were their demo models.

I had the (edit) speakers before. The A2s are miles better!

Cheers,
David

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Model T Signature Speakers

September 2015

Hi James;

I can’t believe it’s been almost two years since I got my Model T Signatures, as they continue to impress me every time I listen to them.

Everything I said before still holds true with the added observation that they sound so real, they definitely give me the “you are there ” feeling. I constantly find myself exclaiming, “Man, that sounds like live music!!!.”

An excellent example of this is Snarky Puppy – you may not be familiar with their music, but they are a large jazz group who record live in the studio with no overdubs before a small audience. Fantastic arrangements and the T’s bring all the dynamics of their recordings to life. You can check out their videos on Youtube.

A while back I inquired about outriggers for the external passive crossovers on the T’s and you said there were no plans for anything like this. I wanted to mechanically isolate the crossovers the same way the T’s were, so I tapped four holes in the bases of the crossover cases and threaded in the feet that came with the T’s. I’ve attached a picture of this. I think it looks pretty good and matches nicely with the outrigger feet.

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The BDP-1 Digital Player that I got back in Aug. 2011 is a fantastic piece and I’ve been very happy with it. When the BDP-2 came out, the word was that it didn’t offer any difference in sound quality over the BDP-1, so I didn’t feel the need to upgrade. However, now that you’ve added a new Bryston-designed soundcard to the BDP-2, I think it’s time to consider an upgrade. Not only the new soundcard, but I’d like to try the internal SSD capability of the BDP-2 as well.

Thanks, Dan

Fyi...Mini T Tone review now on web!

Bryston Mini T Loudspeaker ? Reviews | TONEAudio MAGAZINE

Andre Marc

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Mini T Speaker –Customer Feedback

September, 2015

Hi James

I purchased a pair of Bryston Mini T speakers ... they are just spectacular!

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I got them at Audio Video therapy in Nashua, NH.

I had a vintage pair of Yamaha NS 1000's that were still really awesome speakers but the newer technology is so much better.
I just about purchased the Middle T's but couldn't work a tower into my Living Room and Entertainment center. I actually have them in open cabinet bays and it doesn't seem to affect the quality of the sound as I have a pretty bright room.

These speakers are really clear and clean sounding with great bass. It sounds like a live performance. On vocals, they are amazing and the imaging is better than any of the other speakers I listened to including B&W. I don’t blast them as my room will create some sound distortion if too loud but they can rock with really sharp bass if driven. I just prefer the sound at the point where it has volume but is not rattling the walls. This is where these speakers are the best say with Diana Krall.

Like every speaker, the better the input, the better they sound so HD audio is over the top.

Thanks again
Tom Bacon

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Mini T Speaker German Review

September, 2015

Hi James,

Pleas see the attached PDF ... a review in the German Hi-Fi Magazine – Stereoplay.

Quotes in English:

1. Conclusion - “Choosing a Bryston Mini T speaker gets you an exceptionally dynamic and precise speaker Monitor.”

Also on the right side bellow measurements and valuation it is stated:

2. “Ultimate monitor speaker with the high precision, resolution and superior dynamics. Plays sparkling clean with full & deep bass fundament.”

We are extremely happy with the review and the fact that it appeared in one of the most influential German HiFi magazines.

Best regards,
Edvard

PDF in German available - jamestanner@bryston.com

Hi Folks,

Outstanding review in the October issue of Sound & Vision Magazine on a complete Bryston "MINI" Surround system!

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System comprised of

Four Mini A's
One Micro Center
One Model A Bipole Subwoofer

FAVOURITE QUOTES:

• As for the subwoofer, the Model A was as good a 10-incher as I’ve ever heard.

• On the whole, while this Bryston setup is fine for movies, at heart it’s truly a music lover’s system.

• The Mini A monitor rated alone is a five-star ***** speaker!


Mark Fleischmann
Sound & Vision Magazine

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston ‘MINI’ A Polish Review - Stereolife

September, 2015

Hi Folks

Please see below a superb review of the Bryston Mini A speakers in Polish Magazine Stereolife.

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CONCLUSION:

The Bryston Mini A speakers provide a very detailed sound and have an excellent soundstage presentation with images extending way beyond the edges of the loudspeakers They create a sensational sound-space – for other speaker companies to better them in this area, and at this price would be quite a feat.

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The bass and midrange quality is right up there with what I would expect from a truly high-end speaker design. Small ambiguities associated with high frequencies were dispelled by proper cabling which means some attention should be given in the selection of associated equipment, as well as giving them a good burn-in period.

If you do the above be prepared for long evenings alone with your music.

BRYSTON is interested in only one standard with these loudspeakers - QUALITY.

CHECK OUT THE RATINGS
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MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston ‘MINI’ T German Review - Stereoplay

September, 2015

The Three Way Approach

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Compact speakers are typically only available with two driver technology – with all of their drawbacks? No, a small group of specialists builds, as before, compact three way speakers. Innovative chassis technology allows Bryston to produce these speakers at the highest level.

Thirty years ago during the high season of High Fidelity, compact box speakers with three or more drivers and ample volume were the norm. However with increasing miniaturization and the trend for stand-up speakers, more and more manufacturers renounced the three-way approach. Furthermore because the driver supply market offered more and more woofer/mid-range drivers, but less and less dedicated midrange drivers.

What is good comes back

Despite the above there are good reasons for the three-way approach, since one can then reproduce the bass much better, while the midrange is reproduced clearly and undistorted by a separate driver.
Thus more and more manufacturers once again turn to separate midrange drivers, which are often in regards to transparency and omni-directionality superior to their compromise afflicted colleagues. Part of this trend is the new Reference-Line from KEF, the new nuVero line from Nubert, and one manufacturer who many only recognize as the source for professional electronics, the Canadians of Bryston. Let’s open the curtain to the big jamboree of the no longer quite so compact high tech packages.

Malte Ruhnke

Bryston Mini T

The name Bryston usually stands as a synonym for amplifiers and electronic components which provide premium-quality reproduction in the studio as well as in the home at reasonable prices. That the Canadians started five years ago to build their own loudspeakers was probably only suddenly made known to hi-fi enthusiasts during the “HIGH END 2015” when a Bryston set-up with the full-value compact Mini T speakers delighted the public. Sound-wise they also did not repudiate their origin from the studio realm.

Optically it is quite obvious that the Mini T, with its 57 cm. height, can really not be designated as a compact speaker, although the Bryston Mini T thanks due to its six sided basic form, which gets narrower toward its back, and with its only 26 cm. width, clearly looks more elegant than the eight sided classic English monitor cabinets. Yes, you read it correctly, the martial bass driver in the front with its bulbous rubber surround measures a generous 21 centimeters, and its flattened chassis construction was developed by Bryston in-house.

In every respect this driver meets professional demands, and in collaboration with the bass reflex tube, installed in the top back of the cabinet (for avoidance of resonance transfer to stands or mounting surfaces) is a pure sub-specialist in order to meet the firm’s own philosophy to be able to offer absolute freedom from compression at levels over 110 dB.

The bass driver is already uncoupled at 160 Hz., and the not similar 12 cm. diameter midrange driver takes over. Since this driver is abruptly relieved from having to work in the low bass area, its surface can be smaller than comparable low midrange drivers, which additionally has the advantage that this driver does not get into the range of being bundled with the other drivers (if the radiated wave length is smaller than the diameter of the driver’s chassis), and it is moreover disconnected at 2.3 KHz. in order to achieve an equally strong radiation pattern across all frequencies. Accordingly the radiation angle of the midrange driver has only to be minimally adapted through use of a wave guide.

Here many a PA and CarHiFi chassis should go green with envy: The bulbous rubber surround is optimized for the highest excursion, the large voice coil on cardboard is substantially vented by being rear ventilated and by holes in the pole pieces, and made immune from compression.

A feature which plays an important role in the studio is the paired pre-sorting of the drivers to a maximum deviation of under .5 dB. Resulting in the Mini T speakers providing especially stable reproduction, even though the tonal deviations are already under the human threshold of hearing.


Full resolution ahead

Furthermore the relationship of the Bryston Mini Ts to high-resolution studio monitors was quite audible during Yellows “Oh Yeah”: This could be heard after thorough setup optimization (tilted in the sound was too bright), in the details in all pitches, in the stupendous accuracy it followed each impulse, bass-beat, or sample, all of which brought to mind an acoustic electron microscope. This ultimate attention to detail, from a soft whisper to full concert hall loudness was not limited to a specific volume level; this prominent feature was always maintained.

Furthermore the deep, lush crisp, powerfully unbridled bass ensured further pleasure, and here the other two three-way speakers being tested (KEF Reference 1 and Nubert nuVero 60) had to lay down their arms and were forced to concede victory to the Bryston Mini T.

The midrange speaker is located in a closed plastic compartment with airtight terminals, whose shape is stepwise constricted for suppression of standing waves. The small midrange cone is a recognizable midrange specialist, beside the strong magnet everything is optimized for lightweight construction and fast impulse processing, even the speaker die cast basket is made from aluminum.

In other respects the above KEF and the Bryston Mini T speakers established themselves as antipodes: While during Mahler’s 8th Symphony (conducted by Michael Tilson Thomas) the KEF appeared to be optimized for softness, warmth, and spatial distance, the Bryston Mini T placed its emphasis on precise resolution, directness, and a perception of continuous energy. To be able to follow musical details every second as well as to be able to discern every nuance and acoustic color change was certainly fascinating, but for cozily leaning back and for relaxing background music it is clearly less fitting than the KEF.

Consequently the ultraprecise accuracy of the Bryston Mini T also exposed many a technical production deficiency such as the compression in Metallica’s “Black Album.” Those who choose the Bryston Mini T speakers will acquire ultimate, dynamic, and precise monitors.

An ultimate monitor speaker with the highest precision, resolution, and superlative dynamics. Plays squeaky clean, neutral, and with a lusciously deep bass foundation, such as never having been heard from a passive compact speaker!

Malte Ruhnke

Translated from the German by Peter Ullman

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston Speaker Reviews

October, 2015

Hi Folks,

We have received many excellent reviews over the past while on our Bryston Speakers so please find below links to some of them.

Tone Audio
http://www.tonepublications.com/revi...t-loudspeaker/

Home Theater Review.com
http://hometheaterreview.com/bryston...stem-reviewed/

CANADA HI-FI
http://canadahifi.com/bryston-model-...eakers-review/

SECRETS OF HOME THEATER – Middle T
http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/floor...rs-review.html

FIVE STARS FOR PERFORMANCE – Middle T
“I’m just gonna cut to the chase and say that the Middle T sounded so good that I listened to it mostly just for pure pleasure… Brent Butterworth, Home Theatre Review.com
http://hometheaterreview.com/bryston...aker-reviewed/

“A reference in their class, the Mini T’s can be compared comfortably with speakers costing two or even three times their asking price. You have to hear these!
Jan Erik Nordoen, Le Magazine Son Image
http://www.bryston.com/PDF/reviews/2...age_Mini_T.pdf

“The Minis have what it takes to achieve great musical performance proficiency providing engaging overall sound — effortless, intimate, and musical and involving… the kind that captures the very spirit and soul… I have no hesitation recommending the Mini T’s.
Ernie Fischer, Innerearmag.com http://www.innerearmag.com/reviews/s...t_mini-T.shtml

“The sound [of the Bryston Model T Signatures] was simply terrific: big, open, precise imaging, with tremendous dynamics, especially in the bass. The bass is said to be flat to 25Hz, and, based on what I heard, I don’t doubt it. Bryston has a winner here.”
Robert Deutsch, Stereophile show report
http://www.stereophile.com/content/b...del-t-speakers

“The Model T is a balls-to-the-wall, highly capable floorstander that offers tremendous levels of control, dynamic ability, and class-leading bass performance. Aron Garrecht, Soundstagenetwork.com http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index....nt-reviews/579

CANADA HI-FI – Middle T
http://canadahifi.com/bryston-middle-t-loudspeakers/

EVERYTHING AUDIO – Mini T
http://everythingaudionetwork.blogsp...t-compact.html

ABSOLUTE SOUND – Mini T
http://www.theabsolutesound.com/arti...t-loudspeaker/

STEREOPHILE MAGAZINE – Middle T
http://www.stereophile.com/content/b...-t-loudspeaker

HOME THEATER and HIGH FIDELITY – Model A3
http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/floor...er-review.html

SOUND AND VISION MAGAZINE – Surround System
http://www.soundandvision.com/conten...speaker-system

INNER EAR REPORT – Middle T
http://www.innerearmag.com/reviews/s...Middle_T.shtml

Blu-Ray Definition Magazine – Mini T
http://www.blu-raydefinition.com/har...rs-review.html

SOUNDSTAGE – GOOD SOUND – Mini T
http://www.soundstageaccess.com/inde...nt-reviews/526

Hi Folks,

The OutRiggers are now available for the Bryston A3 speaker.

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james

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: “Bryston Day in Calgary.”

Bryston Day in Calgary at Absolute Audio Video!

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On Display: ♬

Model T speakers with 14B SST2 amplifier and BP 26 Preamp, Bryston BDA-3 DAC with BDP-2 Player

Also on demo – Bryston Middle T, Mini T’s and Mini A speakers.

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: “Bryston Day at Audio Eden in Toronto.”

Hi James,

Not to be outdone by our Western friends our dealer Audio Eden in Toronto shows off as well this past weekend! It was a terrific turn out!

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Bryston Day in Toronto!

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On Display: ♬
Here's a pic of the set up: … BDP-2 Digital Player, BDA-2 DAC, BP-26 Preamp, 28B SST2 Amplifiers and Bryston Model T speakers in Rosewood

Steve Brothman
Ontario Sales Representative.

Thanks for posting the above James - The system sounded absolutely wonderful.

The coolest part was that several of the customers had very high end systems with speakers costing upwards of 40K plus and were completely shocked and very impressed by the system especially of course the Model T's

So much fun, and such a joy to listen to!

Steve

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Every day is ‘Bryston Day’ at Hi-Fi Centre.

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Hi James,

Model T’s in our Bryston Room… The system sounds ‘Excellent’ !

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“Every day is Bryston Day at Hi-Fi Centre in Vancouver”

Igor Kivritsky,
Hi-fi Centre

MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Mini A – Customer Feedback

Hi James,

I tried to send this last night but the computer gods apparently had other ideas.
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It's eye-rolling time I suppose, since I have to confess to a small oversight! I guess I've been so fed up with the endless references to the necessity of burning in amplifiers, cables, speaker stands and presumably one's pants and house keys prior to putting any audio component into service that I just dismissed the entire concept and learned to ignore it. Even when discussing the idea in connection with speakers and reading a proper scientific dissertation on it, I never made the connection to my own speakers until I noticed a couple of days ago that they now seemed to sound just the way I wanted them to! At that moment the penny dropped and I felt a wee bit foolish, shall we say.

I found an actual objective review online which you probably have seen, namely http://hometheaterhifi.com/reviews/s...eakers-review/. I don't claim any sort of brilliance because I was simply seeking the spectral balance I'm accustomed to from the Sony MDR-7506 and Stax Lambda SR-407.

So in the end, these Bryston Mini A speakers sound astonishingly clear, lifelike and pleasant. It's so exciting, I only wish I could describe the experience better. Since sometime around 1984 when my Cam Pyper designed systems with the tiny Jordan drivers breathed their last, I've had supposedly good speakers that I found useful only for background listening or TV. Enjoying music required sitting down with the Koss ESP 9Bs until I lent them to the late Antonin Kubalek for a decade or two. He returned them near the end of his life in dire need of repair, but I didn't mind, patient soul that I am. After all this time, as much as I still want Audezes, it's truly thrilling to enjoy music at long last without being tethered by a cord.
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I have recurring fantasies about tri-amping these but that's not something I'd undertake lightly since I know a bit about passive crossovers and the things they sometimes incorporate along with the expected filters. BTW, Chris tells me that you use only high quality film caps and last I heard, using electrolytics in passive crossovers was quite standard so you may want to consider letting people know about this further example of Bryston refusing to compromise. The distortion from those electrolytics is similar to a rubbing voice coil, as I discovered by having a separate woofer enclosure so that the higher frequencies were not masking the fuzzy noises emanating from the bass drivers. Replacing with plastic caps made that distortion disappear, a lesson not easily forgotten.

I often feel that great music, made with love, passion and dedication deserves gratitude beyond simply buying the end result, as a bit of money is small compensation for the gift of happiness to be enjoyed for many years to come. At smaller venues, I was able to tell guys like Richard Thompson that I enjoy their music a great deal and it was a satisfying gesture. Using your products gives me the same feeling of being the recipient of something special that merits thanks beyond just handing over the money. (I do get a bit emotional, I confess.) :-)

I could ride this tangent until it becomes a book so I should just stop now and write the book later. In any case, thank you for caring so much about doing things right. We need a few beacons of hope in these troubled times.

I've been listening to the wonderful Dory Previn Live at Carnegie Hall while writing this. Just for the record.

Regards,
Jozsef