Bryston?


For over 20 years I used Bryston pre- and power amps. Then came the streaming era and somehow I never went back to Bryston. 
Now it occurs to me that nobody on A'gon seems to mention  this once-revered Canadian line. So, what's the story? I know they still have US dealers.

hickamore

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@bslon 

"You don’t hear much about Bryston around here because the gear performs and  doesn’t have problems."

Exactly!

 

 

 

As a Bryston fan and long-time owner I can share the following for some background and context:

What happened to Bryston?

SoundStage! Hi-Fi | SoundStageHiFi.com - Bryston: How a Devastating Death Led to a New Lease on Life

2021 public announcement of relocation and some operational consolidations:

(1) Peterborough audio electronics company Bryston sold, relocating manufacturing to Muskoka area | Globalnews.ca

I relatively recently had my 4B ST amp restored by Bryston. It was a very good experience and was previously described by me here:

https://forum.audiogon.com/posts/2554910

I have found Bryston staff responsive and very helpful. Responses never came the same day but usually within a couple of days. 

Bryston, like several well-regarded legacy audio manufacturers, has faced the challenges associated with the passing of time and founders.

Also, like some audio companies, Bryston has always maintained a somewhat low- key presence. Anyone heard anything about Quad lately? 

Hope this helps.