I agree that trying both out in my home with my gear would be the optimum, but it is not possible. I don't mind spending the money for the Bryston if it is worth it, I don't think it will be 3 times as better than the Anthem but I would be willing to pay a premium for an overall increase in performance. Keep the suggestions coming, thanks.
Bryston 4B-ST overkill for Paradigm ??
I have a pair of Paradigm Ref Studio 100s v2 speakers and have been looking for a decent amp to drive them. The Anthem MCA-2 and Bryston 4B-ST are readily available where I live but not for home audition. I can get the Anthem for a good deal, the Bryston is 3 times the cost of the Anthem, is there really that much of a difference between these two amps driving the paradigms, thanks for the help.