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Bryston 4bst/5bst vs. dreadnaught I

currently using some older bryston amps for my 5.1. thinking of 4bst and 5bst or going to dreadnaught I. looks like the theta would run at least $500 more. worth it? it's a combo 2-channel / HT system with theta carmen +IIIA source, sunfire ht processor, adcom gfp750 preamp, snell speakers all around. i like the bryston transferable warranty, but the theta front end has impressed me so much i'm wondering if their amps are killers too. anyone have experience with both brand's amps? thanks.
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sounddood
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Both are good amps, I sell both lines. I'd opt for the Dread 1 over the ST series Bryston amps which tended to be a bit too forward sounding (killer bass though!). The Dread 1 is a bit on the mellow side, but still transparent.

However, throw the SST series into the mix and it gets more fuzzy. It is funny that the current Dreadnaught II and the current Bryston SST series are actually pretty similar in sound. Both have moved a bit more towards the middle ground.

Just make sure you have a LOT of space for the Dread...it is a monster and it runs hot.
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