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Bryston Amp for Magnepan 3.5R

I just purchased a set of Magnepan 3.5Rs. I am currently using a Bryston 3B SST. I believe this amp is underpowered for these speakers. I would like to stick with Bryston amps.

What is the better choice of amps to use?

I am considering the 4B SST or jumping right up to their 14B SST or the 7B SSTs.

My listening room is about 16 x 16 feet.

What are your thoughts?
mmarshall

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sgr
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I would jump into the 7b, Krell, Rowland, or Levinson. The 3B and 4B will not have enough power.
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I second the vote for bridging the amps. This option would be the most cost effective, although there are reportedly sonic tradeoffs when amps are bridged. I biamped my MG-IIIs with excellent results for many years. You could use one amp for each speaker. I also believe there is a switch on the back of your amp that will allow them to be bridged. Consult your manual or give Bryston a call, they should be very helpful and can give you some hints as to the best way to go.
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