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Bryston sst2 series or Parasound Halo series?

I currently have Revel Performa f-52's for the fronts and A Revel Ultima voice for the center, and Revel Performa m-20's for the rears. Currently running with 5 Maratnz MA-700 200watt mono blocks. The system sounds very good but I want to take it to the next level. Looking to upgrade the amps. Looking at possibly the Parasound Halo series or the new Brystons. Any thoughts or suggestions?
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macdadtexas
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I love mine, Cary SLP98p F-1, or the next up in the Cary Line the SLP 05.

Can't go wrong with any of the ARC Pre's, and they are not for everyone, but I love the sound of McIntosh gear.

I also heard the VTL top pre recently, with a Bryston 14b sst, sounded excellent. Driving some Vandy Quatros, was very, very nice.
macdadtexas
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pretty close. I have had the 7 sst and the JC-1's and it's a toss up. Haven't had the SSt2 in my system, to tell if there's a huge difference. But I loved both amps with my Maggies.

Byrston's have a really special match with Maggie. I love the sound of them with a tube preamp in the mix.
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