Comments on Bryston SP-1 Pre/Pro


I don't need video switching and this is supposed to have the same makeup as a stand-alone BP25 pre, that would do me just fine I believe. Anyone have one?? How is it for movies and music??
miked

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Miked,

Just received my Bryston SP1 and set up was very easy. The subwoofer crossover is selectable from 40 to 100 Hz in the menu structure. I didn't even read the enclosed manual or memo as the processor is easy to work with.

As to the sound, well needless to say, it is reflective of Bryston's commitment to excellent audio. I have a Bryston 8B amplifier for the front L/R (Martin Logan Ascents) in a biamped configuration. This is the "stereo" section of my system. In the true analog bypass mode the sound is really incredible.

For the rest of the system, I have a Bryston 5B driving a Martin Logan Cinema center with B&W inwall rear surrounds. The various digital "algorithms" in the SP1 are fun to play with. In general this processor is excellent for home theater as well. I use a Rotel 995 DVD player into a Toshiba 56 inch HDTV. I don't need to use any video switching as most of my listening is audio only. Just use the HT for DVD's.

Anyway, the SP1 is great and I will post more info as I use it more.