Thiel 7.2 - Classe, Krell or Bryston?


I have had the 7.2's for 18 years with Classe CAM 350 amps. My pre right now is a Classe SSP-800 as it is a home theater / music system . My phono stage is a Manley Steelhead. Nordost cables.

I have always felt the Classe's were a bit anemic and have been looking for one last lifetime AMP upgrade.

I have been looking at used Krell FPB 600's and the Bryston 28b SST2. My budget is 8k or under. 

As I will not have the opportunity to audition and would hate to spend the money and not have a big improvement on the Classe's I would appreciate any opinions
kevinaudio

Showing 1 response by yyzsantabarbara

I heard these amps on sale here at A'Gon at the dealer (Bryston reps were demoing). They were driving Magico speakers costing over $150K. They sounded great then and will sound great with your Thiels. Now is a great time to buy a 28B-SST2).

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-bryston-28bsst-2-pair-ref-1-000-watt-mono-s-2017-08-13...

Buying Bryston used is a no brainer for me. I am debating whether to get a 4B-SST3 for my office.