REAL WORLD OPINION - ADCOM 555 ii vs BRYSTON 4B

anyone have direct experience using both of these amps (preferably with the same speakers for comparison)?? Need objective opinions.

fourfour07-22-2009 8:38pm

stanwal Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,147 posts 07-22-2009 at 10:04pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I do not but bear in mind that the Adcom reportedly was manufactured by at least 3 suppliers. Adcom was only a marketing firm, buying units from OEM suppliers. While Bryston of course makes their own products and can supply parts and do repairs, which might be difficult with the Adcom. They also have a great warranty that is transferable while Adcom sold its consumer electronics business to Klein in 2002 according to Stereophile. These reasons would indicate to me that Bryston would be the safer choice.
narrod Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,064 posts 07-22-2009 at 10:25pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Adcom is not in the same league with the Bryston.
jaybo Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,478 posts 07-22-2009 at 10:33pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete the word..'bass' slight nod to bryston
xiekitchen Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 821 posts 07-23-2009 at 06:44am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have heard both amps, go with the Bryston. Build quality is high and reputation is high for longevity... also sounds better, less grain and hash.