lsegeorge
pfm Member
I have tried searching the forum for a similar comparison but I had no luck, so I decided to post a new discussion
I am in the process of putting together a new stereo system for the house I am currently building.
I leave in Cyprus and auditioning any hifi gear over say £2k is a challenge as the retailers will only import something if you are intending to buy it!
I also have the limitation that quite a few brands have no rep here in Cyprus.
Having done a bit of research I am more excited with the following two options:
Audio Research SL17 2.100 (£1.750) with
ATC SCM50A SL: 9.000 (£7.550)
Total cost: 11.100 (£9.300)
vs.
Bryston BP-26 1.700 (£1.450) with
Bryston 4B SST 3.100 (£2.600) with
PMC Fact8 4.400 (£3.700)
Total cost: 9.200 (£7.750)
I will add a CD player and a Turntable of similar calibre in a years time.
I mostly listen to Jazz, Classic Rock, Alternative Rock, Indy, Blues.
I am not worried about the ATCs being active. I actually like the idea since pairing the speaker with the right amp is more of a hustle for me rather than a pleasant exploration.
The gear will be leaving in a rather large room 23ft * 36ft (7m * 11m) which will not be treated in any way.
I like the looks of both speakers (I prefer ATC, wife prefers PMC)
Does anyone have any experience with this gear? (Especially the speakers).
I am in the process of putting together a new stereo system for the house I am currently building.
I leave in Cyprus and auditioning any hifi gear over say £2k is a challenge as the retailers will only import something if you are intending to buy it!
I also have the limitation that quite a few brands have no rep here in Cyprus.
Having done a bit of research I am more excited with the following two options:
Audio Research SL17 2.100 (£1.750) with
ATC SCM50A SL: 9.000 (£7.550)
Total cost: 11.100 (£9.300)
vs.
Bryston BP-26 1.700 (£1.450) with
Bryston 4B SST 3.100 (£2.600) with
PMC Fact8 4.400 (£3.700)
Total cost: 9.200 (£7.750)
I will add a CD player and a Turntable of similar calibre in a years time.
I mostly listen to Jazz, Classic Rock, Alternative Rock, Indy, Blues.
I am not worried about the ATCs being active. I actually like the idea since pairing the speaker with the right amp is more of a hustle for me rather than a pleasant exploration.
The gear will be leaving in a rather large room 23ft * 36ft (7m * 11m) which will not be treated in any way.
I like the looks of both speakers (I prefer ATC, wife prefers PMC)
Does anyone have any experience with this gear? (Especially the speakers).