OUR GOAL

With the SP 2, we have sought to design an uncluttered, easy-to-use processor/preamplifier, incorporating stereo and a full range of surround sound capability, which delivers state-of-the-art performance in both analog and digital formats.

PERFORMANCE WITHOUT COMPROMISE

With today’s increased clarity and dynamic range in recordings and movie sound-tracks you need equipment that not only equals but surpasses the parameters of the most demanding material available. The SP 2 preamplifier/processor is without peer in meeting this performance challenge.

EASY TO USE

The Bryston SP 2 is the first high-end processor designed to make home theater easy for the non-technical user. For example, most functions are automatic, controls are well-labeled, and there are clear unambiguous LCD and LED displays. Step-by-step set-up menus with error messages displayed on the LCD window, and a user-friendly, yet comprehensive user manual, make the initial set-up simple and straightforward.

HOME THEATRE PROCESSING

In the digital mode, the SP 2 automatically detects the digital input signal, routes the signal through the DSP module, and adjusts to the appropriate mode. The digital circuit provides decoding for Dolby Digital, Dolby Prologic, DTS and THX formats, in 5.1, 6.1 and 7.1 channels. There’s also Mono and Stereo Down-mixing for all modes, Bass Management modes for all speaker setups.

ANALOG AND DIGITAL CONTROL

The SP 2 puts you in control of a full range of input/output options, allowing a choice of 13 sources, with 6 digital inputs (4 - coaxial & 2 - TOSLINK; pro model, AES/EBU - 12 sources), 6 stereo analog inputs, and a set of 6 inputs for a 5.1 analog output DVD-AUDIO player. A Digital toggle button lets you switch easily between digital and analog input signals, and there is a built-in 24/96 D/A processor. The SP 2 provides both unbalanced outputs (RCA) and a set of 6 true balanced outputs (XLR) for 5.1 and stereo, each with its own discrete output amplifier. Balanced signal transmission uses com-mon- mode rejection to prevent induced hum and interference even with long cable runs.

STEREO PREAMPLIFICATION

While the SP 2 is a great multi-channel controller, there are those who still like their stereo in the analog realm; so, at the touch of a button, the digital circuitry can be bypassed and SP 2 operated as a Bryston audiophile-quality analog pre-amp. The bypass mode provides a totally discrete analog signal path — including an analog volume control. The signal does not go through any IC’s or digital circuitry from input to output.

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING FOR MUSIC

The SP 2 ’s DSP music modes allow you a range of options to enhance the acoustic ambience of your listening room: Stereo, Natural, Club, Stadium, Hall, Theatre, Church, and Party.

SONIC SUPERIORITY BY DESIGN

The Bryston Design philosophy ensures sonic superiority. All analog signal circuitry is fully discrete to avoid the phase shift and nonlinearity inherent in ICs. We exclusively use only the finest components, such as 1% metal-film resistors, polystyrene capacitors, hand-matched transistors, and gold-plated RCA and XLR connectors to reduce noise and distortion to the absolute minimum. Two completely sepa-rate and independent power supplies are employed to prevent any possibility of digital to analog crosstalk or interference.

THE RESULT

Of course, the purpose of all this technology is to place you within the scene of the movie, or to transport you to the actual musical event. Whether you can experience all the drama, movement, and emotions intended is the one truly meaningful measure of any audio/video system. Take the time to visit your Bryston dealer and audition the Bryston SP 2 preamplifier/processor. We think that you’ll redis-cover how exciting audio can be.

Reliability & Support

BUILT TO LAST

Bryston applies techniques and employs custom materials in our everyday construction of electronic equipment that are more typically utilized in military and aerospace industries. Our traditional adherence to proprietary parts and sophisticated construction and testing techniques prevents the unit-to-unit variability typical of mass produced product and assures that your amplifier will perform for many years without concern.

HAND ASSEMBLED WITH CARE

All audio products we make are hand assembled and individu-ally tested by a dedicated team of Bryston employees in our own North American manufacturing facility.

UNIQUE BURN-IN PROCEDURE

Each and every Bryston audio product undergoes an extensive quality control “burn-in” procedure. Following a complete oper-ational checkout, every unit is placed on a test-bench and run for 100 hours. This extremely rigorous burn-in quickly “matures” components and weeds out any potential premature failures. The result is reliable trouble-free performance for many years.

ON-LINE CUSTOMER SUPPORT

The Bryston website allows for downloading of technical bulletins, product addendums, and complete user manuals.

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