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SONIC 

SUPERIORITY

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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 5, Natural, Club, Stadium, Hall, Theatre, Church, 
Party, etc.

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. In addition, two 
completely  separate  and  independent  power  supplies  are 
employed  to  prevent  any  possibility  of  digital  to  analog 
crosstalk or interference. There is no video switching on-
board therefore eliminating interaction between video and 
audio circuits.

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 rediscover 
how exciting audio can be.

The SP 2 analyzes the digital bitstream, determines 
format, automatically adjusts mode, and provides a 
readout on the LCD screen. 

Balanced outputs are ideal for  
long cable runs to reduce induced 
hum and noise.

Summary of Contents for SP2

Page 1: ...BRYSTON SP2 PERFORMANCE DRIVEN SP2 SURROUND PROCESSOR ...

Page 2: ...rd 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 Pro Logic IIx DTS and THX formats in 5 1 6 1 and 7 1 channels There s also Mono and Stereo Down mixing for all modes independent Bass Management modes for all...

Page 3: ...e 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 In addition two completely separate and independent power supplies are employed to prevent any possibility of digital to analog crosstalk or interference There is no video switching on board therefore elimin...

Page 4: ... convenient upgrades so future software changes are quick and easy to implement On the hardware side our pin to pin compatible digital board topology facilitates upgrades to future formats or digital processing technologies The SP 2 s existing DAC chips can run at sample rates up to 192kHz facilitating upgrades to accommodate future formats It is worth noting that many manufacturers promise that t...

Page 5: ...PHILE STEREO PREAMPLIFIER Digital bypass pure analog circuit path DIGITAL ANALOG MULTICHANNEL PREAMPLIFIER Home Theatre Control Center 5 1 analog direct pass through for DVD Audio Players and SACD Surround DSP PROCESSOR Ambient Surround for music STEREO 24 96 D A CONVERTER For high bit PCM audio Hand held 30 button infrared remote control contains a tilt switch and photosensor that automatically b...

Page 6: ...l bass management modes for all speaker setups Bass redirection modes for any speaker set up Dynamic range limiting for late night enjoyment of Dolby Digital Music DSP modes Natural Club Stadium Hall Theatre Church etc Party mode 5 channel summed mono distribution for even room coverage and 5 channel Stereo option stereo fed to front rear Easy set up LCD window provides built in menus for speaker ...

Page 7: ...um 2 Vrms in DSP modes 4Vrms in Bypass Mode OUTPUT LEVEL 8 Vrms 16 Vrms Balanced in DSP Modes 10 Vrms 20 Vrms Balanced in Bypass Mode OUTPUT IMPEDANCE 110 Ohms D A A D CONVERSION Crystal Semiconductor 24 Bit Delta Sigma DSP ENGINE Motorola BASS MANAGEMENT 2nd Order high pass filter x5 4th Order low pass filter Crossover Frequencies from 40 to 200 Hz DISPLAY Two line 16 alphanumeric characters per ...

Page 8: ... a source of extreme heat shock that could result in long term reliability problems We don t skimp on testing or rush our products through somelast minutego no gocheck ateverystageindividual parts completed circuit boards sub assemblies and final assemblies are all put through rigorous inspection and testing procedures When completed every Bryston amplifier receives a comprehensive and carefully d...

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