Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening.


Hi All,

I am new to this forum and have a few questions in reference to HT processors.  I am starting from scratch and switching from a Krell S-1000 and S-1500.  I sold the processor a few months back and I going to list here the amp.

I am currently considering the new Bryston 9B3 and the SP4 and decision was based on upgrade ability and warranty. The speakers for HT will be Sonus Faber Grand Piano Home and for 2 channel Verity Otello’s.  My second choice was Classe but I was informed that they have all sales on hold, this is concerning.  I have not listened to either, my choice is based on reviews and the Bryston dealer.  My decision was also based they are both good for two channel, I am not set on this but it will help the budget and space.  I am looking for a warm and good over all sound; some might say 3 dimensional sound, clarity is also a factor.  Actually, all I’ve read in reference to Classe fits the bill.  I would like a couple of other choices to include in my short list and opinions are welcome. The budget for the processor and amp is approx. 22k.  

Thanks to all.....
maguiar
Bwguy Lumin T1 now going with lumin t2

The new T2 is going to be great,


Dave and Troy
Audio Doctor NJ
Can you tell me what the Lumin T2 gives you over the D2?  I think I read the T2 uses 2 DAC chips per channel, whereas the D2 uses only 1.  Is that correct?   Also, the T2 uses Sabre Vs Wolfson for the D2?  What are your thoughts on these two products?
I am also interested in the T2.  I currently own the T1.  I'm wondering about the trade-off between the T1 and it's external linear power supply vs the T2 and it's internal switching power supply.  Just how much difference does the power supply make?  Also I know you can upgrade the external power supply in the T1 to the same one used on the X1.  Which would be a better upgrade to the T1....going to the T2 or upgrading the power supply on the T1?  I know these questions are impossible to answer until someone has done extensive comparison of the units but Id be curious to hear from folks who have an opportunity to make this comparison.
Bwguy and Randyhat, we have the T2 on order out of the first ten coming into the country. 

The guys from Lumin seem to think that the T2 outperforms the A1 which does have the outboard power supply. 

The Lumin engineers are out of broadcast engineering, they have stated that their included new SMPS is really superb and they have worked very hard to make it quiet. 

The T2 is supposed to sound absolutely amazing, we ordered our demo without hearing it. The X1 is absolutely extraordinary if the little T2 sounds even close it will shake up that segment of the market.

Dave and Troy
Audio Doctor NJ Lumin dealers