Bryston Digital Player & DAC

 

BDA- 3.14 Streamer / DAC

(MSRP$4,195)

The Bryston BDA-3.14 keeps all the same features as the award winning BDA-3 while adding streaming flexibility via a built-in Raspberry Pii. Essentially, combining the features of the BDA-3 and the BDP-Pi to provide a fully functioning DAC capable of operating as a standalone unit for streaming your favorite audio content. Streaming capability via a built-in music player delivers access to network-connected storage and USB drives as well as streaming services such as Qobuz, Tidal, Roon and Internet radio.

Digital connectivity between the internal music player and the DAC is managed using the I²S protocol, a premium interface standard used for connecting digital audio devices together, perserving audio and clock data with virtually zero error. The BDA-3.14 also features a digital volume control, enabling users to drive an amplifier directly. An updated version of Bryston’s Manic Moose user interface for phones, tablets and computers provides users with intuitive control over all functionality.

Inputs: 4x HDMI, 4x USB 2.0, 2x USB 2.0 Type B, 2x S/PDIF (1x BNC, 1x RCA), 1x Optical (TOSLINK), 1x Ethernet (10/100 Mbps), 1x AES/EBU
Outputs: HDMI, RCA, XLR
Control: TCP/IP, IR, DC, RS-232, USB 2.0 Type B, 1x Ethernet (10/100 Mbps)

Features:

  • Dual 32Bit AKM DAC IC’s
  • Discrete Class A analog output stage
  • Massive support for different PCM and DSD resolutions
  • HDMI video pass-through with audio out (4K video pass-through)
  • Playback from USB drives, NAS, and Streaming services such as Qobuz, TIDAL, Internet Radio, and Custom URLs.
  • Independent analog and digital signal paths
  • Independent power supplies
  • Multiple control options (iOS, Android, Desktop)
  • Physical remote control

 

BDA-2 External DAC

(MSRP$2,995)

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice

The Bryston BDA-2 is a state of the art external Stereo DAC (digital to analog converter) which delivers superb sonic performance through re-sampling and re-clocking of the digital input signal. The BDA-2 incorporates a new asynchronous USB input capable of 192/24bit resolution. It is compatible with CD Drives, Sound Cards, Computers, Music Servers, etc.

Inputs: USB Class 2, 4x SPDIF (2 BNC, 2 RCA), 2x Optical (TOSLINK), AES/EBU
Outputs: RCA Single Ended, XLR Balanced, SPDIF Bypass (RCA)*
Control: RS-232 (DB9)**

Features:

  • Dual 32Bit AKM DAC’s
  • Discrete Class A analog output stage
  • Independent analog and digital signal paths
  • Independent dual power supplies
  • Synchronous upsampling (176.4K/192K)
  • Oversampling
  • 44.1, 48, 88, 96, 176, 192K Sampling
  • 16-24Bit, 44K-192K PCM and USB

Options:

  • Available with silver or black faceplate
  • 17”or 19” faceplate available
  • Rack mountable option available (1U)
  • BR2 remote control available (see Accessories in Other Products

Physical:

  • 2.75” (2″ W/O feet) H x 17” W x 11.5” D (17″ faceplate)
  • 69.85mm (50.8mm W/O feet) H x 431.8mm W x 292.1mm D (431.8mm faceplate)
  • 2.75” (2″ W/O feet) H x 19” W x 11.5” D (19″ faceplate)
  • 69.85mm (50.8mm W/O feet) H x 482.6mm W x 292.1mm D (482.6mm faceplate
  • 12.5 Ibs

 

BDA-3 External DAC

(MSRP$3,795)

The Bryston BDA-3 is a world class DAC (digital to analog converter) that is packed with the perfect mix of features making it an essential part of your digital audio chain. Use diverse audio sources such as Bryston’s BDP digital music players, computers, music servers, and CD players to get the most accurate and superb sounding digital playback currently available. The BDA-3 is a magnificent DAC best suited for systems where high performance is desired.

The BDA-3 delivers superb sonic performance through re-sampling and re-clocking of the digital input signal. With the exception of user-selectable up-sampling, the BDA-3 doesn’t convert anything to another format or re-sample at a non-native rate. The most notable difference between the BDA-2 and BDA-3, in addition to PCM playback capable of 384kHz/32 bit resolution, is that the BDA-3 is fully DSD enabled. The BDA-3 can decode up to DSD-256, through asynchronous USB inputs, and accepts SACD input via HDMI. The BDA-3 incorporates 10 separate inputs which include four 2-channel HDMI, asynchronous USB, AES/EBU, TOSLINK, and digital coax. Additionally, the network module which facilitates control via TCP/IP and RS-232 makes the BDA-3 a must for modern home automation.

Inputs: 4x HDMI, 2x USB 2.0 Type B, 2x S/PDIF (1x BNC, 1x RCA), 1x Optical (TOSLINK), 1x AES/EBU
Outputs: HDMI, RCA, XLR
Control: TCP/IP, IR, DC, RS-232

Features:

  • Dual 32Bit AKM DAC IC’s
  • Discrete Class A analog output stage
  • Independent analog and digital signal paths
  • Independent power supplies
  • Massive support for different PCM and DSD resolutions
  • HDMI video pass-through with audio out (4K video pass-through)

Options:

  • Available with silver or black faceplate
  • 17” or 19” faceplate available
  • Rack mountable option available (2U)
  • BR2 remote control available (see Accessories in Other Products

Awards:

Physical:

  • 3.63” H x 17” W x 11.12” D (17″ Faceplate)
  • 92.20mm H x 431.8mm W x 282.45mm D (431.8mm faceplate)
  • 3.63” H x 19” W x 11.12” D (19″ Faceplate)
  • 92.20mm H (50.8mm W/O feet) H x 482.6mm W x 282.45mm D (482.6mm faceplate)
  • 8.5 lb/3.9 kg

BDP-3 Digital Player

(MSRP$4,195)

The Bryston BDP-3 is a bit perfect dedicated player for high resolution digital audio files. Employing a highly-customized Linux OS optimized to provide the highest quality audio performance, the BDP-3 will play high resolution audio files (up to PCM 384kHz / 32 bit and DSD128) from digital storage devices without compromise. The BDP-3 features a high current linear power supply, custom Intel Celeron powered motherboard, and eight gigabytes of RAM for incredible responsiveness, ultra fast performance, and horsepower to spare for future feature additions.

Digital audio outputs are built upon our proprietary IAD Integrated Audio Device. The AES/EBU and S/PDIF outputs are fully impedance matched and transformer coupled for the best possible digital audio transmission to the DAC of your choice. Jitter is reduced to virtually undetectable levels.

Inputs: 3x USB 3.0, 5x USB 2.0, 1x Gigabit Ethernet
Outputs: SPDIF (BNC), AES/EBU (XLR), USB, HDMI
Control: TCP/IP and RS232
Audio Formats: AIFF, FLAC, WAV, MP3, M4A, OGG, and most common audio file formats

Features:

  • High resolution digital audio player
  • Playback from USB attached drives, optional internal drive, or NAS
  • Custom Intel Celeron Powered Motherboard
  • Eight Gigabytes of RAM
  • Improved power supply delivering over 5 amps
  • Multiple control options (iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Android OS, and PC)
  • Qobuz, TIDAL, Internet Radio, Custom URLs
  • User upgradable firmware
  • NAS Connectivity supported
  • UPnP/DNLA Server supported
  • Requires external DAC
  • RS-232 serial data port for remote control via Crestron, AMX or similar control systems

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BOT-1 Optical Transport

(MSRP$1,595)

Bryston’s BDP digital music players let you enjoy all the benefits of a digital audio library without the frustration of a computer. Until now, you still needed a computer to rip CDs – a frustrating endeavour for many. With the introduction of our new BOT-1, you can banish computers from your listening room for good. Take full control over ripping parameters and meta-data using our Manic Moose web interface on your tablet or smartphone, or let the BDP do it automatically and rip with a single button press on the front panel of the BDP. CD playback buffers a few seconds of CD audio in the system memory correcting timing errors common to all traditional CD players making CD playback sound better than ever.

The BOT-1 is not a traditional CD transport as it requires a BDP to operate. With the world’s largest lossless digital audio library still contained in CDs it’s easy to understand why the addition of CD ripping, playback, and burning to your BDP grants you access to the most music available. At only 5.7” wide, yet sharing aesthetic build quality with other C-Series units, the BOT-1 fits nicely into your rack along side your BDP.

Features:

  • Rip, play, and burn CD’s directly with a USB connected BDP-2 player
  • Compatible with all versions of BDP-1, BDP-1USB and BDP-2
  • Fully managed through the Manic Moose web-based graphical user interface
  • Brushed aluminum faceplate