Description
Bryston BDA-3 Digital to Analog Converter
The Bryston BDA-3 Digital to Analog Converter is one of these rare specimens.
As audiophiles you often seek ‘giant killer’ components. Though the phrase is loosely used, rarely, if ever do we find such elusive equipment. The BDA-3 is one of these rare specimens.
An extraordinarily well engineered DAC, the BDA-3 is compatible with virtually any digital source component and features measured performance that is very near the theoretical limit of the digital audio streams it can decode.
Such a well executed DAC can resolve the finest details in your digital recording with aplomb. Besides it’s superb measured performance, it’s a total joy to use and listen to. It is operationally easy to understand and sounds better than anyone could expect.
Regardless of your digital audio budget, this should be on your short list.
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Reviews
- Stereophile – “I had no choice but to buy the review sample, and I recommend that the BDA-3 be listed in Class A+ of Stereophile’s “Recommended Components.”
- The Absolute Sound – “Bryston’s BDA-3 DAC surpasses the high-value performance standard set by the BDA-2, enables inexpensive HDMI-equipped disc players to function as premium source components, and adds exceptionally engaging DSD playback to its potent mix of virtues. I’ve already purchased the review sample as my new reference.”
Features
- 10 different inputs including 4 HDMI, 2 USB, AES/EBU, S/PDIF RCA, S/PDIF BNC, and Toslink
- PCM support up to 384 kHz / 32 bit
- DSD support up to DSD-256 (x4)
- User selectable upsampling for some inputs
- Separate power supplies for analog and digital circuitry
- Fully discrete Class-A balanced analog outputs
- Control via IR, RS232, IP, or 12V trigger
- Aluminum chassis and metalwork. Machined and anodized aluminum dress panel.
World Class Engineering
Bryston digital audio components give you the chance to hear a bit-perfect replica of what the musicians intended.
Their approach starts with clean power. All Bryston digital equipment gets independent power supplies for digital and analog sections. They convert digital data to the analog domain with absolute accuracy using custom implementations of the finest converters available.
Then they pass them to Bryston discrete operational amplifiers to drive downstream components. Though none of them are cheap, you’ll find that every Bryston digital component sets a new reference for what to expect at any price.
Bit Perfect
Bryston digital players play music from nearly any source in nearly any format. They expertly convert your files (or those from streaming services) to a bitstream that the DAC can understand. Whether you choose DSD, PCM, or streaming, count on the BDP to be your source component of choice.
Analog Too
Don’t forget that a major component of DACs and CD players is the quality of their analog sections. Bryston BDA and BCD components feature proprietary discrete analog outputs that are ultra low distortion and super quiet. Our analog circuitry is best in class and can resolve all the fine detail your digital recordings have to offer.
Made Easy
Control Bryston digital components your way. Each component features a customized web-based user interface making it possible to control your equipment from any device with a web browser. Simply plug the device into your home network (or use WiFi with BDP). Even the BCD-3 can be controlled over the network!
Specifications
- Dimensions: Inches: 17 (43.18 cm) or 19 (48.26 cm) W x 8.64cm H x 30.5cm D
- Weight: 8.5 lbs | 4 kg
- Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz: ±0.1dB
- THD+N (20Hz-20kHz): <0.002%
- Voltage Output: XLR: 4V | RCA: 2V
- Noise:
- RCA: -134dB
- XLR: -140dB
