Bryston is one of the most dependable brand names when it comes to high-end audio systems. For years the brand has been recognized by audiophiles throughout the world as equipment that delivers clear and consistent quality in music.

What are the specs for the BDA-1?

Design:
DAC
Decoding:
24 Bit, 192 kHz
MFR:
20 Hz – 20 KHz, -0.1dB
S/N:
140 dB Unweighted
THD + N:
.002%
Output Level:
– 2.3V Unbalanced – 4.6V Balanced
Dimensions:
1.75″ H x 17″ W x 11.25″ D
Weight:
12 lbs
MSRP:
$2,150

What else to know about the BDA-1?

The Bryston BDA-1 is an external Stereo DAC (Digital to Analog Converter) using fully discrete Class-A proprietary Bryston analog circuits, two independent linear power supplies, and dual Crystal CS-4398 DAC chips. The BDA-1 features an impressive array of inputs for USB, COAX, OPTICAL, AES-EBU, and BNC equipped digital devices. For audio outputs, the BDA-1 offers both balanced XLR as well as unbalanced RCA stereo connectors on the rear panel. The BDA-1 is RS-232 software upgradeable via PC, Mac upgrades are not supported at this time. I have been informed by Bryston that there have not been any firmware upgrades for this model so that should not be an issue for Mac owners Bryston delivers superb sonic performance by re-sampling and re-clocking the digital input in order to reduce jitter. The result is a significant reduction in jitter (1/1000 of a nanosecond). But it isn't enough to just get the bits right; those bits have to be converted back into music with the same timing reference as when the music was first digitized. The input signal of the BDA-1 is re-clocked and re-sampled to reduce any possibility of jitter affecting the sound quality. Even the input receiver and the sample rate converter serve to further reduce jitter. The most critical part of the circuit design in the Bryston BDA-1 is the DAC's analog outputs, connected directly to a pair of proprietary Bryston Class A discrete operational amplifiers. Bryston hand assembles using only the finest components and individually tests every product they manufacture. There are 6 digital inputs, which are easily selected using a front panel switch.  \- positive-feedback.com

Brief History of Bryston

Founded in 1976 by the Lanois brothers (including Grammy award winner Daniel Lanois) and Bob Doidge, Grant Avenue Studio is a recording and mixing facility based in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada that also provides mastering and tape transfer services. The hallowed rooms within the stately converted early 1900's Edwardian home on Grant Avenue have seen numerous recording legends such as Gordon Lightfoot, Bruce Cockburn, Ian Thomas, U2, Johnny Cash, Los Lobos and countless others. Bob Doidge became sole owner of the studio in 1985 and touts Hamilton as a cultural gem just Southwest of Toronto on the shores of Lake Ontario.

Other Bryston Products We Often Buy

Typically, StereoBuyers purchases mostly used amplifiers, especially the vintage amps and high-end Bryston models.

StereoBuyers has purchased tens of thousands worth Bryston brand equipment since 2014, with individual buys ranging from $100 to well over $50,000. If you are moving, ready to upgrade, or have Bryston equipment you do not or will not be using, why not contact us today to find out if it is worth good money?

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