New, Upgraded Flagship Digital Music Player
Bryston’s flagship digital music player just got a big upgrade with higher horsepower and even more features. The new BDP-3 offers more of everything that makes your digital music files sound great, and it does it in the no-compromise Bryston manner.
A blazing Intel processor and 8 gigabytes of RAM make the BDP-3 extremely quick when managing even the largest of music libraries. The new USB 3.0 ports dramatically improve disk performance when using USB 3.0 attached drives. When you add up the BDP-3's DSD support, the extra USB ports, and Gigabit network connectivity, and then factor in world renowned Bryston sound quality, you end up with a high resolution digital player that will be your source component of choice for years to come.
New Added Features
The BDP-3 continues to add new features, including support for streaming services including Qobuz, Tidal, and B-Radio (Bryston's internet radio access, no subscription required), plus third-party integration from Roon.
You can order a version of the BDP-3 with built-in internal WiFi or purchase an optional external WiFi Device.
You have lots of options for controlling your Bryston BDP-3, thanks to a growing list of control interfaces, which include Manic Moose S2.40 (a NEW release of the internal Bryston software, Rigelian (via the Apple Store), Soundirok (Apple Store), Chimney (Windows Computers), M.A.LP. (Android Play Store), Droid MPD Client (Android Play Store) and Glider Music Player (Apple Store).
Add Qobuz to your BDP
Bryston has just released firmware for all of its BDP players that includes support for the new-to-the-USA streaming service Qobuz. Qobuz offers tens of millions of tracks at resolutions ranging from CD quality 44.1 kHz 16 bits all the way up to ultra high resolution 192kHz 24 bits. New Bryston firmware adds Qobuz to the Default view of Media Player within Bryston's own Manic Moose user interface.
First, sign up for a Qobuz account if you haven't already. Then click here for information on how to upgrade your Bryston firmware.
Connect Any DAC
Not only is the BDP-3 compatible with USB and HDMI DACs but it also excels with DACs with traditional digital inputs. Use the S/PDIF or AES/EBU outputs and enjoy the benefits of Bryston's proprietary 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. Measured jitter is so low, it’s nearly undetectable even by Bryston's state-of-the-art laboratory.
Separate USB Buses
The BDP-3 features two entirely separate USB buses, which makes it possible to connect a USB DAC to a completely separate circuit than USB drives. Now the BDP is compatible with more DACs than ever including those using the Streamlength protocol.
Highest Quality Audio Performance
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 384 kHz / 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.
Roon-Ready and More…
The BDP-3 supports TIDAL (subscription required) and is Roon-Ready, too (subscription required). It plays AIFF, FLAC, WAV, MP3, M4A, OGG, and most common audio file formats. It offers multiple control options via iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Android OS, and PC and has user upgradable firmware. The RS-232 serial data port offers remote control via Crestron, AMX or similar control systems.
The BDP-3 provides plenty of connections for your music. It includes three USB 3.0 inputs, five USB 2.0 inputs, and one Gigabit Ethernet connection. On the output side, it provides SPDIF (BNC), AES/EBU (XLR), USB, and HDMI connections.