BDA-2 DAC and BDA-3 DAC

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BDA-2 DAC and BDA-3 DAC
« on: 2 Oct 2012, 05:59 pm »
Discussion thread for the Bryston  BDA-2 DAC



BDA-2 FEATURES:
• Dual 32Bit AKM DAC’s
• Independent Dual Power Supplies
• Discrete Class A analog output stage
• Oversampling
• Synchronous upsampling (176.4K/192K)
• Selectable upsampling feature
• Independent Analog and Digital signal paths
• USB (1), COAX (2), OPTICAL (2), AES-EBU (1) BNC (2) inputs
• 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176, 192K sampling
• 16-24Bit, 44K-192K PCM and USB
• Fully Differential Balanced XLR and Unbalanced RCA Stereo outputs.
• Transformer coupled SPDIF and AES EBU

Digital inputs.
• SPDIF COAX Bypass Loop Output
• RS-232 software upgrade
• Optional Remote Control
• Remote 12 Volt Trigger
• Compatible with CD Drives, Sound Cards, Computers, Music Servers.
• Cosmetically matches C-Series

New asynchronous USB input capable of 192/24bit resolution.
« Last Edit: 29 Oct 2014, 12:15 pm by James Tanner »

Phil A

Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #1 on: 2 Oct 2012, 06:07 pm »
James from your posts in the other thread.  This should answer many questions.

"New BDA-2 (BDA-1 stays in the line)


$2395 List USA

james"

"The Chip set in the BDA2 is capable of DSD but the software is not done yet.

james"


"Hi Ron,

No CD transport planned at this point.  We are looking at adding a CD optical drive to be used with our BDP-2 Digital player.

james"

"Hi Bob,

The new AKM chips preform at about the same level but 32 bits seems to be the new direction so we feel it is the better option going forward.

The prices are close ($200) but my intention is to leave the BDA-1 in the line because unless you want to use your laptop computer into the BDA (because the new USB has asynchronous 192/24 capability) there is no need to spend the extra money.  Also if you are using the BDA-1 with our BDP digital player there is no need for the BDA 2.

As well we will be releasing a USB Interface for BDA-1 owners which will allow them to use the new USB 192/24 feature with their BDA-1.

james"

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #2 on: 2 Oct 2012, 06:11 pm »
MEMO: To all Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: New BDA-2 DAC and BDP-2 Digital Player


October 2012


It is always difficult when you introduce a new product as someone has just purchased the current version of said product.

The BDP-2 Digital Player was designed for those customers that felt the BDP -1 did not have enough features - more drives , larger library capability, esata internal harddrive capability, increase speed with load times etc,  Lack of these features was what prevented some customers from considering the BDP-1 in their systems.

Remember the BDP-2 is not replacing the BDP-1 it is an additional product choice.

The "purist" can stay with the BDP-1 and those requiring additional features can go to the BDP-2. Also the BDP-2 is 1/3 more money than the BDP-1.

As for the BDA-2 external DAC the main reason for the BDA-2 was to add Asynchronous USB 192/24 capability.  DSD capability is also possible with the AKM chips so we are looking at that going forward (software). 

We will also be offering a USB Interface as well for those folks that currently own a BDA-1 which can be used with the BDA-1 and allow for 192/24 USB capability. 

Hope this helps.


James Tanner
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klao

Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #3 on: 4 Oct 2012, 03:00 am »
Are the 32/192 chips: AK4397 ?

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #4 on: 4 Oct 2012, 11:57 am »
Are the 32/192 chips: AK4397 ?

I think its AKM4399... :scratch:

Marius

Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #5 on: 4 Oct 2012, 04:39 pm »
Hi James,

What exactly do you mean with this? Bypass Loop Output...?
Wouldn't be an optional double balanced output, to go into the BP26 and the BHA1?
Which would be kind of wonderful.

Marius


Digital inputs.
• SPDIF COAX Bypass Loop Output


Phil A

Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #6 on: 4 Oct 2012, 05:06 pm »
Hi James,

What exactly do you mean with this? Bypass Loop Output...?
Wouldn't be an optional double balanced output, to go into the BP26 and the BHA1?
Which would be kind of wonderful.

Marius

Could be wrong but believe it means that if you use the DAC with a HT Receiver and a DVD Player, for example, you can put the output of the DVD Player into the DAC and loop it out for the HT Receiver to decode

ChrisBo

Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #7 on: 5 Oct 2012, 01:57 am »
Great News! I saw this at the Toronto show and I'm looking forward to adding one to my current set up ... James when will these be shipping?

Thanks

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #8 on: 5 Oct 2012, 02:21 am »
Great News! I saw this at the Toronto show and I'm looking forward to adding one to my current set up ... James when will these be shipping?

Thanks

Hi

Shooting for the end of October.

James

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #9 on: 5 Oct 2012, 11:10 am »
Any idea the model number of the ATOM processor?

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #10 on: 5 Oct 2012, 11:10 am »
Are the 32/192 chips: AK4397 ?


HI

AK4399, a newer version of the 4397.

james

Marius

Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #11 on: 5 Oct 2012, 11:30 am »
Great,

including native hardware DSD support! http://www.akm.com/datasheets/ak4399_f03e.pdf

Didn't you state you would have to rely on software DSD decoding James? If so, why not use the Hardware decoding options of this chip?
 
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"DSD capability is also possible with the AKM chips so we are looking at that going forward (software).  "
Marius


HI

AK4399, a newer version of the 4397.

james

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #12 on: 5 Oct 2012, 11:45 am »
Great,

including native hardware DSD support! http://www.akm.com/datasheets/ak4399_f03e.pdf

Didn't you state you would have to rely on software DSD decoding James? If so, why not use the Hardware decoding options of this chip?
 Marius

We are listening to both and deciding.

james

Marius

Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #13 on: 5 Oct 2012, 11:54 am »
 :thumb:
waiting patiently for the upgrade.


James, please comment the Bypass Loop output?

Marius

We are listening to both and deciding.

james

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #14 on: 5 Oct 2012, 12:40 pm »
:thumb:
waiting patiently for the upgrade.


James, please comment the Bypass Loop output?

Marius

It just feeds out whatever comes in untouched.

James

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #15 on: 5 Oct 2012, 01:49 pm »
  When is Bryston expecting this to come to market( I don't want to sell my bda-1 too soon).

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #16 on: 5 Oct 2012, 02:17 pm »
  When is Bryston expecting this to come to market( I don't want to sell my bda-1 too soon).

I would say give it 60-90 days as the orders are piling up already.

james

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #17 on: 9 Oct 2012, 08:51 am »
Add my order to the growing list James, hopefully an early Christmas present?

Marius

Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #18 on: 9 Oct 2012, 01:26 pm »
James,

Is the design already definitive? Otherwise I would beg you to have a second balanced and rca out, to feed both the BDA and the BHA simultaneoulsy with the same and undivided output, thus preventing the hassle with cable splitters and diminished sound quality because of that.

Marius

It just feeds out whatever comes in untouched.

James

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Re: BDA-2 DAC
« Reply #19 on: 9 Oct 2012, 01:40 pm »
Well now,,,if we're offering suggestions,,,how about a built in analogue remote volume control??? :D :D