BDA-3 DAC

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #960 on: 1 Jun 2018, 09:20 am »
Hi aleger

I am not sure the new software will solve the problem as some DVD players stop sending a bitstream when you stop or pause it and that's what causes the tic sound. 

Please send the email to Mike and see if he can help - mpickett@bryston.com

james


HI James, should have read the previous posts more precise, sorry for that.


This is much like my question on switching HDMI inputs on the BDA3. What i'm saying is it isn't only on the side of the player, the ticking is caused.
Might be because of the HDMI's definition this is happening, but couldn't the BDA incorporate some kind of soft-switching? A bit like the power-amps?


Automatic stop/play might be set on the player side, just like the automatic HDMI selector on the TV. Have to investigate . That wont keep the ticking out i fear.
Anyways, beyond the clicking and interface, I like what i hear!


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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #961 on: 1 Jun 2018, 10:36 am »

HI James, should have read the previous posts more precise, sorry for that.


This is much like my question on switching HDMI inputs on the BDA3. What i'm saying is it isn't only on the side of the player, the ticking is caused.
Might be because of the HDMI's definition this is happening, but couldn't the BDA incorporate some kind of soft-switching? A bit like the power-amps?


Automatic stop/play might be set on the player side, just like the automatic HDMI selector on the TV. Have to investigate . That wont keep the ticking out i fear.
Anyways, beyond the clicking and interface, I like what i hear!


Cheers,
Marius

Interesting idea - I will send this to engineering.

james

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #962 on: 20 Jun 2018, 07:40 am »
Hello there! This is my very first post at this forum. I have a few questions, let's keep it simple and ON topic please :-) here is my first questions. I was wondering, with the BDA-3, what would you choose and why if you were to play physical CD´s (16/44) from an transport (a pretty good one, let's say around 1000 euro) through the BDA-3:

 - HDMI out to HDMI in

 - Coax out to coax (not BNC) in

I appreciate it!
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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #963 on: 20 Jun 2018, 09:40 am »
Hi Andreas

Welcome!

HDMI has higher jitter rates than COAX so I would use COAX

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #964 on: 20 Jun 2018, 12:47 pm »
Hi Andreas

Welcome!

HDMI has higher jitter rates than COAX so I would use COAX

james

Hi James! Thank you for your quick reply. OK, so COAX goes for DVD- and Bluray movies as well as CD (same transport/universal player and conditions as mentioned above)?

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« Reply #965 on: 20 Jun 2018, 04:37 pm »
Hi James! Thank you for your quick reply. OK, so COAX goes for DVD- and Bluray movies as well as CD (same transport/universal player and conditions as mentioned above)?

You will need HDMI for video part only.

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #966 on: 20 Jun 2018, 06:09 pm »
OK, thank you once again James.

Just to make sure and due to previous info, it's preferable to use the BDA-3, for best sound, like this:

CD, DVD (sound) and Bluray (sound) = COAX or BNC

SACD = HDMI (the only way with BDA-3)

Correct?

Bryston BDA-3 users (and James T.) feel free to comment your ideas och opinions on this topic.
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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #967 on: 21 Jun 2018, 08:51 am »
OK, thank you once again James.

Just to make sure and due to previous info, it's preferable to use the BDA-3, for best sound, like this:

CD, DVD (sound) and Bluray (sound) = COAX or BNC

SACD = HDMI (the only way with BDA-3)

Correct?

Bryston BDA-3 users (and James T.) feel free to comment your ideas och opinions on this topic.
Thanks!

Hi Andreas,
I would say it's correct. Just remember that coax si limited to 48/24 (or maybe even 44/24) so if you're playing BR you might consider using HDMI for higher resolution.
what is your transport?
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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #968 on: 21 Jun 2018, 09:54 am »
Hi Folks,

The COAX on the BDA-3 DAC is capable of 192/24. The USB is capable of 192/32 and DSD 64 and 128.  The HDMI is 192/24 and DSD 64.

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« Reply #969 on: 21 Jun 2018, 10:29 am »
The BDA-3 page and pg. 4 of manual on Bryston site says that PCM is capable of 384/32. And that DSD-256 is supported. Thru USB.

http://bryston.com/PDF/Manuals/BDA3_MANUAL.pdf

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #970 on: 21 Jun 2018, 10:56 am »
Hi Andreas,
I would say it's correct. Just remember that coax si limited to 48/24 (or maybe even 44/24) so if you're playing BR you might consider using HDMI for higher resolution.
what is your transport?
Cheers

Hi Grant! Thank you for your answer. I use Marantz UD7007 as a transport, so it will be BR, DVD and CD through coax - and I will try it both with and without upsampling function.
I will also try BR, DVD and CD through HDMI.
I will use USB when using my Mac Mini. This is kind of new for me.
I will definitely use HDMI when playing SACD. That is awesome!

What are your opinions on the upsampling function?

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #971 on: 21 Jun 2018, 10:57 am »
Hi Folks,

The COAX on the BDA-3 DAC is capable of 192/24. The USB is capable of 192/32 and DSD 64 and 128.  The HDMI is 192/24 and DSD 64.

james

Hi James, those numbers are awesome - it seems to be covering... everything and a little bit more :-)!

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #972 on: 21 Jun 2018, 10:58 am »
The BDA-3 page and pg. 4 of manual on Bryston site says that PCM is capable of 384/32. And that DSD-256 is supported. Thru USB.

http://bryston.com/PDF/Manuals/BDA3_MANUAL.pdf

Hi and thanks for the info CanadianMaestro, i will read the manual. 

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #973 on: 21 Jun 2018, 11:07 am »
Has anyone elaborated with different power cords (more or less pricier) or other cables for that matter and made comparisons when using BDA-3?

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« Reply #974 on: 21 Jun 2018, 11:19 am »
The BDA-3 page and pg. 4 of manual on Bryston site says that PCM is capable of 384/32. And that DSD-256 is supported. Thru USB.

http://bryston.com/PDF/Manuals/BDA3_MANUAL.pdf

Hi

Yes thats correct but as far as I know there is not much material out there. And folks remember the numbers are a small 'bit' of the total story of what makes a quality DAC.

james

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #975 on: 21 Jun 2018, 11:28 am »
Hi

Yes thats correct but as far as I know there is not much material out there. And folks remember the numbers are a small 'bit' of the total story of what makes a quality DAC.

james

So true James, I'm looking forward to hear music and sound through BDA-3! I only want to make sure that I'm using the unit for the most optimal experience.

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #976 on: 21 Jun 2018, 11:34 am »
Hi

Yes thats correct but as far as I know there is not much material out there.

james

The Bryston manual is definitive. And accurate -- I hope.

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« Reply #977 on: 21 Jun 2018, 01:23 pm »
Has anyone elaborated with different power cords (more or less pricier) or other cables for that matter and made comparisons when using BDA-3?

A DAC doesn't need a hi-end cord, so just use the quality 16-AWG stock provided with BDA.

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #978 on: 22 Jun 2018, 04:59 am »
Burn-in time for the BDA-3, what can one expect?

Thanks!

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Re: BDA-3 DAC
« Reply #979 on: 22 Jun 2018, 11:46 am »
I confirm it goes up to 384/32 and dsd128 via USB. Never tried 256.
I think that coax is limited by the source at 48, not by the dac itself