The Bryston BP17³ is a state-of-the-art analog stereo preamplifier, utilizing software control which allows for numerous features and functions. The BP17³ delivers incredible sonic performance while still adhering to traditional, fully discrete, analog circuits throughout the preamplifier.
The BP17³ includes the patented Salomie circuit found in all Cubed Series amplifiers and incorporates much of the existing architecture developed for the Bryston B135³ Integrated Amplifier and SP3 Surround Sound Processor.
Additionally, new to the BP17³ are two pairs of Balanced (XLR) inputs as well as a pair of balanced outputs which can be configured as either variable or a fixed, allowing compatibility with the BHA-1 Headphone Amplifier (or other balanced input headphone amplifier).
Inputs: 2x Balanced Pairs (XLR), 4x Single Ended Pairs (RCA)
Outputs: 2x Balanced Pairs (XLR), 2x Single Ended Pairs (RCA Tape Loop)
Control: RS-232 (DB9), IR
Features:
Balanced and Single Ended Inputs and Outputs
Fully discrete Class A analog circuitry
The patented Salomie circuit found in all Cubed Series amplifiers
XLR pair configurable as variable or fixed output (compatibility with the BHA-1)
Independent power supply and ground paths for analog and digital circuits.
Relay switching on all inputs
Programmable pass through feature
Software control and balanced action volume control
Options:
Silver or black faceplate
17” or 19” faceplate (non-rack mountable)
Internal DAC (Additional Inputs: 2 Optical, 2x SPIDF)
Internal MM Phono Stage
BR2 remote control
The new model will retail for $3995