Name: Bryston BDA-1 // Vintage / D/A Converter / DAC
Brand: Bryston
SKU: 8829869359325
Price: 899.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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The Bryston BDA-1 is a high-end digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that delivers on Bryston’s reputation for crafting reliable, no-nonsense audiophile gear. Released in the late 2000s, this DAC quickly became a favorite among those looking for neutrality, transparency, and detailed sound reproduction. The BDA-1 was designed to handle a wide variety of digital sources, turning even lower-quality digital audio into something that sounds clean, dynamic, and immersive.

*Includes the original box

Condition

9/10

Serial No.

001385

Restoration

Verified audio through USB, Coax, Optical, and AES/EBU inputs
Tested all buttons and LEDs, including up-sampling and signal lock
Works with sample rates from 32K to 192K

Factory Specs

Digital-to-analog converter with remote control of digital input and volume.

Digital inputs: USB 1.1, four S/PDIF electrical (RCA, BNC); two S/PDIF optical (TosLink), AES/EBU (XLR).

Digital input sample rates accepted: 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192kHz (transformer-coupled S/PDIF, AES/EBU); 32–48kHz, USB.

Input word lengths accepted: 16–24-bit, S/PDIF and AES/EBU; 16-bit, USB.

Digital output: S/PDIF bypass loop output via RCA jacks.

Control inputs: RS-232 port via 9-pin subminiature connector; remote 12V power-on/off trigger.

Analog outputs: 1 pair each RCA, balanced XLR. Maximum output level: 2.3V RMS unbalanced, 4.6V balanced.

Output impedance: 100 ohms balanced, 50 ohms unbalanced.

Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz, ±0.1dB.

THD+noise at 1kHz: 0.002%. IMD (CCIF): 0.0003%, 19+20kHz.

Channel separation: 109dB at 1kHz. Output noise: <4ÊV or –100dB, 20Hz–20kHz (ref. 1V).

Signal/noise: 140dB.

Dynamic range at –60dBFS: 123dB. Jitter: <250ps peak–peak.

Power consumption: 10VA.
Dimensions: 17" (432mm) or 19" (483mm) with rack ears W by 2.75" (44mm) H by 11.25" (286mm) D. Shipping weight: 18 lbs (8.2kg).

Packing

We'll deliver this piece in its original factory box, so you can be sure it will be protected just as Bryston intended.

Shipping

This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $75, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.

Stock No.

8829869359325