Bryston BCD-3 CD Player
Best high-fidelity player for dedicated audiophiles with extensive CD collections.
This is a purist’s machine designed for one job: extracting every ounce of detail from your Redbook collection. By stripping away modern streaming features, it trades versatility for a master-clocked, jitter-free performance that makes your physical discs sound better than ever.
$4495.00
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Schroeder Amplification
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking transparent and natural sound reproduction
- Long-term investors prioritizing durability and manufacturer support
- System builders needing a high-performance standalone DAC
Who should skip it
- Purists preferring the tactile feel of tray-loading mechanisms
- Budget-conscious listeners seeking entry-level pricing
- Collectors requiring SACD or modern network streaming capabilities
Performance breakdown
Audio Fidelity
Master clock synchronization delivers near-perfect, jitter-free Redbook CD playback.
Build Integrity
Rugged metal tray and professional-grade transport ensure lasting mechanical reliability.
Signal Purity
Discrete Class A output stages maintain exceptional sonic accuracy and transparency.
Connectivity Versatility
Comprehensive balanced and digital outputs integrate seamlessly into any high-end system.
Control Sophistication
Web-based and home automation integration offers modern convenience for serious audiophiles.
User Accessibility
Lack of a remote control limits convenience for casual, daily listening sessions.
Key Specs
Output Voltage, Balanced
4.0V
Output Voltage, Single Ended
2.0V
Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz
± 0.1dB
Noise, Balanced Out
-140dB
Noise, Single Ended Out
-140dB
IMD
≤0.0003%
THD + Noise, 20Hz-20kHz
≤0.001%
Dimensions (17" Faceplate)
17” W x 3.325” H x 11.53” D
Dimensions (19" Faceplate)
19” W x 3.325” H x 11.53” D
Weight
8.8 lb
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