Bryston BDA-3.14 Streaming DAC
Best high fidelity streamer for audiophiles seeking uncompromising sonic transparency.
This is the ultimate digital hub for those who want to consolidate their system without sacrificing high-end fidelity. By hardwiring the streamer directly to the converter, it eliminates the usual jitter headaches, though you trade the flexibility of swapping individual components for a singular, uncompromisingly clean signal path.
$4395.00
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Moon Audio
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles with diverse digital sources and home theater components
- Purists seeking an accurate, lifelike representation of their music library
- Listeners wanting a high-performance, all-in-one digital hub
Who should skip it
- Users accustomed to sleek, modern mobile application interfaces
- Homeowners looking for minimalist or decorative audio equipment
- Value-oriented buyers seeking high performance at a lower cost
Performance breakdown
Signal Integrity
Internal I2S connection virtually eliminates jitter for pristine digital playback.
Connectivity Versatility
Four HDMI inputs make this a true hub for complex systems.
Streaming Integration
Roon Ready certification ensures seamless, high-end library management and playback.
Conversion Precision
Dual 32-bit AKM DACs deliver exceptional resolution for high-fidelity audio.
Output Quality
Discrete Class A analog stage provides warm, transparent, and powerful sound.
System Simplification
Digital volume control allows direct connection to amplifiers, reducing component clutter.
Key Specs
Audio Output Type
RCA Stereo, XLR Balanced
Digital-to-Analog Converter Built-in
Yes
Ethernet Port
Yes
Maximum Sampling Rate
384 kHz
Maximum Bit Depth
32 bits
Roon Ready
Yes
Form Factor
Desktop
Streaming Service Integration
Qobuz, Tidal, Internet Radio
High Resolution Audio Support
Yes
Multi-room Audio Support
Yes
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