Bryston BCD-3 High-End CD Player

BRYSTON

€5500,00
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SKU:
BRSTN_BCD_3
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Disc types:
CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Outputs:
XLR balanced analog | RCA analog | XLR AES/EBU digital | RCA S/PDIF digital
Construction:
High-End Digital Music Network Player, Discrete Class A balanced out, Dual Mono DAC 32-bit (2x AK4490)
Front panel handles:
Available upon request (no rackmount holes)
Warranty:
3 Years
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When asked why we bother to produce a stand alone CD player in this modern era of high resolution music and streaming, I am reminded of several reasons. First is that so many of us have massive CD collections that are as capable of sparking joy today as they were years ago when first purchased. CDs can sound unbelievably good--a testament to their ability to continue to out sell digital downloads. Finally remember that for so many music lovers, learning a new digital playback method simply gets in the way of enjoying music. If any of these resonate with you, perhaps the BCD-3 will be the last CD player you'll ever need.

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Features

  • Redbook CD player
  • Balanced XLR and single ended RCA output
  • Digital out via AES/EBU or S/PDIF RCA
  • Network connectivity for firmware updates and control via web UI or automation systems
  • RS232 / IR support
  • Rugged metal CD tray with support rails
  • Large clear OLED display
  • Built using identical DAC circuitry originally developed for BDA-3 DAC

Options

  • Silver or black faceplate
  • 17” or 19” faceplate (non-rack mountable)

Reviews

  • I began this review process wondering if a player like the BCD-3 is even relevant in today’s digital world. I discovered, to my surprise, that it is. My next discovery was just how good the BCD-3 sounds, and how much of an improvement it represents over even excellent last-generation CD players. Then, the Bryston went toe-to-toe with one of the best CD players available—without embarrassing itself in the least...Put this together and you really do have what could be your last CD player. The BCD-3’s single-minded design and functionality delivers CD performance that doesn’t come along every day. And, as we’ve seen with the BCD-1, there’s no guarantee such a player will be here tomorrow. If I were choosing a CD player that wouldn’t break the bank but was unflinching in its musical and sonic generosity, the BCD-3 would be at the top of my list. (Alan Taffel - The Absolute SoundRead Review...
  • In today's parlance, the Bryston BCD-3 simply is what it is—an apparently well-designed and exceptionally well-made CD player that succeeded in connecting me with most of the music I asked it to play, and that offers very good value for the money. I could easily, happily live with it, and can just as easily recommend it. (Art Dudley - StereophileRead Review...
  • “If I were choosing a CD player that wouldn’t break the bank but was un-flinching in it’s musical and sonic gener-osity,” Alan concluded, “the CD-3 would be at the top of my list”. (Absolute Sound - Best Audio Gear 2022) Read review...

Specifications

 
Dimensions Inches: 17 or 19 W x 3.4 H x 12 D
Weight 8.5 lbs | 4 kg
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz: ±0.1dB
THD+N (20Hz-20kHz): <0.002%
Voltage Output: XLR: 4V | RCA: 2V
Noise: RCA: -134dB
  XLR: -140dB
3 Years

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  • 5
    Recommended!

    Posted by Absolute Sound - Best Audio Gear 2022 on 29th Mar 2022

    “If I were choosing a CD player that wouldn’t break the bank but was un-flinching in it’s musical and sonic gener-osity,” Alan concluded, “the CD-3 would be at the top of my list”.

  • 5
    Bryston BCD-3 CD Player

    Posted by Alan Taffel - The Absolute Sound 2019/1 on 3rd Jun 2021

    I began this review process wondering if a player like the BCD-3 is even relevant in today’s digital world. I discovered, to my surprise, that it is. My next discovery was just how good the BCD-3 sounds, and how much of an improvement it represents over even excellent last-generation CD players. Then, the Bryston went toe-to-toe with one of the best CD players available—without embarrassing itself in the least...Put this together and you really do have what could be your last CD player. The BCD-3’s single-minded design and functionality delivers CD performance that doesn’t come along every day. And, as we’ve seen with the BCD-1, there’s no guarantee such a player will be here tomorrow. If I were choosing a CD player that wouldn’t break the bank but was unflinching in its musical and sonic generosity, the BCD-3 would be at the top of my list. https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/bryston-bcd-3-cd-player

  • 5
    Bryston BCD-3 CD player

    Posted by Art Dudley - Stereophile 2017/7 on 3rd Jun 2021

    In today's parlance, the Bryston BCD-3 simply is what it is—an apparently well-designed and exceptionally well-made CD player that succeeded in connecting me with most of the music I asked it to play, and that offers very good value for the money. I could easily, happily live with it, and can just as easily recommend it. https://www.stereophile.com/content/bryston-bcd-3-cd-player