BP3 vs BP3 MM
The BP3 MM's output voltage is 0.0V RMS against the BP3's 5.0V RMS. Both share signal-to-noise (80 dB), thd (0.005%), and mm gain (41 dB).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,245
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About the BP3
The Bryston BP-3 is a dedicated MM/MC phono preamplifier that applies extremely low-distortion, wide-bandwidth amplification to tiny cartridge signals, bringing them up to line level with very low noise and precise RIAA equalization. Available in a version that supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, it offers 41 dB of gain in MM mode and engages high-quality step-up transformers in MC mode to provide additional gain with virtually no added noise or distortion, making it suitable even for low-output MC designs. The BP-3 is designed to be powered by an external Bryston analog power supply (such as the PS-3 or compatible units), which keeps the noise floor exceptionally low, and includes a front-panel mono switch on current production. It is aimed at vinyl listeners who want a neutral, wide-bandwidth, low-noise interface between their turntable and line preamplifier for high-resolution analog playback.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.005%
- SNR
- 80 dB
- Output Voltage
- 5.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 100Ω
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 41 dB
- HOMC Gain
- 20 dB
- MC Gain
- 30 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
- Loading Options
- 100Ω, 200Ω, 300Ω, 400Ω, 500Ω, 600Ω, 700Ω, 800Ω, 900Ω, 1000Ω
- Adjustable Capacitance
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 145 × 70 × 210 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 1.6 kg (4 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Silver, Black
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions