Playmate 3 vs SMSL DL400
The DL400's signal-to-noise is 127 dB against the Playmate 3's 96 dB and its thd 0.000% against 0.002%. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and max sample rate (768 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$400 - $599
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the Playmate 3
The Burson Audio Playmate 3 is a desktop DAC, 3-watt single-ended Class-A headphone amplifier, and preamplifier built around an ESS9039 DAC. It provides USB-C and optical digital inputs, a 3.5 mm headset input with microphone support, 3.5 mm and 6.3 mm headphone connections, and RCA line-level outputs. Its modular internal design allows the op-amps and power modules to be upgraded. A Deluxe package is available with upgraded V7 Vivid Pro op-amps, SP02 power modules, a Burson Super Charger 24V/3A power supply, and remote control.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 3W @ 8Ω
- Input Impedance
- 38Ω
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 768 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD512
- DAC Chip
- ESS9039
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.002%
- SNR
- 96 dB
- Output Impedance
- 2Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB-C, Optical, 3.5 mm AUX
- Analog Outputs
- RCA line/pre-out
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 190 × 60 × 150 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 3 kg (7 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 3W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions