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Bryston BDA-3.14?

Another relatively new, feature rich DAC that needs a thread.
This thing seems to be a digital Swiss Army Knife.
Priced within reason.

But, the big question for me at least, how does it sound?
None of the other stuff matters if it doesn’t sound superb.
Feedback from users would be much appreciated.
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roddey
1 posts
 
I am a brand new user of BDA 3.14 and it delivers sonically in all the ways described. However, getting the Manic Moose software to add my iMac (which MM "recognizes"on its list of potential devices to add) as an NAS device has proved to be quite a challenge. It simply doesn't complete the process after I press "Next". Very frustrating.
rmoyers
18 posts
 

Just received and installed my BDA-3.14.

Oppo 105 connected via HDMI to BDA 3.14 HDMI 4

Cocktail X45 connected via USB to BDA 3.14 USB 2

BDA 3.14 connected via XLR to Krell Showcase processor.

When inserting and playing a SACD in the Oppo 105, the BDA 3.14 generates a noticeable 'pop' when switching to DSD 1x.

When playing a ripped CD from the X45, the BDA 3.14 generates a noticeable 'pop' when switching to 44khz.

Anyone have this 'popping'?

I have to say that with the BDA 3.14 in my system, everything digital sound much better. Streaming from Qobuz using Maniac Moose is way superior to streaming from the X45 using the X45's built-in DAC.

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jank
17 posts
 

I just recently got the BDA 3.14 and it's frustrating. It sounds great using the HDMI connected Oppo as a streamer and as a CD/SACD player.

But I was hoping to use it as a streamer directly. The Pi just does not work for me.The control application looks like it's from the 90s, wifi connection is unstable, keeps on telling me "lost connection", IP address changes and I'm unable to update the f/w. I wish the app would be like the OPPO Media Control.

So, for now. the BDA is just a DAC with HDMI inputs, which was the main reason why I got it. If anybody is willing to share their expertise how to use it as a streamer, I would be grateful. BTW, I emailed Bryston and got no response. No help at their web page either. Not many discussions active. Thank you.

yyzsantabarbara
4,530 posts
 

@jank Did you ask here?

Bryston Limited (audiocircle.com)

This where Bryston hangs out and answers questions.

mahler123
3,062 posts
 

@jank 

 

There were a few threads on this.  I gave up on the BDP 3 as a streamer for the reasons you cited.  It sounds great butI found it to be unusable.  The DAC is great

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