Solid State Preamp Reviews

Sidebar 1: Specifications

Description: Music server/ streamer with 24/192 upsampling digital processor and analog volume control, 2TB internal SSD, CD playback and ripping capability, remote control, and downloadable iPad control app that can administer a music library, stream internet radio and music services, and play music from USB stick, NAS, internal memory, CD, or network storage, and streaming services including Tidal, Qobuz, and Idagio. Digital input/output: RCA, TosLink, USB 2.0 (3), USB 3.0, Ethernet (RJ-45, Wi-Fi). Analog input: Stereo mini XLR (2 mini-XLR male to XLR female 1m cables included). BurLink RS232 serial link interface for home integration. Analog outputs: 1 pair XLR (balanced), 1 pair RCA (single-ended). Remote trigger: 5.5/2.5mm DC in/DC out. Audio formats supported: FLAC, WAV/MP3/AIFF/OGG/AAC/ ALAC. Sample rates supported: Up to PCM 24/384 (resampled to 24/192 or 24/96) and DSD256 (converted to 24/192 or 24/96 PCM). Output impedance (balanced/single-ended): 500 ohms/250 ohms. Maximum output level at 1% THD+N: 13V (depending upon output profile). Frequency range, digital and CD: 1hz–½ FS (DAC), S/N ratio: >105dBV. THD+N at 1kHz, 10Hz–22kHz: 0.0008%. Gain: variable. Power consumption: standby 20mA, active 200mA.
Dimensions: 18.98" (482mm) W × 3.78" (96mm) H × 14.45" (367mm) D. Weight: 17.4lb (7.9kg).
Finish: Polished aluminum with chromed brass faceplate.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 1395059. Manufactured in Germany.
Price: $27,500. Approximate number of US dealers: 12.
Manufacturer: Burmester Audiosysteme, Wilhelm-Kabus-Straße 47, 10829 Berlin, Germany. Phone: +49 30 7879680. Web: burmester.de. US distributor: Rutherford Audio, 14 Inverness Drive East, Unit G-108, Englewood, CO 80111. Web: rutherfordaudio.com.