Daniel J SaitBryston has introduced the ultra-high-performance BP-19 analogue preamplifier, which leverages years of R&D and design innovations that were achieved during the development of the multi-award-winning BR-20 preamplifier.
The Bryston BP-19 preamplifier reproduces music “effortlessly” thanks to an oversized toroidal power transformer and hand-selected premium components. The optimised, discrete operational amplifier delivers a low THD+N measurement at or below 0.0006%.
The signal path features a fully balanced design from input-to-output, using an array of tightly matched components and a compact circuit architecture, achieving what the manufacturer is calling “the lowest possible noise and superior common mode rejection”.
The BP-19 also employs an advanced volume attenuator, ensuring long-lasting, quiet, linear performance.
The input array includes two pairs of balanced XLR input jacks and four pairs of RCA input connectors. There are two pairs of RCA (phono) outputs (one pair fixed, one pair variable), and two pairs of balanced XLR outputs (one pair fixed, one pair variable).
For the first time ever, Bryston is offering the BP-2 moving magnet (MM) phono stage circuit as an onboard option for the BP-19 preamp, which the manufacturer states allows for low noise, miniscule distortion and provides headroom margins sufficient to prevent overload from any known phono source. B
Bryston also offers specially designed, custom-made outboard step-up transformers to accommodate low output Moving Coil (MC) cartridge designs.
Many features of the BP-19 can be easily controlled using the included infrared remote. Each of the six analogue inputs have corresponding buttons on the remote as well as on the front panel of the preamp. HEX codes are also available for use with a universal style remote control.
The BP-19 preamplifier can be controlled remotely using RS232 or IP when connected to a smart home ecosystem via the RS232 or Ethernet ports on the rear panel. The BP-19 can also be remotely turned on or placed into standby, and trigger outputs can be used to power on/off other connected equipment, such as a power amplifier.
The BP-19 is available in five standard faceplate finishes, in 17 or 19-inch widths and 19-inch rack mounts for professional applications are also available. Bryston also offers personalised custom faceplate colours for the BP-19 and other electronics such as amplifiers, preamplifiers, CD players, digital players, phono stages and DACs.
The BP-19 preamplifier is handcrafted in Canada and will become available Q3, 2023 with an MSRP of $5,195 (approx £4,107) and comes with a 20-year warranty.