{"product_id":"bryston-bp-3-mm-mc-phono-preamplifier-copy","title":"Bryston BP-3 MM Moving Magnet Phono Preamplifier","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBryston BP-3 MM Moving Magnet Phono Preamplifier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBryston BP-3 MM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a dedicated high-performance phono preamplifier designed for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoving Magnet and high-output Moving Coil cartridges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA phono cartridge produces one of the smallest signals anywhere in an audio system. The job of the phono stage is to amplify that tiny signal while applying accurate RIAA equalization—and do it without burying the music in added noise or distortion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat's exactly what the BP-3 MM is designed to do.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e41dB of gain, Class A discrete amplification, ultra-precise RIAA equalization and configurable capacitive loading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the BP-3 MM is a straightforward, purpose-built phono stage for serious vinyl playback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e41dB of Phono Gain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BP-3 MM provides \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e41dB of gain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoving Magnet cartridges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-output Moving Coil cartridges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere's no unnecessary digital processing, streaming circuitry or additional source switching inside the chassis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BP-3 MM has one job: take the signal from your cartridge and accurately prepare it for your main preamplifier or integrated amplifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass A Discrete Amplification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBryston uses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass A discrete operational amplifiers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the BP-3 MM.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat's particularly important in a phono stage because the incoming signal from the cartridge can be only a few millivolts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNoise and distortion introduced at this point in the system will be amplified along with the music, making the quality of the phono stage especially important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BP-3 MM achieves \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHD+N of less than 0.005% from 20Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUltra-Precise RIAA Equalization\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecords are intentionally cut with a modified frequency response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring playback, the phono preamplifier must accurately apply the inverse \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRIAA equalization curve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to restore the correct tonal balance of the recording.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBryston uses ultra-precise RIAA equalization in the BP-3 MM to maintain accuracy as the cartridge signal is amplified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfigurable Cartridge Loading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BP-3 MM can be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003einternally configured for capacitive loading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows the phono stage to be more precisely matched to the electrical characteristics of the cartridge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat's especially useful with Moving Magnet cartridges, where cartridge loading and cable capacitance can influence frequency response and overall system performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grid can help determine the appropriate setup based on the cartridge and turntable being used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExternal Bryston Power Supply Required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BP-3 MM does not contain its own AC power supply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt must be used with either the:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBryston PS-3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBryston MPS-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeeping the power supply in a separate chassis helps physically isolate the sensitive phono circuitry from AC transformer and power-supply noise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BP-3's compact chassis can then be positioned near the turntable or main preamplifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple, Purpose-Built Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnectivity is intentionally straightforward:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCA phono input\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCA analog output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA front-panel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMute switch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides convenient control when changing records or working with the turntable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are no menus, apps or digital functions to deal with. Connect the turntable, connect the BP-3 MM to your preamplifier, add the appropriate Bryston power supply and play records.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moving Magnet Phono Preamplifier\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Cartridges:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e MM and High-Output MC\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGain:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 41dB\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmplification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Class A discrete operational 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20Hz–20kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNoise:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u0026lt;-80dB referenced to 5mV input\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMute:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Front-panel switch\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e External Bryston PS-3 or MPS-2 required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5.7\" W × 2.75\" H × 8.25\" D\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3.6 lbs. \/ 1.6 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Canada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Bryston BP-3 MM is available with several faceplate finishes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGun Metal Grey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChampagne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBP-3 MM or BP-3 MC?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe difference comes down to the cartridge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBP-3 MM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides 41dB of gain and is designed for Moving Magnet and high-output Moving Coil cartridges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBP-3 MC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e adds transformer-based gain for low-output Moving Coil cartridges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're using a quality MM cartridge—or a high-output MC that works properly with a conventional MM phono input—the BP-3 MM gives you the Bryston phono stage without paying for Moving Coil capability you don't need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're using a low-output Moving Coil cartridge, the BP-3 MC is the appropriate version.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience Bryston Analog at The Grid HiFi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grid HiFi is your Bryston, turntable and high-end analog audio expert in Houston, Texas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe phono stage is only one part of getting a vinyl system right. 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