Source: Press Release, Last Accessed: 2015/10/12

Analog resurgence drives the consumer demand for compact high-performance phono preamps, therefore it is not a surprise that Bryston has announced the introduction of four high performance compact analog solutions for vinyl enthusiasts—three phono stage preamplifiers and a matching outboard power supply. These new small form factor devices join the BUC-1 (a digital to digital converter outputting asynchronous USB) and the BOT-1 (CD ripper and player for the Bryston digital music players) also constructed in the same compact chassis.
The new phono preamplifiers include the model BP-2 MM (for moving magnet cartridges), the BP-2 MM/MC (for moving coil and moving magnet cartridges) and the TF-2 step-up transformer (for low-output moving coil cartridges). Both the MM and the MM/MC units require an outboard power supply called the PS-3, also constructed in a matching small chassis. Bryston customers who currently own a BP-26 preamplifier with the MPS-2 power supply can use the MPS-2 (instead of the PS-3) with either compact phono stage. The TF-2 requires no outboard power supply. The BP-2 MM has four settings (100-400pF) to match the output of any moving magnet cartridge, and the TF-2 can be ordered with either 20dB of gain (for cartridges less than 45Ω) or 31dB of gain (for cartridges less than 5Ω).
The new phono preamplifiers all feature Bryston’s legendary 20-year warranty and are expected to become available from authorized Bryston dealers in December, 2015. In addition to a sustained interest in analog records and related gear, consumer feedback on the look and practicality of Bryston’s first two compact devices was highly positive. All of Bryston’s smaller components offer the convenience of a smaller chassis and lower cost without any compromise in performance or build quality, the company says. “We have spoken to so many consumers out there who bought a quality A/V receiver and would now like to start playing records—but they have no phono stage,” explained Bryston VP James Tanner. “This lineup of analog solutions addresses every possible need, delivering audiophile performance designed to fit on just about any A/V rack or shelf,” added Tanner. Bryston is also considering a DAC, power amplifier and preamplifier to complete the small chassis product line.

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