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Images shown in silver finish. "The BP-173 is the Bargain Preamplifier to Beat" –StereophileSuper-Linear, Super Low Noise Line-Stage Preamp with High Quality MM Phono StageBryston's long-awaited BP-17³P preamp is the company's first to employ the patented Salomie input circuit along with a brand new feature set. It utilizes patented technology that debuted on Bryston's much heralded Cubed Series amplifiers. The BP-17³P also features a new expanded input/output configuration for enhanced system flexibility. Like all analog components from Bryston, the BP-17³P is covered by an industry-best 20-year warranty. Bryston’s patented super-linear, low noise input buffer jointly developed by Bryston and the late Ph.D. engineer Dr. Ioan Alexandru Salomie significantly reduces noise and distortion. The BP-17³P also has improved RF and audio frequency noise filtering to prevent unwanted anomalies on the power line from interfering even minutely with the audio signal. High Quality Moving Magnet Phono StageThe BP-17³P version of Bryston's bestselling BP-17³ preamp includes an extremely high quality MM moving magnet phono stage that uses the same circuit found in Bryston's standalone BP-2 MM phono stage. The MM Phono input occupies Input 2, so please note that Input 2 can no longer be used for line level source components such as tuners, CD players, etc. The phono stage boasts exceptionally flat frequency response of +/-0.1dB 20 Hz - 20 kHz with inverse RIAA EQs. Gain is 41dB. "Engaging, Detailed, Tonally Captivating, Utterly Natural Sound""Among new, high-value, line-level preamplifiers, the BP-173 is a welcome find," reports Larry Greenhill in his May 22, 2018 review for Stereophile. "Indeed, the BP-173 costs less than any solid-state preamp listed in Class A of the April 2018 edition of 'Recommended Components.'" "It produced engaging, detailed, tonally captivating, utterly natural sound that approached reference quality," continues Larry Greenhill Stereophile. "Matched with a top-quality, compatible power amplifier, the BP-173 is the bargain preamplifier to beat… Highly recommended." "With the 17B3, Bryston has finally produced a pre-amp that is an able and sonically talented match for the marque’s power amplifiers," reports Deon Schoeman in his review for AudioVideo, avsa.co.za. "It has the ability to unlock the essence of the music, and to present it with a compelling sense of realism." Expanded Input and Output OptionsThe BP-17³P offers expanded input/output options, including two pairs of XLR outputs and two pairs of RCA outputs, making it possible to connect a wide variety of equipment and accommodate numerous system configurations. An RCA tape loop lets users connect a line-level processor or recording device, and one of the XLR output pairs can be internally selected to have either variable (default) or fixed output, enabling users to easily connect a Bryston BHA-1 or other balanced input headphone amplifier. The BP-17³P also includes two pairs of balanced inputs and five pairs of RCA inputs. One pair is reserved for the built-in MM phono stage. Users can select sources, adjust volume and more all from the optional BR-2 remote control or via RS232 connection to virtually any control ecosystem. Ultimate QualityBryston applies techniques and employs custom materials in its everyday manufacturing of electronic equipment that are more typically utilized by the military and aerospace industries. Such techniques ensure unit-to-unit consistency that is vastly superior to mass production. Bryston's adherence to the use of proprietary parts, sophisticated construction, and refined testing techniques guarantees superb performance and long-term product reliability. Bryston's 20-Year WarrantyIn a world where most things seem to need frequent upgrading, repair, or replacement, Bryston offers a comprehensive, unconditional, and fully transferable warranty on every audio product its makes. The company's 20-year amplifier warranty and five-year digital circuit warranty drives it in a different direction from the typical manufacturer. How can Bryston do it? The answer would quickly become apparent if you were to tour Bryston’s plant in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. State-of-the-art design facilities, with the latest CAD and circuit simulation software, and an inventory of some of the best and most reliable parts on the planet, combine with a manufacturing philosophy that eschews the artifacts of mass production, like robots, moving assembly lines, and, frankly, shortcuts. Every Bryston audio component is handcrafted by people who take great pride in building the very best. Rigorous Inspection and TestingBryston doesn't skimp on testing or rush its products through some last-minute go no-go check. At every stage individual parts, completed circuit boards, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies are all put through rigorous inspection and testing procedures. Overview
"Until now, I'd never changed reference components during a review. I've been missing out. Finding the combination of Bryston's BP-173 and the Mark Levinson No.534 power amp was a stroke of serendipity that let me enjoy sound quality almost as good as ML's No.526 with some recordings at a fraction of its cost. Indeed, the BP-173 costs less than any solid-state preamp listed in Class A of the April 2018 edition of "Recommended Components.'" Among new, high-value, line-level preamplifiers, the BP-173 is a welcome find. Driving the ML No.534, it produced engaging, detailed, tonally captivating, utterly natural sound that approached reference quality. Its deep bass extension, dynamic range, soundstaging, and speed were so good that I forgot about the review sample's lack of a phono or digital inputs, the absence of Internet connectivity for firmware updates, and the omission from its standard kit of Bryston's BR2 remote control. Matched with a top-quality, compatible power amplifier, the BP-173 is the bargain preamplifier to beat—but before buying, be sure to audition it with a variety of power amps. Strongly recommended." - Larry Greenhill, Stereophile, May 22, 2018 "With the 17B3, Bryston has finally produced a pre-amp that is an able and sonically talented match for the marque’s power amplifiers." "It has the ability to unlock the essence of the music, and to present it with a compelling sense of realism." "Lucid, approachable and ultimately honest approach that allows unfettered, believable access to the music." - Deon Schoeman, AudioVideo, avsa.co.za “One of the actually best amplifiers on the market.” - Martin Mertens, fairaudio.de, May 16, 2018
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