Bryston Bi200 Integrated Amplifier - 17 Inch - Silver

Two Bryston Classics, One Chassis

The Bryston Bi200 combines the preamp section of the well-regarded BP-19 with the power amp section of the 3B Cubed. Both live in a single chassis. It's a fully balanced design, from input to output.

It's hand-built in Canada and convection cooled, so there's no fan noise competing with your music. The faceplate comes in silver or black, in a 17-inch or 19-inch width, with custom colors available. You can also add a factory-installed phono module if you want vinyl built in.

Power output is rated at 200 watts per channel into 8 ohms, and 300 watts per channel into 4 ohms. That's enough headroom for most speakers.

Total harmonic distortion stays at or below 0.005% at rated power. A damping factor above 500 at 20Hz gives the amp tight control over woofer motion, for tighter, better-defined bass.

A Headphone Amp Bryston Is Proud Of

Built into the same chassis is what Bryston calls its most powerful onboard headphone amplifier yet. Bryston calls its low-impedance design Low-Z. It drives even inefficient headphones cleanly, and skips the current limits that hold back many integrated amps' headphone jacks.

The rest of the numbers are just as serious. Signal-to-noise measures −110dBr on the preamp section, on both balanced and single-ended outputs.

Frequency response holds within ±0.1dB from 20Hz to 20kHz through the power stage. It holds within ±0.05dB through the preamp alone.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Philip Beaudette reviewed the Bi200 for SoundStage! Hi-Fi on May 1, 2025. He wrote that "with its vanishingly low distortion and impossibly low noise floor, the Bi-200 presented recordings in their true colors."

He closed by calling it "a Canadian-made, high-performing integrated amplifier that costs well under $10K and carries a 20-year warranty." He said it's "great value and easy to recommend."

Ed Selley reviewed the Bi200 for AVForums on October 18, 2025, awarding it 9/10 and a Best Buy badge. "If your front end and speakers are devices you love, what you have here is a big metal box that allows them to communicate their qualities directly," he wrote. His verdict: "a masterpiece of the breed and an easy Best Buy."

Who Is This Amplifier Best For?

• Listeners who want a preamp and power amp without the extra box. The Bi200 folds Bryston's separate BP-19 and 3B Cubed design into one chassis.
• Anyone who plans to own this amp for decades. Bryston's 20-year warranty on the analog circuitry is one of the longest around.
• Headphone listeners who also run speakers. The built-in Low-Z headphone amp is a real feature here, not an afterthought.
• Vinyl listeners who want phono built in. A factory-installed MM/MC phono module, or a moving-coil transformer module with selectable gain, can be added at the time of purchase.
• Not the right fit if you need streaming or a DAC built in. The Bi200 is purely analog, so a separate streamer or DAC handles digital sources.

How Does It Connect to Your System?

Inputs cover two pairs of balanced XLR and four pairs of unbalanced RCA. That's enough for a DAC, a CD player, and more all at once.

If you add the optional phono module at the factory, one RCA pair becomes a dedicated turntable input. It's wired for moving magnet or moving coil cartridges, depending on which module you choose.

The included BR-4 remote handles volume, mute, power, and input switching from your chair. Speaker binding posts on the back accept standard connectors.

The front-panel headphone jack gives you a private listening option without disturbing anyone else.

Pairs Well With

Building your system? Here are some great companions for the Bryston Bi200:

• Floorstanding speakers to make full use of the amp's power reserves
• Digital-to-analog converters for streaming and computer audio sources
• Headphones to take advantage of the built-in headphone amp
• Interconnect cables in balanced XLR or single-ended RCA
• Audio racks to give it a permanent, well-ventilated home

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add a phono stage later, or does it need to be factory-installed?

It's a factory-installed option. Decide at the time of purchase whether you want the standard MM/MC module or the moving-coil transformer version with selectable gain.

Does the Bi200 have a DAC for streaming?

No. It's a purely analog preamp and power amp. You'll want a separate DAC or streamer for digital sources.

How powerful is the headphone amp?

Bryston calls it the most powerful onboard headphone amp it has built. Its low-impedance Low-Z design drives even hard-to-power headphones cleanly.

What's covered under the 20-year warranty?

Bryston's 20-year warranty covers the analog circuitry. It's one of the longest terms any amplifier maker offers.

What faceplate options are available?

Standard silver or black faceplates come in 17-inch or 19-inch widths. Custom colors are also available.

See It in Action

Gregers shares his take on the Bi200's sound and build:

Wifi Hifi unboxes the amp on its release day:

Why Audio Advisor?

• 40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.
• 60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.
• Real Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.
• Free Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.
• Flexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.

Learn More

Want to learn more about integrated amplifiers, matching an amp to your speakers, or adding phono to your system? Visit our Learning Center for guides, tips, and expert advice.