BHA-1 Headphone Amplifier

Bryston

BHA-1 Headphone Amplifier

$2,995.00

Advancing our tradition of unmatched audio performance and functionality, the Bryston BHA-1 balanced headphone amplifier delivers the finest listening experience from a vast array of headphone types. Functionally a miniature power amplifier, our engineers applied the same robust design elements to the BHA-1 that have made our full-sized amps legendary worldwide. Unique to the BHA-1, six class A, fully discrete operational amplifiers generate up to 2 watts of power for exceptional dynamic range. The BHA-1 offers both balanced outputs and single-ended outputs for traditional headphones, as well as a pair of rear-mounted XLR outputs that enable users to operate the BHA-1 as a high-quality analog preamplifier. Hear the best your headphones have to offer by powering them with a Bryston BHA-1.

Features

  • 3 stereo inputs: RCA, XLR, and 3.5mm TRS
  • Fully Class A discrete operational amplifiers.
  • Low distortion, high power output
  • Balanced output
  • Switchable gain
  • Fully convection cooled means no noisy fans
  • Machined and anodized aluminum enclosure and dress panel
  • Legendary Bryston 20 Year Warranty

Options

  • Silver or black faceplate
  • 17” or 19” faceplate (non-rack mountable)
  • 17" compatible with rack mount ears
  • Locking mechanisms on Balanced XLR connectors

Specifications:

  • Dimensions:
    • Inches: 17 or 19 W x 2.71 H x 11.10 D
  • Weight: 11.7 lbs / 5.3 kg
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N): < 0.005% (20Hz–20kHz @ rated power)
  • Power Output (per channel): 2W @ 32Ω
  • Input Impedance:
    • Unbalanced: 10kΩ
    • Balanced: +15kΩ / -5kΩ
  • Sensitivity:
    • HI Gain (approx. 20 dB):
      • 70mV input = 100 mW output into 50Ω
      • 500mV input = 5V output
    • LO Gain (approx. 14 dB):
      • 140mV input = 100 mW output into 50Ω
      • 500mV input = 2.5V output