B.dpr EX

DAC / PREAMPLIFIER / STREAMER / SERVER

Enhanced version of the B.dac EX, the B.dpr integrates an additional 100% analog pre-amplification stage built with components of the highest quality. Digital losses are by construction non-existent, and the conversion circuits are used at their optimal operating point.

The B.dpr EX features analog, balanced and coaxial inputs allowing the connection of up to 3 additional analog sources.

Full elimination of source jitter

The B.dpr EX features our patented SJR “Source Jitter Removal” technology which provides the best possible D/A conversion, from every source, by fully eliminating all imput jitter without the need of external clock link. The pre-amplification stage is done by a relay-driven resitor network that avoids any interference on the signal.

Design

Reflecting its exclusivity the B.dpr EX relies on a modern and sleek design featuring a machined aluminium front panel with integrated ball-bearing mounted rotary knobs.

Network functionalities

The available features include:
– access to streaming services (Qobuz, Tidal, Spotify …) via compatible iOS and Android applications
– compatibility with protocols UPnP, MPD, LMS, NAA, Roon, Airplay, Spotify
– playback of various formats: PCM up to 384kHz / DXD / DoP / native DSD up to DSD 256
– integrated UPnP server (makes data stored on USB media accessible over the network)

Analog inputs

The B.dpr features two unbalanced inputs (RCA) and one balanced input (XLR). Thanks to the analog volume control stage, the signals coming from these inputs are processed completely in the analog domain.

Acoustic correction

The onboard DSP features parametric acoustic correction to help make the most of the room and speakers. In-house developed, this functionality is based on a 64-bit architecture. The overall gain is determined automatically without user intervention, which guarantees the absence of saturation regardless of the parameters used. These specific features preserve the signal quality, thereby ensuring an optimal result.

Remote control

Each B.dpr EX comes with a custom-made remote control made of massive aluminium.


REVIEWS

Image Hifi – B.dpr EX review

Read the review here:
https://www.b-audio.com/media/B_audio_B_dpr_ex_test_image_hifi_2_23.pdf

B.dpr EX & B.amp reviewed by Hi-Fi Voice : Editor’s recommendation!

“B.audio can be recommended to all those who appreciate the beauty of music above all, giving them the possibility to enjoy it for a long time without fearing the slightest fatigue, as hours fly by while listening to the B.dpr EX / B.amp set, and we don’t even know how…”

Image Hifi – B.dpr & B.amp review

Read the review here:
https://www.b-audio.com/media/B-audio_B_amp_B_DPR_Image-Hifi_150.pdf

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Power supply Factory set : 220-230V or 100-115V, 50-60Hz
Dimensions 450x375x91mm
Weight 7,4kg
TECHNICAL
Power stage total capacity > 80 000µF
Power stage regulation custom designed
Conversion type multibit sigma-delta
Clock management patented SJR technology
STREAMER / SERVER
Connectors 1x RJ45, 1x USB DATA
Streaming protocols UPnP, MPD, LMS, NAA, Roon, Airplay
access to streaming services (Qobuz, Tidal, Spotify, …) via compatible iOS and Android applications
Supported formats PCM up to 384kHz / DXD / DoP / native DSD up to DSD 256
gapless playback with compatible control applications
Integrated music server UPnP / Openhome compliant
ACOUSTIC CORRECTION
Architecture 64-bit DSP
Specifications 8x parametric filters with automatic gain adjustment
DIGITAL IN
Connectors 2x SPDIF, 2x Toslink, 1x AES/EBU, 1x USB (type B)
USB (type B)
operating mode asynchronous
Supported format PCM (incl. DXD), DSD, DSD over PCM (DoP)
Sample rate (PCM) 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz (DXD), 384kHz
Word length (PCM) 16, 24, 32 bits
Data rate (DSD) 2.8224MHz (DSD64), 5.7648MHz (DSD128), 11.2896MHz (DSD256)
Data rate (DSD over PCM) 2.8224MHz (DSD64), 5.7648MHz (DSD128)
SPDIF and AES/EBU
Supported format PCM
Sample rate (PCM) 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
Word length (PCM) 16, 24 bits
Toslink
Supported format PCM
Sample rate (PCM) 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz
Word length (PCM) 16, 24 bits
ANALOG IN
Balanced
Connectors 1x XLR
Input impedance 47 kOhms
Unbalanced
Connectors 2x RCA (pair)
Output impedance 47 kOhms
ANALOG OUT
Balanced
Connectors XLR
Output impedance 100 Ohms
Unbalanced
Connectors RCA
Output impedance 75 Ohms
VARIABLE OUTPUT LEVEL
Balanced -80 to +0 dB, 64 steps
Unbalanced -80 to +0 dB, 64 steps