At the end where it explains the front panel, it does not show how to turn the display off. Many people, like myself, despise lights on stereo, and HT, gear. I hope this upgrade does not break that function.
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I have to admit, every time I hear the BDP/BDA setups at friends homes, I really enjoy it. If I didn't own a Lumin already, I would get the BDA-2/BDP-2 combo. Very musical and no computer required.
+1 I started with the BDP-1, and graduated to the BDP-2. Very happy with both units. I change/chase the SOTA dacs to stay on top of the latest improvements. An easy system to deal with. I am having some issues with the newer large 3.0 flash drives though (Winten 3.0 drive.....128gb I believe). Maybe Mr. Tanner can chime in with some help in this matter. Otherwise, its been smooth sailing for several years.
I upgraded my BDA-2 to an Auralic Vega DAC in anticipation of the new BDP firmware letting us play DSD files. Other than not being able to handle DSD, the BDA-2 is a great DAC, and is in my spare stereo/HT setup.
MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: BDA-2 and BDP-2 Review
July 2014
Hi Folks,
Review on the Bryston BDP-2 Digital Player and BDA-2 DAC combo.
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James, when are you going to tell us how to get the Manic Moose upgrade? I try to read this and AA, and I do not remember seeing this published. Probably, a new thread specifically for this would be best. Thanks.
<a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/nf2uiwywmqe4yis/BDP%20Manic%20Moose%20Update.pdf">Firmware Install Instructions</a><br><br>
If the above method doesn't work, try repeating it, <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/6demrr8wcn43gom/firmware20140430alt.bin">but with this file instead</a><br><br>
<a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/cyffqtuz9uw9qxl/Manic%20Moose%20Manual-S2.04_2014_06_19.pdf">User's Manual for Firmware Build from June 19</a><br><br>
If the above instructions just don't work for installing Manic Moose,<a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/705xrtxd1xulcw5/BDP%20Manual%20Manic%20Moose%20Install.pdf"> you can force it with these instructions.</a>Or call
Bryston support for further assistance.
gdayton@bryston.com
MEMO: To All Bryston Customers
SUBJECT: Bryston BDP-2 Digital Player
July 2014
The Bryston won every A/B test with the expensive Audio Aero Player using the same (also expensive) DAC!
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Hidden away in Ste Sauveur, I am here with Jim from Tenor Audio listening off centre stage — and not missing three-dimensional imagery.
A newly installed (connected) Bryston BDP-2 Digital player on the shelf; Audio Aero player preamp and WLM crossovers also visible.
Nice stuff here . . . .
Ernie Fisher
Inner Ear Magazine