Benchmark's DAC3L converter in black
Rear panel of the Benchmark DAC3L
Benchmark DAC3B Digital to Analogue Converter

DAC3B is the most stripped-down model from Benchmark's acclaimed DAC3 D to A converter range.

£1999.00 inc VAT
ETA 1-2 WEEKS
SKU BM-DAC3/B
EAN 602573174180

  • Sample Rate Display
  • Word Length Display
  • 5 Digital Inputs
  • 2 Stereo Analog Outputs (1 RCA, 1 XLR)
  • Digital Pass Through
  • Native DSD Conversion
  • Control-lock Switch
  • Asynchronous USB 2.0
  • Driverless Asynchronous USB 1.1
  • Bi-Directional 12 Volt Trigger
  • Power Switch
  • Low Power Consumption
  • ES9028PRO Converter
StereoNET Magazine UK

"This product stands tall in such elevated company – in sonic terms, it's a fine all-rounder that does plenty very well"

StereoNET

Featuring the same circuit-board and audio path as Benchmark's flagship DAC3 HGC model, the 3B is capable of the same excellent performance every time, and also retains the optional remote capabilities, programmable auto-on and 12v trigger function from it’s larger brother.

The DAC3B sheds some weight in terms of controls and I/O in comparison to the HGC. Volume control, analogue inputs, mute/polarity controls have all been eliminated along with the headphone amplifier circuit. The bare-bones format of the 3B model makes it a great choice for professional or studio users, and also serves as an excellent partner for existing owners of Benchmark’s LA4 line amplifier and HPA4 headphone amp models.

SNR A-Weighted 125 dB, 128 dB
SNR Unweighted 123 dB, 126 dB
THD+N -114 dBFS, -113 dB, 0.00022% (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS)
Frequency Response -0.015 dB at 10 Hz (@ Fs=48 kHz)
Crosstalk -130 dB at 1 kHz
Max Aplitude < -144 dB (Jitter inc sidebands)
Dimensions 249 x 44.5 x 216mm
Rackmount ½ Rack Wide, 1 RU High