B3

About the B3

The Brennan B3 is a versatile audio system designed for audiophiles with large CD collections. It rips CDs at up to 40x speed and stores them losslessly on an internal 2TB HDD or 480GB SSD using FLAC format. The 2TB model can store up to 4400 CDs losslessly or 9000 as MP3, while the 480GB SSD model stores 1000 CDs losslessly or 4500 as MP3. It features an internal 20W+20W RMS Merus MA12070 power amplifier to drive wired speakers directly and can also stream music wirelessly to up to 32 Sonos speakers in different rooms. The B3 supports playback control via front panel, web browser, or mobile apps for Android and iPhone. Additional features include 70,000+ internet radio stations, Bluetooth input, Spotify Connect, NAS facility, and USB ports for peripherals such as WiFi dongles, Bluetooth dongles, USB DACs, and storage devices. The unit has a 320x256 IPS TFT color display and solid aluminum/steel construction. The B3+ variant adds a 3.5mm electrical audio output and Toslink optical output for connection to external amplifiers or DACs. The system includes an external 24V power supply and supports backup of music and playlists to external USB drives. Dimensions are 33 x 7.3 x 24 cm, and it weighs 2.5 kg. The Brennan B3 is praised for its fast ripping speed, ease of use, and comprehensive feature set, making it a must-have component for audiophiles.