Playmate 3
3W SE Class-A Headphone / Pre Amp / DAC
3W PC
DSD 512 | PCM 768K
CONNECTS EVERYTHING
2 LEVELS GAIN
TOSLINK
GAMING HEADSET MIC INPUT
MOTOROLA FET TRANSISTOR
WORLDWIDE AC 100-240V
3 is a Party!
With its sleek design and powerful performance, the Playmate 3 combines a high-performance ESS9039 DAC with 768kHz and DSD512 capability, a high-current headphone amp, and a remote-controlled preamp—delivering an exceptional listening experience.
The Playmate 3 packs the same high-performance DNA as our flagship Conductor GT4! With the same advanced DAC output stage, single-ended headphone amplifier, and support for opamp rolling and Silent Power module upgrades, it delivers flagship-level performance in every detail.
3 is here to thrill!
The Playmate 3 operates at a 30W idling bias, delivering 3 watts per channel with precise Class-A audio and robust power, thanks to our Max Current Power Supply.
Connect Them All.
Easily connect the Playmate 3 to phones, laptops, or streamers via XMOS USB-C, supporting native DSD512 and 32-bit/768kHz audio. Additionally, it’s Roon Tested, ensuring seamless connectivity with Roon Ready devices.
Fun and Games.
HD mic input for PC gaming, optical input for gaming consoles, and optional remote preamp for movie nights. Sounds good whatever you do.
Quieter Than Battery Power
To reproduce your favourite songs with perfect clarity, you need clean DC power. The Playmate 3 features the Burson Silent Power (SP) Modules, each with a noise filtering rate over 200 times better than standard regulators. This ensures every tiny detail in your music is crystal clear and noise-free.
Super Charge or Go Fusion!
The Playmate 3’s performance elevates with an upgraded power supply. The Burson Super Charger operates at a higher frequency than conventional units, reducing DC noise and enhancing the signal-to-noise ratio. The Burson Fusion Core, powered by advanced GaN transistors operating above 1 MHz, provides up to 480W, making it one of the most advanced power supplies in audio—with a striking design.
These optional upgrades further reduce DC noise, allowing for a deeper exploration of micro-details, revealing more texture, decay, and acoustic nuances between instruments and vocals.
Playmate your way!
The Playmate 3 is designed for endless upgradability, ready to elevate your listening experience! Its signature sound comes from Burson’s discrete opamps, while Silent Power Modules deliver pristine power filtering. Want even more power? Add the Super Charger or Fusion Core to amp up the energy! The Playmate 3 effortlessly adapts to your style, combining high performance with timeless sophistication.
| Measurement | Package Content | ||
| Input impedance: | 38 KOhms | Burson Playmate 3 | IC Opamps for warranty diagnostic use. |
| Frequency response: | ± 1 dB 0 – 35Khz | ||
| THD: | <0.002% | Versions | |
| Output impedance (Head Amp): | <2 Ohm | Standard – NE5532 IC Opamps/ SP01 / 24V3A PSU / No Remote | |
| Output impedance (Pre Out): | 15 Ohm | Deluxe – V7 Vivid Opamps / SP02 / Super Charger 3A / With Remote | |
| General | |||
| Inputs: | USB | Toslink | 3.5 AUX headset with Mic | Weight: | app. 3Kg |
| Outputs: | Pre-Amp | DAC | Headphone Jack | Dimensions: | 190mm x 150dimm x 60mm |
| Impedance (Headphone Jack) | Power (High / Low) | Signal to Noise Ratio | Separation |
| 16 Ohm | 3.5W / 1W | 96db | 99% |
| 32 Ohm | 2.5W / 800mW | 97db | 99% |
| 100 Ohm | 600mW / 200mW | 98db | 99% |
| 150 Ohm | 400mW / 150mW | 96db | 99% |
| 300 Ohm | 150mW / 80mW | 95db | 99.50% |
| DAC Spec | XMOS USB Spec | ||
| Channel Separation: | 128 dB @ 1KHz, 121 dB @ 20KHz | Desktop OS: | Win XP, 7, 8, 10 Mac OSX |
| THD+N: | 0.0018% @ 1KHz, 0dBFS | Mobile OS: | iOS* & Android (OTG support) |
| PCM & DXD Support: | PCM ≤ 768kHz up to 32bits | ||
| Native DSD: | Native DSD 64 / 128 / 256 / 512 | ||
| DSD over PCM: | DoP64 / DoP128 / DoP256 | ||
| Asynchronous Isochronous |
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Customer feedbacks
New to the brand, still evaluating the product. The System Listening with Focal Elear · Headphones: open-back, dynamic (40 mm...
Trying it out for the first time at the moment. It’s my first Burson product. The System Listening with Edifier...
Warranty experience has been great so far, hope this new unit lasts longer than the last. The System Listening with...
I love the Playmate 2 so far, am a long term Burson buyer; this being my fifth finished product and...
Lovely , Nice build quality , Great sound The System Listening with Sennheiser HD 800 S · Headphones: open-back, dynamic,...
Phantastic! The System Listening with ELAC Air-X 403 beyerdynamic T90 · Headphones: open-back, dynamic (Tesla), circumaural · discontinued Impedance: 250...
Good day! I wanted to buy DAC/amp headphones. And made a good Playmate. I like it! The System Listening with...
Happy times during covid-19 The System Listening with beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO · Headphones: open-back, dynamic (45 mm Tesla), circumaural...
Great very satisfied (I have some suggestions) The System Listening with Sennheiser HD 599 · Headphones: open-back, dynamic, circumaural Impedance:...
Took a while to arrive, but sounds great! The System Listening with AKG K701 · Headphones: open-back, dynamic, circumaural ·...
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The sound is better and clearer even if you watch movies or listen to music directly from the Internet. The...
Compared to basic operational amplifiers, the sound has become more detailed and clear. The System Listening with beyerdynamic DT 880...
I really liked the sound, it became more saturated, bass. The System Listening with Onkyo A800 Burson Burson Playmate Specs...