Burr-Brown
United States
www.ti.comAbout Burr-Brown
Burr-Brown Corporation was founded in 1956 in Tucson, Arizona by Page Burr and Thomas R. Brown Jr., starting in Brown's garage to commercialize semiconductor transistors. The company became a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance analog and mixed-signal ICs, particularly renowned for audio DACs. In 1982, Burr-Brown demonstrated a 16-bit monolithic DAC that revolutionized digital audio, helping transition from vinyl to CDs. Their 1989 OPA627 became an audio technology classic. Texas Instruments acquired Burr-Brown in September 2000 for $7.6 billion, the highest price paid for an Arizona company. Today, Burr-Brown exists as TI's premium audio brand, offering the industry's largest portfolio of high-fidelity audio devices including Class-D amplifiers, data converters, and op amps for professional audio, automotive, and smart home applications.
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Circle Labs AS100 and M500 Amplifiers Make Their Debut at Audio Video Show Warsaw 2025
The Circle Labs AS100 and M500 amplifiers debuted at the Audio Video Show Warsaw 2025, showcasing innovative audio technology.
Circle Labs M500 is a flagship two-channel power amplifier with hybrid design, delivering 180W/channel at 8Ω or 1200W at 4Ω as monoblocks.
It incorporates ECC88/6922 triode tubes in SRPP configuration with Mundorf Silver Gold Oil capacitors for signal clarity and distortion minimization.
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Exploring the Feature-Rich Canor Gaia C2 DAC-CD Player Hybrid
The Canor Gaia C2 is a high-end audio device combining a DAC with an integrated CD player, designed for exceptional performance.
It features advanced Burr Brown PCM1792A DAC chips, supporting PCM up to 192kHz and DSD up to DSD256 formats.
The analog output stage utilizes a tube buffer with 2x 6922 (E88CC), 2x 12AX7LPS, and 1x 6CA4EH tubes for rich sound quality.
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iFi iDSD Phantom: High-Resolution Streaming DAC & Headphone Amplifier Available
The iFi iDSD Phantom is a flagship desktop DAC and headphone amplifier supporting PCM up to 768kHz and native DSD512 processing.
Features include a rebuilt streaming engine with Qobuz Connect, Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, and Roon Readiness compatibility.
It employs four Burr-Brown DSD1793 DACs in an interleaved configuration, inspired by the vintage Philips TDA1541A chipset for superior sound quality.
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Circle Labs M500 - A New Power Amplifier Premiering at Audio Video Show 2025
Circle Labs M500 Power Amplifier:** Debuting at the AVS 2025, this amplifier offers monoblock operation with 600W at 8Ω and 1.2kW at 4Ω.
Stereo Mode Performance:** Provides 180W at 8Ω and 340W at 4Ω, highlighting its versatility and power handling capabilities.
Innovative Circuit Design:** Features ECC88/6922 triode in SRPP configuration, paired with Mundorf Silver Gold Oil capacitors for exceptional audio signal integrity.
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Introducing HiFi Frame Television by Samsung and CANVAS
HiFi Frame TVs combine Samsung's The Frame Neo QLED displays with CANVAS HiFi premium soundbars.** Available in 4K and 8K resolutions from 55” to 85” sizes.
Outstanding audio quality features CANVAS HiFi's soundbar technology.** Includes dual 6.5” woofers, passive radiators, Burr-Brown DACs, and channel-specific amplifiers.
Aesthetic design with Kvadrat-certified fabrics or oak, walnut, and mahogany wood lamella finishes.** BridgeBrace construction minimizes resonance and ensures acoustic integrity.
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EARMEN L-AMP MK2: Advanced Portable Headphone Amplifier with Military-Grade Tubes and ESS DAC
The EARMEN L-AMP MK2, priced at approximately ¥121,000, is a portable headphone amplifier featuring advanced DAC and analog technologies.
Integrated ESS SABRE DAC supports PCM 384kHz/32bit and DSD DoP128 formats, ensuring high-resolution audio playback capabilities.
Utilizes NOS military-grade JAN6418 vacuum tubes for its analog stage, delivering unique tube sound characteristics.
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MAGNETAR UDP900 MKII Universal Player Launch: Performance Upgrades Revealed
The MAGNETAR UDP900 MKII and UDP800 MKII universal players introduce enhanced audio and video features, launching at estimated prices of ¥595,000 and ¥319,000 respectively.
Both models support 4K UHD Blu-ray, SACD, DVD-Audio, and more, with Dolby Vision and HDR10+ compatibility, and integrate Sony 481AAA laser drives.
UDP900 MKII features dual ESS9038PRO DACs, USB Audio PCM768/DSD512 compatibility, and a robust 7.1 channel analog output.
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