{"product_id":"burson-conductor-stellar-8w-xlr-class-a-head-amp-pre-amp-dac","title":"Burson CONDUCTOR STELLAR 8W XLR Class-A Head Amp \/ Pre Amp \/ DAC","description":"\u003ch1 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eConductor Stellar — Compact Class-A Power, Crafted To Inspire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n \u003c\/h1\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt its heart, the Conductor Stellar features the ESS9039PRO DAC, paired with fully discrete output stages and Burson’s Max Current power supply. It delivers 8 watts in pure Class-A, offering exceptional resolution, dynamic contrast and clarity. Its sleek, spacecraft-inspired design is more than stunning. Every angle and vent enhances cooling, ensuring high-performance playback without compromise. With this combination of power, precision, and form, the Stellar turns any desktop into a gateway to high-fidelity audio exploration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStellar Sound, Your Way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Conductor Stellar brings Burson’s legendary sound and design into a compact powerhouse. The Standard version is perfect for those who love the upgrade journey, while the Deluxe version unleashes full performance with V7 Vivid Pro opamps, Silent Power Level 2, Super Charger 5A, and a stunning dual-tone remote. Whichever you choose, Stellar makes your desktop system look and sound extraordinary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffortless Power. Pure Class-A Performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Conductor Stellar delivers a massive 8 watts of pure Class-A power, effortlessly driving everything from sensitive IEMs to power-hungry headphones. Backed by our Max Current Power Supply, it has zero background noise, ensuring pristine playback at any volume. At its core, each channel is powered by four Onsemi MJE15032 transistors, precision-made in the USA. Optimised for high Class-A bias, they bring out the clarity, control, and musicality that define the Burson house sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA New Benchmark For IEM Listening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome headphones crave power. Others demand an absolutely pure, black background. That’s why the Conductor Stellar features a dedicated amplification module engineered specifically for in-ear monitors. With ultra-low noise and high sensitivity, it reveals every subtle detail in your music—without a trace of hiss. Whether you’re mastering tracks or just enjoying your favourite IEMs, Stellar delivers precision, depth, and silence that lets your music shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemote Control, Reinvented\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded with the Stellar Deluxe, our next-generation remote control is as striking as it is functional—dressed in space grey and copper to match the Stellar’s bold design. It gives you fluid, effortless control from up to 10 metres away, turning your listening experience into something that feels as refined as it sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision-Tuned For The ESS9039PRO – Just Sit Back And Enjoy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Conductor Stellar features the flagship ESS9039PRO DAC, delivering exceptional resolution and dynamic range. While it offers 24 filters and path settings, we’ve done the hard work for you. Each filter has been carefully selected to match our analog output stage, resulting in a sound that’s effortlessly natural and dynamic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Connectivity – High-Resolution, Hassle-Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Conductor Stellar is built to connect with everything in your audio chain—fast, easy, and with zero compromise:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-C XMOS Input\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStreams native DSD512 and 32-bit\/768kHz PCM with supreme clarity and precision\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBluetooth 5.0 with Qualcomm CSR8675\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports LDAC, aptX HD, and AAC, streaming high-res audio wirelessly at up to 24-bit\/96kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoon Tested\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeamlessly integrates into any Roon Ready setup for bit-perfect playback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecond-Gen Silent Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Conductor Stellar uses our new Silent Power Module 2, built around the LT3045regulator—renowned for its ultra-low 0.8 µV RMS noise and excellent line\/load regulation. Compared to common regulators like the LM317 or LM7815, which produce hundreds of times more noise, the LT3045 delivers dramatically cleaner, quieter power. The result is a pitch-black background and greater clarity, especially with low-volume or high-sensitivity listening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilent Cooling – Performance Meets Precision Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Conductor Stellar doesn’t just impress with its futuristic form — it performs with purpose. Every angle and vent is engineered to optimize cooling, ensuring the high-power, high-current Class-A circuitry operates with peak stability and precision. It elevates both your desktop aesthetic and your listening experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Option To Go Fusion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered by GaN transistors and a 1MHz switching frequency, the Burson Fusion Core delivers 480W of ultra-clean powerwith zero ground loop noise. Smaller, quieter, and more efficient than linear or switch-mode supplies—it’s silent, powerful, and built for high-end audio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInput impedance: 40 KOhms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency response: ±1 dB, 0–55kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHD: \u0026lt;0.0015%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutput impedance (Headphone Amp): 0.5 Ohm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutput impedance (Pre Out): 1 Ohm \/ 20 Ohm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cspan\u003eVersions:\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard: NE5532 IC Op-Amps\/ SP01\/ 24V 5A PSU\/ No Remote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeluxe: V7 Vivid Pro Op-Amps\/ SP01\/ Super Charger 5A\/ Remote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMax: V7 Vivid Pro Op-Amps\/ SP02\/ Fusion Core\/ Remote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInputs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"2\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × XLR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"2\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × RCA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"2\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × Mic Bypass (for gaming headphones)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"2\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × XLR Preamp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"2\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × RCA Preamp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"2\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × RCA Subwoofer mono out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"2\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadphones: XLR \/ 6.35mm \/ 3.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: Approx. 5kg \/ 11 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 210 × 200 × 75mm (8.3 × 7.9 × 2.9 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChannel separation: 143 dB @ 1kHz \/ 138 dB @ 20kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHD+N: 0.0005% @ 1kHz, 0dBFS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 105 dB (High Gain) \/ 120 dB (IEM Output)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparation: 99%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutput power (Headphone)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh – XLR \/ SE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 Ohm: 8W \/ 4W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 Ohm: 5W \/ 2.5W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 Ohm: 3.5W \/ 2W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150 Ohm: 1.1W \/ 520mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e300 Ohm: 500mW \/ 260mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium – XLR \/ SE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 Ohm: 3W \/ 1.5W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 Ohm: 1.6W \/ 800mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 Ohm: 1W \/ 300mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150 Ohm: 300mW \/ 170mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e300 Ohm: 170mW \/ 85mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIEM – XLR \/ SE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 Ohm: 1W \/ 500mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 Ohm: 500mW \/ 250mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 Ohm: 250mW \/ 125mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150 Ohm: 100mW \/ 60mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e300 Ohm: 50mW \/ 30mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n 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