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Burson Audio Conductor Stellar Balanced USB DAC & Headphone Amplifier (Deluxe)

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Burson Audio Conductor Stellar Balanced USB DAC & Headphone Amplifier (Deluxe)

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Burson Audio Conductor Stellar Overview

Product Information

Model: S280-DELUXE | UPC: 9346990002947

Specifications

What's In The Box

Product Information

Model: S280-DELUXE | UPC: 9346990002947

At 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.

Features

  • 8W Pure Class-A Power
  • Dedicated IEM Amplification
  • ESS9039PRO Flagship DAC
  • High-Resolution USB-C Connectivity
  • V7 Vivid Pro Opamps & Silent Power Module 2
  • Burson Super Charger 5A Included 

Stellar Sound, Your Way

The 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.

A New Benchmark for IEM Listening

Some 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 favorite IEMs, Stellar delivers precision, depth, and silence that lets your music shine.

Effortless Power. Pure Class-A Performance.

The Conductor Stellar delivers a massive 8 watts of pure Class-A power, effortlessly driving everything from sensitive IEMs to power-hungry headphones. Backed by Burson’s 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. Optimized for high Class-A bias, they bring out the clarity, control, and musicality that define the Burson house sound.

Remote Control, Reinvented

Included with the Stellar Deluxe, Burson’s 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.

Precision-Tuned For The ESS9039PRO – Just Sit Back And Enjoy

The Conductor Stellar features the flagship ESS9039PRO DAC, delivering exceptional resolution and dynamic range. While it offers 24 filters and path settings, Burson has done the hard work for you. Each filter has been carefully selected to match Burson’s analog output stage, resulting in a sound that’s effortlessly natural and dynamic.

Universal Connectivity – High-Resolution, Hassle-Free

The Conductor Stellar is built to connect with everything in your audio chain—fast, easy, and with zero compromise:

  • USB-C XMOS Input: Streams native DSD512 and 32-bit/768kHz PCM with supreme clarity and precision
  • Bluetooth 5.0 With Qualcomm CSR8675: Supports LDAC, aptX HD, and AAC, streaming high-res audio wirelessly at up to 24-bit/96kHz.
  • Roon Tested: Seamlessly integrates into any Roon Ready setup for bit-perfect playback.

Whether you’re diving into orchestral soundscapes or pinpointing enemies in your favourite game, the Stellar delivers immersive, low-latency performance with absolute precision.

Second-Gen Silent Power

The Conductor Stellar uses Burson’s new Silent Power Module 2, built around the LT3045 regulator—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.

Silent Cooling – Performance Meets Precision Design

The 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.

Launch Into High-Fidelity

The Conductor Stellar distills decades of Burson innovation into a compact, precision-engineered DAC/headphone amp. With its futuristic design, Class-A power, and signature Burson sound, it turns any desktop into a launchpad for immersive, emotionally rich listening—delivering a musical experience that’s truly out of this world.

Specifications

  • Input Impedance: 40 KOhms
  • Frequency Response: ± 1 dB 0 – 55Khz
  • THD: <0.0015%
  • Output Impedance (Headphone Amp): 0.5 Ohm
  • Output Impedance (Pre Out / DAC Out): 1 Ohm / 20 Ohm
  • Inputs: USB, Optical Toslink, Coxcial / BlueTooth 5.0, Microphone
  • Outputs: 1 x XLR / 1 X RCA Pre Amp / 1 x XLR / 1 X RCA Line Out / Headphones: XLR / 6.35mm / 3.5mm
  • Weight: App. 11.02 lbs.
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 8.27" x 7.87" x 2.95"
  • Standard: NE5532 IC Opamps / SP01 / 24V5A PSU / No remote
  • Deluxe: V7 Vivid PRO Opamps / SP02 / Super Charger 5A / Remote
  • Max: Deluxe + Fusion Core 24V
  • COAX & Toslink / SPDIF: up to 24bit 192K
  • Bluetooth Input: Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD (Qualcomm CSR8675)
  • Signal to Noise Ratio: >105db High Gain / >100db @ IEM Output
  • Separation: 99%
  • Desktop OS: Windows, Mac OSX
  • Desktop OS: iOS* , Android (OTG support)
  • PCM Support: PCM ≤ 768kHz @ 16, 24 or 32bits
  • Native DSD: Native DSD 64 / 128 / 256 / 512
  • DSD over PCM: DoP64 / DoP128 / DoP256 / DoP512
  • 32 Ohm
    • High – XLR / SE: 8W / 4W
    • Medium – XLR / SE: 3W / 1.5W
    • IEM – XLR / SE: 1W / 500mW
  • 100 Ohm
    • High – XLR / SE: 5W / 2.5W
    • Medium – XLR / SE: 1.6W / 800mW
    • IEM – XLR / SE: 500mW / 250mW
  • 150 Ohm
    • High – XLR / SE: 3.5W / 2W
    • Medium – XLR / SE: 1W / 300mW
    • IEM – XLR / SE: 250mW / 125mW
  • 300 Ohm
    • High – XLR / SE: 1.1W / 520mW
    • Medium – XLR / SE: 300mW / 170mW
    • IEM – XLR / SE: 100mW / 60mW

What's In The Box

  • Conductor Stellar Balanced USB DAC & Headphone Amplifier (Deluxe)
  • Burson Super Charger 5A
  • Remote
  • Manual
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