MYTEK AUDIO BROOKLYN BRIDGE II ROON CORE IS NOW SHIPPING

The Mytek Audio Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core is a new all-in-one high-end Roon Powered Streamer/DAC/Preamplifier.

MYTEK AUDIO BROOKLYN BRIDGE II ROON CORE

The device combines a Roon Core server, network streamer, DAC and preamplifier with phono MM MC input, and headphone amplifier in a single unit. It allows users to use the music player system without needing to set up a complex network or use multiple devices.

ROON CORE

The Mytek Audio Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core simplifies the setup of a Roon-based system, requiring only an internet connection, a Roon subscription, and speakers with amplifiers. It can also be bundled with the matching Mytek Brooklyn AMP+ to power the speakers (The Brooklyn AMP+ is a separate unit that is designed to function as a high-end power amplifier with a power output of up to 300W per channel into 8 ohms). Users can control the system through a smartphone or tablet or the built-in iphone style touch screen. The device comes in two versions, a 64GB or a large 4TB internal music storage and two colour finishes: silver and black. Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core with all high-resolution streaming services and radio supported by Roon such as Tidal/Qobuz, and NAS network drives. Auxiliary Bluetooth 5 input provides instant connectivity for all other internet music and radio sources.

Mytek Audio Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core in black

MYTEK OS

The Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core is made in Europe. It features an Intel i5 processor, the Roon Core and the Mytek OS operating system based on Linux, and a “Reference High Current, high transient” headphone amplifier that can drive both single-ended and balanced headphones. The device includes a finely tuned volume control with a choice of analogue or digital volume control and steps of 1dB for both headphone outputs and XLR and RCA(-) outputs.

MYTEK AUDIO BROOKLYN BRIDGE II ROON CORE DAC

The DAC electronics of the Brooklyn Bridge II have been built to the highest standards. Mytek own custom implementation of ESS Sabre ES9028Pro 8-channel chipset can convert PCM data streams up to 384kHz/32 bit into analogue signals, as well as DSD256, DXD, and MQA with a built-in hardware decoder. The Mytek HAT™ “Harmonic Audio Tuning” DAC technology, developed for the Mytek flagship Empire Streamer, is also used here. The sound characteristics of the D/A converter can be switched between highest precision or warmer sound signature.

The Intel i5 CPU provides plenty of power for seamless Roon Core server operation and allows for managing large music collections and operating multiple zones streams in a multi-room environment. A Linux-based Mytek OS handles preamplifier and computer/network connectivity functions and the modern, Iphone style user touch screen menu.

Mytek Audio Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core in silver

ROON REMOTE

Roon remote app on a smart phone/table is used for browsing and playing the music, while Mytek OS app can also be opened on any smart device to conveniently repeat the functionality of the front panel touch screen.

Both the DAC and CPU are powered from separate linear power supplies  and a large oversized toroidal power transformer whith automatic adjustment to line voltage.

MYTEK AUDIO BROOKLYN BRIDGE II ROON CORE PRICES AND AVAILABILITY

The Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core, like all Mytek components is made in the EU

The Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core is shipping now but it is back ordered, with quantities available from May 2023.

It’s available with choice of silver or black front panels and two internal music storage options 64GB at 3995$ USD or 3995€ EUR (VAT incl.) or 4TB at 4795$ USD or 4795€ EUR (VAT incl.)

Streamer ships with 2 months of free Roon subscription, a power cord, wifi antennas and a USB cable.

HiFi Pig Says: An all in one streaming solution for Roon fans from Mytek.