Burmester 249 Preamplifier with external power supply and DAC Streaming

Burmester 249 preamplifier with external power supply and DAC streaming

The new Reference Line

With the new Reference Line,Burmester opens another chapter in the history of high-end audio – one that shows what the future sounds like when it is based on decades of experience, technical mastery and true craftsmanship.

The 249 preamplifier is far more than just a device: It is the result of over 40 years of audiophile passion and engineering precision. It blends tradition and innovation into a sonic experience that sets standards – at a level that truly deserves the Reference name.

X-AMP 3: The future of analog amplification

The Burmester 249 represents a new dimension in audiophile control. Whether analog or digital, vinyl or high-resolution streaming: The 249 brings every source to life in its purest form – with breathtaking depth, clarity, and spatial presence.

At the heart of the preamplifier is the newly developed, three-stage, fully analog X-AMP 3 amplifier technology . Thanks to sophisticated compensation techniques, it delivers outstanding linearity, extreme signal fidelity, and maximum stability—regardless of external influences.

Technological excellence – in the service of sound

• Fully balanced signal path , external power supply and dual regulated voltages minimize interference for virtually silent operation.
• State-of-the-art SMD technology and compact circuits shorten the signal paths – the result: precise sound reproduction with the lowest possible susceptibility to interference.
• Individually selected components with extremely tight tolerances guarantee uncompromising quality – especially for the transistors.

Design meets functionality

The 249 is the first Reference Line device to feature the new, iconic design: A full-surface mirror on the front of the base unit and power supply lends the combination a timeless elegance. Two adaptive, haptic rotary encoders enable intuitive operation – supported by the new Reference Line 250 remote control with tactile and visual feedback.

Modular. Adaptable. Future-proof.

• The 249 offers maximum flexibility through modular expandability:
• Optional high-end DAC for digital sources – with one of the most powerful converter chips in the world
• Expandable phono and line modules for individual setups
• Streamer option for modern music streaming at reference level

Connectivity without compromise

Whether it's a turntable, CD player, or streaming service, the 249 combines analog passion with digital precision. It's the perfect centerpiece of any audiophile system—ready for every source, every requirement, every demand.

Technical data

• Dimensions & Weight
  Width: 450 mm
  Height: 160 mm
  Depth: 380 mm
  Weight: approx. 18 kg (basic unit), approx. 17 kg (power supply)
• Analog inputs
  3 × stereo XLR
• Digital inputs
  1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, 2 × RCA (SPDIF), 2 × TORX (optical), 1 × AES/EBU
• Analog outputs
  2 × stereo XLR, 1 × mono sub output
• Headphone output
  1 × 6.3 mm stereo jack
• DAC
  SPDIF/PCM up to 32 bit / 768 kHz
  DSD256 via DoP, native DSD512
• Bluetooth
  Version 5.4, supports aptX, aptX HD, aptX adaptive, AAC, SBC
• Connectivity
  Ethernet, CAN bus for device control, KNX compatibility
• Streaming services
  TIDAL, Spotify, Qobuz, Apple AirPlay, internet radio
• Operation
  2 haptic adaptive encoders, 8 touch sensors on the device
  Reference Line 250 remote control
  Burmester Conduct App

Technical changes reserved.