blafili B3 : 2-IN-1 Bluetooth Audio Receiver & USB DAC w/ Built-In ESS DAC
blafili B3 is designed to be the best friend of audio contractors. Its specialty is solving audio challenges easily and inexpensively by getting signal to someplace that would be otherwise difficult or inconvenient. Simple to install, configure and operate, blafili B3 belongs in the toolbox of every audio installer.
With countless Bluetooth-enabled audio sources roaming the planet, the blafili B3 interfaces them all with a professional audio system for sound reinforcement, special event or retail applications. It receives Bluetooth signals wirelessly, then routes the audio to balanced XLR output for integration with mixers and amplification systems. Its Bluetooth Pairing mode ensures a secure connection.
FEATURES:
- Adds Bluetooth to any audio system
- Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA audio outputs: balanced XLR audio output included for integration with mixers and amplification systems.
- Digital optical and coaxial audio outputs.
- It's convenient that all outputs are active at the same time.
- Up to 30m (100 ft) range, removable Bluetooth antenna ( RP-SMA female connector )
SPECIFICATIONS:
Audio Specification
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 KHz (+1 dBu)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: > 112 dB
- THD: < 0.02%
- Output Impedance: 57 Ohms
- Output Voltage: 2.1V RMS
Bluetooth Specifications
- Version: 5.1 + Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)
- Maximum Receiver Power: Class 1, 4 dBm
- Receiver Frequency: 2.4 GHz – 2.480 GHz
- Receiver Range: Up to 100 ft. / 33 m
- Receiver Sensitivity: -80 dBm @ 0.1% BER
- Supported Codec: LDAC, aptX HD, aptX LL, aptX, SBC, MP3, AAC
Analog Output
- Balanced (XLR Male): +4 dBu (+1 dB)
- Unbalanced (RCA Male): -2 dBu (+1 dB)
Digital Output
- Optical and Coaxial
General
- Power Adapter: 5V USB Charger (NOT INCLUDED)
- Input Voltage: 5 V DC
- Dimensions (width x depth x height): 5.6" x 3.0" x 1.5"
- Weight: 0.53 lb (240g)
Enjoy High-Quality Bluetooth Audio on Your Smartphone - blafili B3 Bluetooth Receiver & USB Decoder lets you stream music from your smartphone to your speakers with stunning sound quality. It supports LDAC, aptX HD, aptX LL, aptX, SBC and AAC Bluetooth audio codecs for the best wireless audio experience.
USB DAC for Your Computer - blafili B3 also works as a plug-and-play USB Decoder that supports up to 16bit/48kHz audio resolution. You can connect it to your laptop, PC or tablet with a USB cable and enjoy high-quality sound from your computer. blafili B3 also has a Bluetooth feature that automatically switches when you play Bluetooth while using USB Sound Card.
Qualcomm QCC5125 Chipset and ESS DAC ES9018K2M - blafili B3 combines Qualcomm’s latest chipset QCC5125 with ESS’s DAC ES9018K2M for the ultimate performance. QCC5125 provides low power consumption, low latency and high stability, while ES9018K2M delivers low distortion, low noise and high dynamic range.
Versatile Connection Options - blafili B3 can be connected to a variety of audio systems, including hi-fi receivers, amplifiers, DACs. You can use the RCA cable or Optical cable or Coaxial cable or XLR cable( EXCLUDED ) to connect it with any RCA, Optical, Coaxial, XLR spacing device.
Customize your Bluetooth broadcast name ( <= 10 characters, alphabets ONLY )
Unlike most other Bluetooth receivers, we offer the possibility to customize your Bluetooth broadcast name to anything you want. Please just make sure that when you place your order you clearly state your preferred broadcast name in the order notes.
Customize your passcode( FOUR digits ONLY )
No passcode for blafili B3 device by default. However we can set different passcode for every blafili B3 device in order to avoid strange connections. Please just make sure that when you place your order you clearly state your preferred passcode in the order notes.
Q: How to leave a note on an order for a different passcode & Bluetooth broadcast name I don't see a note / comment box ?
A: Below are the steps for how to add a note for custom BT broadcast name and passcode:
Step 1: Click "Add to cart"
Step 2: Click "Note"
Then you will come to a form of "Add note for seller"
Q: Can I use multiple outputs at the same time on the b3 ?
A: All the outputs: RCA, OPTICAL, COAXIAL & XLR are ALIVE at the same time.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
- 1 x blafili B3
- 1 x Removable Bluetooth antenna( RP-SMA female connector )
- 1 x USB Type C cable( Power Adapter NOT INCLUDED, any 5V USB charger is fine for blafili B3 )
- 1 x Optical cable ( 3.28 ft )
- 1 x Setup guide
NOTES:
US Orders Shipped from US Warehouse( 3 - 5 days );
Custom Orders Shipped from China( 7 - 14 days ).
I am very satisfied. Thanks for this wonderful device. Works as promised.
Pros:
- Excellent sound: indistinguishable from wired connection (with good codec).
- XLR Outputs available, excellent for feeding directly into active speakers w/o noise interference or ground loop.
- Stable and quick connection to Win, iOS,Android and amazon Firestick.
- Good sensitivity of Bluetooth.
- So far no humming noise from ground loops or power supply, even on standard out.
Cons:
- Has a screen, but only indicates own name, not what it is connected to.
- Connection to Ubuntu Linux and Gnome works only as a first: dis-and reconnection makes Blafili crash and reboot, but refusing any (even Win etc.) connection until complete reset. No quick fix found so far: strange!
- Minor point: I find the graphics indicating signal reception a bit iffy.
So for those not using Linux: definitely worth getting at the actual price if you do not want to compromise on sound quality.
This is an excellent Bluetooth receiver! Sound quality is perfect, and it has more output options than competitors. I love that you can customize your Bluetooth device name and pin code. I had some trouble getting it connected to my audio interface, and reached out to Blafili and they responded immediately and helped me troubleshoot the problem and I was able to figure out that it was a setting on my interface that was wrong. The B3 unit is working perfectly! I would definitely recommend this product and this company.
has all the outputs that I need for my application that send out all at once. Sound is clear with better bass than I would if connect my phone or iPad via Airplay or Bluetooth directly to my Onkyo that costs 1k. I had a party and some friends notice better sound in system. Bluetooth connection is solid better than the Wiim that I had before I returned and would cost more than this unit.
Works great, wanted this to hook up SLR speaker (3 prong cables). Has HIFI sound. Connects blue tooth automatically.