JDS Labs ELEMENT II

Sound Card

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The JDS Labs Element II is a combination of an extremely high-quality digital to analog converter with a powerful headphone amplifier in one box. It connects to a computer via USB and also requires a separate power connection (for the amplifier). Output is provided in the form of either a 1/4-inch headphone plug on the front or left and right RCA preamp outputs, for powered speakers, on the back. There is a large volume knob on the top of the unit, with the few other controls and connectors on the rear.
William George (Marketing Project Manager)
William George (Marketing Project Manager) Says:
One thing to note about this DAC is that the headphone and RCA outputs cannot both be active at the same time. You can switch between them by pressing and holding the power button.
Jeff Stubbers (Tier 3 Consulting Lead)
Jeff Stubbers (Tier 3 Consulting Lead) Says:
JDS Labs lists this DAC as having ASIO and UAC2 support, which is important for audio recording.

Note: USB DACs are recommended for those with powered monitors (speakers)

Model: JDS Labs Element II (Black)

Specifications

Specifications
Slot Type USB
Channel Output 2.0 Channels
Analog Output 6.35mm (1/4in), & RCA
Analog Input Line-Level
Digital Output None
Digital Input USB
DAC Line Output RCA
Front Audio Signal to Noise Ratio -109 dB
Dimensions 5.8 x 5.8 x 1.6 in

Features

  • Max Continuous Power, 600 Ω 165 mW (9.9 VRMS)
  • Max Continuous Power, 150 Ω 656 mW (9.9 VRMS)
  • Max Continuous Power, 32 Ω 1.3 W (6.53 VRMS)


Hold power button to switch outputs (headphone / RCA pre-out)

Not bus powered. Device requires external power supply to function.