Element II (Red Ring) Hot on Sale

$219.60

SKU: US-4460998230082 Categories: ,
Description

Description

Element II (Red Ring)

SIMPLIFIED AUDIO, RE-ENGINEERED

We redesigned Element II to maximize your desktop audio experience. Element II packs the performance you expect from JDS Labs into a precision machined aluminum chassis, with an equally impressive 32/384k DAC, and button activated preamp RCA outputs. Enjoy the comfortable knob and seamless transitions between your powered speakers and headphones!

PREAMP OUTPUTS

Element II provides preamp RCA outputs, so that you can control volume of your powered speakers.

OUTPUT SELECTION

The Mode button allows you to toggle between headphones and powered speakers. No need to disconnect cables!

ULTRA HIGH POWER

With +/-15VDC rails and continuous max power of 1.3W, Element II drives all headphones on the market to extroardinary levels, from balanced armatures to planar magnetics.

 

TOP PERFORMANCE

Element II is our most advanced amp+DAC to date, achieving top performance from its 4-layer, star grounded layout.

 

DUAL GAIN

Low gain of 1.0x is well suited to driving efficient IEMs, while High gain easily powers demanding full size sets.

RELAY MUTING

Designed for desktop listening, Element II’s full relay muting eliminates pops and thumps during startup through both its headphone and preamp outputs.

 

MEMS OSCILLATOR

Element II’s USB DAC is clocked by an SiTime MEMS oscillator with ±10ppm frequency stability, delivering pristine jitter.

 

USB AUDIO CLASS 2

Element II supports up to 32/384kHz PCM over a custom XMOS XU208 based UAC2 engine. While we claim no measurable superiority of high sampling rates, UAC2 and ASIO support satisfy your pursuit of bitperfect listening.

 

AC TRANSFORMER

Element II’s amplifier and DAC are 100% powered by its external AC transformer, with 12 regulators ensuring consistent rail voltage and super low ripple.

 

 

Specifications

DAC Performance

  • Frequency Response 10Hz-20kHz
    +/- 0.13 dB
  • THD+N 20Hz-20kHz
    < 0.001%
  • IMD CCIF 19/20 kHz -6.03 dBFS
    0.00041%
  • IMD SMPTE -6.03 dBFS
    0.00029%
  • Noise (A-Weighted)
    -109 dBu
  • Dynamic Range (A-Weighted)
    118 dB
  • Linearity Error -90 dBFS
    0.0 dB
  • Crosstalk -10 dBFS 100K RCA
    -107 dB
  • USB Jitter Components 12 kHz
    -127 dB

AMP Performance

  • Frequency Response 10Hz-20kHz
    +/- 0.02 dB
  • THD+N 1Khz, 150 Ω
    0.0008%
  • THD+N 20Hz-20kHz
    < 0.001%
  • IMD CCIF 19/20 kHz -6.03 dBFS
    0.0001%
  • IMD SMPTE -6.03 dBFS
    0.0005%
  • Noise (A-Weighted)
    -115 dBu
  • Crosstalk -10 dBFS 100K RCA
    -88 dB
  • Output Impedance
    0.1 Ω
  • Channel Balance
    +/- 0.56 dB
  • 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)

Dimensions

  • Case Dimensions
    5.8 x 5.8 x 1.6 in
  • Weight
    18 oz

Data Support

  • Interface
    USB Audio Class 2
  • Windows 7/8/10, OS X, Linux
    16, 24, 32-bit @ 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 384 kHz

Connectivity

  • Analog Input
    RCA
  • Preamp Output
    RCA
  • Digital Input
    USB – Type B

Configuration

  • Headphone Output
    6.35mm (1/4″)
  • Dual Gain
    1.0x and 4.73x
  • Volume Potentiometer Taper
    Alps 15A

Packaged Items

  • Element II, Amplifier+DAC
  • 16VAC Power Adapter
  • 3ft USB Type A to Type B Cable w/Ferrite

Downloads

  • Element II Instructions (EN)
  • Element II XMOS Drivers v4.13.0

    No drivers are required for Mac OS, Linux, or Windows 10.

    You may optionally install the XMOS drivers in Windows 10 to enable WASAPI mode.

    XMOS drivers are required for Windows 7/8.

Shipping & Delivery

We accept returns on non-sale items that are in original packaging, unused, and unwashed within 30 days of receipt. Please follow our returns/exchanges process below. If items do not meet our requirements for return, they will be shipped back to you in lieu of a refund. Shipping and handling charges are non-refundable (exceptions may apply).

Returns & Exchanges Process: If item(s) fit within our returns guidelines found in the Returns. Please allow 7-10 business days for the credit to appear on your account after your return is processed.