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The Element Headphone Amplifier by JDS Labs

The Element Headphone Amplifier by JDS Labs
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The Element was designed to simplify your desktop audio experience. Element’s powerful headphone amp, ultra clean DAC, and graceful switch are all housed in a precision machined chassis with a comfortable knob. Enjoy seamless transitions between your powered speakers and headphones.

Features:
Smart Logic
Microprocessor controlled relays completely eliminate turn on/off pops and thumps produced by lesser amps.

Ultra High Power
With 30V rails and peak output in excess of 1.5W, The Element drives all headphones on the market to extraordinary levels, from balanced armatures to planar magnetics.

Reference Grade Sound
The Element exceeds TPD criteria, outmatching our baseline for audible perfection. A wide DAC dynamic range maintains low noise and minimizes hiss.

Low Output Impedance
The Element’s extremely low output impedance ensures transparent frequency response for all headphone loads.

Dual Gain
Low gain of 1.0x is well suited to driving efficient IEMs, while High gain easily powers demanding full size sets.
Auto Line Output
Automatic DAC Line-Output allows you to toggle between headphones and powered speakers at the push of a button.

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