I got some new Schiit

ShpongleDMT

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Just got a Schiit Jotunheim DAC/AMP. It's hooked up to my computer via USB. I use it as a Pre-amp to send audio to my Emotiva Airmotiv 6S powered monitors over XLR. It also functions as an amp for my Audio Technica ATH-M50X headphones. If you need an all-in-one desktop solution I highly recommend it. It's capable of powering almost any headphone.

You can read more about it here http://www.schiit.com/products/jotunheim

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The quality of sound and the power that this thing puts off is absolutely amazing! Now I need to look at some headphones that can make use of the balanced output. Suggestions?

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Congrats. I never heard of this unit.. Impressive.
 
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That is a pretty handy dandy desktop amp. I dig the gray 50x 'phones, too. Mine are the boring ole black.
 
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Very nice looking setup you have there!
 
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Nice looking gear!

Check out the OPPO PM-1 open back headphones... a little pricey, but they sound GREAT.
 
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Thank for the comments everyone. I'm really enjoying having an actual amp for the headphones. I was listening to some bass heavy music last night and it had the M50Xs shaking on the side of my head. My cat comes up to me without me noticing. She reached her paw up to be picked up and touched my leg. Scared the heck out of me.
 
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phillihp23 said:
That sure is one nice set of computer speakers.
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Thank you. They make for an excellent desktop audio setup. One day I may move up to the Stealth 8 but the 6S Is already such an amazing speaker that I'm not sure I feel the need to upgrade.
 
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In my experience, the Stealth 8 will have more bass extension and play louder, but the 6 is no slouch in these areas. I'd be perfectly happy with the 6 as a desktop monitor.
 
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I run the AirMotiv 5s and can confirm they are a great computer speaker. It's nice not having to find room for an amp on my desk, too.
 
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What stands are those? Mine could use a little elevation.

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I love Schitt products. The Jotunheim is one of the best all in ones out there. The black is awesome too.
 
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Has anyone here owned or owns a Schiit Freya preamp? Interested to know your thoughts on it.
 
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