[H-Money]

Then you would also need a DAC between the PS4 and Jotunheim.

You can plug a USB Dac into the PS4.

 

[JohannLiebert]

The Jotunheim Black comes with a module dac. With that I wont need a further dac, right?

 

[Alcophone]

The Jotunheim Black comes with a module dac. With that I wont need a further dac, right?

That's correct.

 

[rkw]

The Jotunheim Black comes with a module dac.

Black is just the case color. You still have to order the DAC module separately.

I guess I was mistaken in my previous post. You had described the PS4 as "It has one digital out only" and I presumed you meant the Toslink optical port.

 

[zmhaha]

Any word or speculation on when Jot 2 might come out?

 

[Alcophone]

Any word or speculation on when Jot 2 might come out?

When society is ready to accept it as it is.
But definitely before Jot 3.

 

[JoeKickass]

Any word or speculation on when Jot 2 might come out?

Jason said the Jotunheim was basically 4 years in the making, so I would expect the Jot 2 to land around 2020 or so.

 

[zmhaha]

Jason said the Jotunheim was basically 4 years in the making, so I would expect the Jot 2 to land around 2020 or so.

Well they don't have to start scratch.. just some improvements upon the original, as the 1,2,3, etc...iterative naming suggest.

 

[GrussGott]

Well they don't have to start scratch.. just some improvements upon the original, as the 1,2,3, etc...iterative naming suggest.

Also the Jot has an expansion port so .... maybe the "jot 2" is a expansion. After all, that's part of the core design.

 

[MarkF786]

I was thinking of getting a Valhalla 2 to use with my HD600/650/800S headphones. I currently am using a Jot and Bimby, both which I plan to keep. Rather than swapping cables from the Bimby to the two preamps, I plan to chain the two but my question is what order would be best: Jot -> Valhalla or Valhall to Jot.

I'll experiment when I get the Valhalla 2, but I was curious if anyone else has experience with chaining these two amps.

 

[Alcophone]

I was thinking of getting a Valhalla 2 to use with my HD600/650/800S headphones. I currently am using a Jot and Bimby, both which I plan to keep. Rather than swapping cables from the Bimby to the two preamps, I plan to chain the two but my question is what order would be best: Jot -> Valhalla or Valhall to Jot.

I'll experiment when I get the Valhalla 2, but I was curious if anyone else has experience with chaining these two amps.

You don't have to swap cables, you could use RCA splitters to send Bimby's output to both amps at the same time (great for A/B testing, too), or use a SYS in reverse (with its volume turned up all the way) to switch outputs.
Otherwise, you should just try and see what works best for you, it's easy to switch after all. My hunch is that Valhalla to Jot makes more sense than the other way around, since you're effectively mimicking a tube/solid state hybrid at that point (I think the tubes in hybrids are used in the gain stage, which is then amplified by the solid state part, but I'm not sure).

 

[koover]

You don't have to swap cables, you could use RCA splitters to send Bimby's output to both amps at the same time (great for A/B testing, too), or use a SYS in reverse (with its volume turned up all the way) to switch outputs.
Otherwise, you should just try and see what works best for you, it's easy to switch after all. My hunch is that Valhalla to Jot makes more sense than the other way around, since you're effectively mimicking a tube/solid state hybrid at that point (I think the tubes in hybrids are used in the gain stage, which is then amplified by the solid state part, but I'm not sure).

That’s how I have mine set up but with a Mimby/Sys/Lyr2/Jot. Works like a charm. Quick push of a button on Sys, input of HP cable into other amp and you’re ready to rock and roll. Sys runs you $49 plus a couple sets of RCA cables if needed. Of course as stated above, a splitter will work too and is a whole lot cheaper but I like the esthetics and ergonomics. I absolutely love this set-up as it’s really convenient. It’s great for A/B’ing amps, certain tracks and especially checking out different tubes.

 

[StageOne]

That’s how I have mine set up but with a Mimby/Sys/Lyr2/Jot. Works like a charm. Quick push of a button on Sys, input of HP cable into other amp and you’re ready to rock and roll. Sys runs you $49 plus a couple sets of RCA cables if needed. Of course as stated above, a splitter will work too and is a whole lot cheaper but I like the esthetics and ergonomics. I absolutely love this set-up as it’s really convenient. It’s great for A/B’ing amps, certain tracks and especially checking out different tubes.

I was looking at both the Lyr and Jot for my next amp to pair with HD650s and TH-X00s, which do you think you use the most with those HPs?

 

[koover]

I use the Jot so sparingly ever since I got the LYR2. I have so many different tubes to roll that enables me to change the sound to whatever mood I happen to be in at that time and for my many other HP’s.

I love the LYR2 with the TH-X00 Purplehearts because I can tame the treble to a level I’m comfortable with if I’m tired and fatigued. I can actually get some more punch and slam with a specific tube even though this is a very strong HP with bass and I can also bring the mids more forward.

I’ve just become a real fan of tubes but still like the Jot A LOT with the 650 as it’s a brighter amp. They both serve their purpose as it’s just a matter of taste. The 650 sounds sublime with the right tube. That’s why I have both but always seem to power up the LYR2 first and foremost.

Schiit also has their return policy so if you don’t like one of them, you can return it within 30 days?

 

[Alcophone]

Schiit also has their return policy so if you don’t like one of them, you can return it within 30 days?

15 days, with 5% restocking fee