JDS Labs C421 (C421 v1.01) Headphone Amplifier

Brushed Aluminum Headphone Amplifier with Bass Boost, Low Battery Detection, Dual Gain

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Product Features:

  • Desktop Headphone Amplifier
  • Signal is transferred through 0.1% thin film resistors for transparency and minimal distortion
  • Power circuit provides continuous voltage boosting so the music stays strong until battery depleted
  • Low battery indication announced during last 45 minutes of battery use
  • Stylish brushed aluminum housing
  • New active-true ground topology enables fail-safe charging while giving benefits of an active ground circuit
  • Implemented on a 4-layer PCB that has dual internal ground planes to provide maximum signal integrity
  • USB powered smart charging

Technical Specifications:

  • Dual Gain: 2.3x or 7.0x (+7.2dB or +16.9dB)
  • Bass Boost: +8dB peak
  • Battery: 1200mAh, 3.7V Li-Ion battery
  • 3.5mm input and output jacks, gold plated
  • Run-Time: 11 hours (approx.)
  • Charge Time: 5 hours
  • Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
  • SNR: > 110 dB
  • THD: < 0.0041%
  • Crosstalk: < -57dB
  • Output Impedance: 0.1 ohms
  • Volume Potentiometer Taper: 3B
  • Primary stage opamp: OPA2227
  • Dimensions: 2.46"W x 0.55"D x 3.83"H
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

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Headphone Amplifier Specifications
Amplifier Style Desktop
Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) No
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz
Input Connection 3.5mm Mini-Jack
Output Connection 3.5mm Mini-Jack
Number of Outputs 1
Output Impedance 0.1 ohms
Width 2.46"
Height .55"
Depth 3.83"
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration 1 year
Labor Warranty Duration 1 year
Warranty Provider Manufacturer
Customer Review Summary for JDS Labs C421 (C421 v1.01) Headphone Amplifier
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October 7, 2012 Big sound in a small package!
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Therm from Greenbelt, Maryland
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  • 5.0
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After using this amp, and experiencing nothing short of "musical bliss", I would surely recommend it. Right out of the box, this little amp had my headphones rocking like never before. It feels really solid, looks really good, and sounds really great! The people who made this amp really put a lot of thought into it. It shows. You can charge it multiple ways, use it as a desk top or portable, and it let's you know through colorful LED lights its status. It can drive all headphones with ease. I have several and I'm a witness! I really have nothing negative to say about it! Do yourself a favor and get one!
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: JDS Labs, Inc
Model number: C421
UPC: 844660054474
Weight: 0.38 lbs
Internal SKU: c421-silver
Internal product ID: 46564