Introducing JDS Labs Synapse – Next Gen USB Isolator

Today, we’re excited to introduce JDS Labs Synapse, a UAC2 compliant galvanic isolator that’s anything but audiophile nonsense. Synapse is based on new isolation technology from TI, enabling a new generation of High-speed (480mbps) capable USB isolators. Synapse eliminates ground loop noise without limiting USB sampling rate. In fact, Synapse tends to improve DAC performance. […]

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Ear Gear Staff Picks: Austin

  Updated July 5, 2024 About Me My journey into headphones began in 2014 with the purchase of my first “audiophile-grade” headphones, the HiFiMan HE-400i.  While the initial curiosity was satisfied, I quickly wanted to dive deeper into the hobby and explore what else was out there.  In the decade since, I’ve been very fortunate […]

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On Amplifier Gain

We believe good audio should not be a mystery. Building your knowledge of audio fundamentals helps to avoid the common traps of audio foolery. Amplifier gain remains one of the more common points of confusion, despite the apparent simplicity: press the button and the amp gets louder. Newcomers tend to misunderstand the basics, leading to […]

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