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Unique technology, unrivalled flexibility, and modular design—the Jotunheim 2 sets the standard for balanced headphone amps and preamps. It’s ready for any headphone—and fully enabled to be the centerpiece of a complete desktop system.The Best $2400 Headphone Amp—For $400?If you’re talking fully discrete, truly balanced headphone amps, you’re usually talking big, big money. Not with Jotunheim 2. It meets—or even exceeds—the insane parts and build quality of boutique amps. A true balanced, 4-gang, silky-smooth Alps RK27114 potentiometer and 1% “supermatched” JFET inputs, 10% matched, paired BJT gain stage and output devices, and zero capacitors in the signal path is just a start. Jotunheim 2 also features our exclusive Nexus™ current-feedback, inherently differential, input/output agnostic topology. It also includes our Continuity S™ output stage for exceptional linearity and efficiency at high output. Or, in English, Jotunheim 2 connects seamlessly to all your sources without compromise, puts out an incredible amount of power, and is whisper-quiet on even the most sensitive IEMs.Total. Desktop. Control.Jotunheim 2 provides all the connections and control for your entire desktop. Choose balanced, single-ended, or an internal card source with one front panel switch. Enjoy all your headphones, from the most power-hungry to the most sensitive. Hook up to powered monitors or speaker power amps via the balanced and single-ended preamp outputs. And, enable or disable the preamp outputs with a convenient switch. Jotunheim is all you need for a state-of-the-art desktop.Frequency Response: 20Hz-20Khz, +/-0.01db, 2Hz-700KHz, -3dBBalanced Headphone Output:Maximum Power, 16 ohms: 7.5W RMS per channelMaximum Power, 32 ohms: 6W RMS per channelMaximum Power, 50 ohms: 4W RMS per channelMaximum Power, 300 ohms: 1.2W RMS per channelMaximum Power, 600 ohms: 600mW RMS per channelTHD: <0.00015%, 20Hz-20KHz, at 4V RMS, 300 ohmsIMD: <0.0002%, CCIR, at 4V RMS, 300 ohmsTHD: <0.0004% 20-20kHz at 2V RMS, 32 ohmsIMD: <0.0006%, CCIR, at 2V RMS, 32 ohms SNR: >123db, unweighted, referenced to 4V RMSCrosstalk: >-85dB, 20 Hz-20KHz, 300 ohmsCrosstalk: >-70dB, 20 Hz-20KHz, 32 ohmsOutput Impedance: Less than 0.1 ohms, at either gain settingSingle-Ended Headphone Output:Maximum Power, 16 ohms: 2.4W RMS per channelMaximum Power, 32 ohms: 2.0W RMS per channelMaximum Power, 50 ohms: 1.2W RMS per channelMaximum Power, 300 ohms: 330mW RMS per channelMaximum Power, 600 ohms: 165mW RMS per channelTHD: <0.006%, 20Hz-20KHz, at 2V RMS, 300 ohmsIMD: <0.007%, CCIR, at 2V RMS, 300 ohmsTHD: <0.03% 20-20kHz at 1V RMS, 32 ohmsIMD: <0.035%, CCIR, at 1V RMS, 32 ohms SNR: >102db, unweighted, referenced to 2V RMSCrosstalk: >-85dB, 20 Hz-20KHz, 300 ohmsCrosstalk: >-70dB, 20 Hz-20KHz, 32 ohmsOutput Impedance: Less than 0.1 ohms, at either gain settingInput Impedance: 50K ohmsGain (balanced input): 2 (0dB) or 8 (18dB)Gain (SE input): 1 (0dB) or 4 (12dB)Inputs: Balanced XLR and Single-Ended RCA, relay switchedOutputs: Balanced headphone (4-pin XLR), single-ended headphone (1/4” TRS), switchable balanced and single-ended line preampOptional Inputs: ES9028 DAC or Passive MM PhonoGain Stage: Nexus™ fully discrete differential current-feedback topology with Continuity S™ output stagePower Supply: One 48VA transformer with four stacked rails, series two-stage ultra-low-noise regulation and over 65,000uF total filter capacitancePower Consumption: 25W typicalSize: 9” x 6” x 2”Weight: 6 lbs
Buyer Notes: Schiit Audio Jotunheim 2
At USD$270, this asking price sits right at the median of recent comparable listings (USD$228–USD$335 range), making it fairly positioned for the current used market. The Jotunheim 2 remains a solid mid-tier desktop headphone amp with balanced and single-ended outputs, and USD$270 reflects realistic depreciation from its original USD$399 MSRP. You're not overpaying, but you're also not catching a steal—this is a straightforward market-rate transaction.
Before committing, confirm the unit powers on cleanly and that both balanced and unbalanced outputs produce sound without crackling or channel imbalance. Check that the volume knob feels smooth and that all inputs respond properly. Verify the original power supply is included (non-negotiable). Ask about ownership duration and whether it's been stored in a stable environment; the Jotunheim 2 is robust, but thermal stress or humidity exposure can affect the DAC or output stage over time. If the seller can't provide clear operational history, factor in a potential USD$50–75 service margin.
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Schiit Audio: Brand Overview
Schiit Audio is an American audio company founded in June 2010 by Jason Stoddard and Mike Moffat, two veteran engineers with deep roots in the high-fidelity industry. Based in California with manufacturing operations in Texas, the company emerged from a shared vision between its founders—who had reconnected after years in separate audio ventures—to democratize desktop hi-fi. The name itself, deliberately provocative, reflects Stoddard's irreverent approach to a traditionally buttoned-up market, born from his wife's exasperated suggestion during late-night garage sessions.
The company specializes in personal audio components, with a product portfolio spanning digital-to-analog converters (DACs), headphone amplifiers, preamplifiers, and integrated amplifier-DAC combinations. Schiit's first product, the Asgard headphone amplifier, launched in 2010, followed by the Bifrost DAC in 2011. The lineup ranges from entry-level pieces starting around $99 to premium offerings exceeding $2,000, with the company positioning itself as a leader in direct-to-consumer audio sales.
Schiit occupies a distinctive position as an accessible yet credible player in the audiophile market. Rather than pursuing ultra-premium positioning, the company has built its reputation on delivering genuine sonic performance at consumer-friendly prices—a philosophy its founders describe as trying to "out-cheap" each other. This strategy has resonated strongly; the company has grown substantially since inception, operating from a dedicated 15,000-square-foot facility and maintaining a reputation for transparency, quality engineering, and genuine engagement with the audio enthusiast community.
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