Geshelli Labs J2S DAC Review w/ Sparkos Op-amps, Op-amp rolling how-to, Comp with BF2/64 & More!

The J2S was a channel purchase. Geshelli Labs graciously provided extra op-amps for review. Geshelli Labs made no attempt to influence sonic or ergonomic impressions.

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Timestamps...

00:00 Intro & Acquisition
01:48 Shameless Self Promotion
02:12 Disclaimers & Video Setup
06:12 Takeaways
07:41 Options & Pricing
11:47 Features, I/O, Power Supply
13:50 Use a LPS At Your Own Risk!
15:18 How To Roll Op-Amps
24:19 Test Gear
28:40 Should You Buy The Amanero USB Module?
34:16 Sound With "Stock" TI OPA1656 Op-Amps
37:07 Problems With TI OPA1612 - Geshelli's Excellent Customer Service
39:46 Sound With Sparkos SS3602 Op-Amps
42:37 Sound With Small Green Computer LPS
45:12 Comparison with Schiit Bifrost 2/64
51:43 The J2S Can Be A Great Value
53:31 Who is the J2S for?
55:33 Final Thoughts