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product_id: 169466169
title: "Schiit Hel High Power Gaming DAC/Amp - D to A Converter and Headphone Amplifier with Microphone Input"
brand: "schiit"
price: "¥3390"
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# Powerful Output High-Quality Audio Versatile Connectivity Schiit Hel High Power Gaming DAC/Amp - D to A Converter and Headphone Amplifier with Microphone Input

**Brand:** schiit
**Price:** ¥3390
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Elevate Your Audio Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Schiit Hel High Power Gaming DAC/Amp - D to A Converter and Headphone Amplifier with Microphone Input by schiit
- **How much does it cost?** ¥3390 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- schiit enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted schiit brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Unleash Your Sound:** Experience audio like never before with the Schiit Hel's high-fidelity DAC and amp.
- • **Built in California:** Crafted with care and precision, ensuring top-notch quality and performance.
- • **Designed for All Audio Needs:** Not just for gaming—ideal for music, conferencing, and more.
- • **Tailored for Every Headphone:** Adjust the front-panel gain switch to perfectly match your headphones, from IEMs to planars.
- • **Versatile Connectivity Options:** Easily connect to any device with USB and analog inputs for seamless audio integration.

## Overview

The Schiit Hel High Power Gaming DAC/Amp is a versatile audio solution that functions as a DAC, preamp, and headphone amplifier. It features a front-panel gain switch for compatibility with various headphones, multiple connectivity options, and is designed for use with low-powered USB ports. Built in California, it delivers exceptional sound quality for music, gaming, and conferencing.

## Description

Hel delivers 40x the power of a typical computer headphone output, plus it has a podcast-quality electret mic input. It's also an amazing desktop DAC/amp for music, with a separate analog input, preamp output, and gain switch.Power and Quality to SpareHel delivers 1000mW into 32 ohms--enough for any headphones. With a DC-coupled, high-current output stage with feedforward, it performs far beyond any computer or phone. The microphone input uses a stereo 24-bit AKM ADC with front-panel gain control.Total Flexibility for Gaming and MusicPlug Hel into virtually any USB port, connect the supplied USB power supply, your headphones and microphone, and you're set. Use it as a great music DAC/amp. Use the front-panel gain switch for virtually every headphone need, from sensitive IEMs to low-efficiency planars.As a DAC/preamp. Connect to powered monitors or speaker amps using the variable outputs on the back.As an amp. Connect your phone (or any other analog source) to the convenient rear jack, and switch with a front-panel control.Use it with phones, tablets, or computers with low-powered USB ports. We've included a second USB port for power input and a 2.1A USB power supply.Top-Shelf ComponentsHel uses the AKM AK4490 D/A converter. Coupled with an Alps RK09 potentiometer, high-quality filter and amp stages from Texas Instruments, a bipolar +/-12V supply, and precision thin-film resistors and film capacitors, Hel delivers amazing performance for its price. Designed and Built in CaliforniaThe majority of the total production cost of Hel--chassis, boards, assembly, etc.--goes to US companies manufacturing in the US. Our chassis are made minutes from our facility. Our chassis are made minutes from our facility. Our PCBs are done just over the hill from us, or done in Nevada. 2-Year WarrantyHel is covered by a limited warranty that covers parts and labor for 2 years.

## Features

- Use it as a great music DAC/amp. Use the front-panel gain switch to cover virtually every headphone need, from sensitive IEMs to low-efficiency planars.
- Use it as a DAC/preamp. Connect to powered monitors or speaker amps using the variable outputs on the back.
- Use it as an amp. Connect your phone (or any other analog source) to the convenient rear jack, and switch with a front-panel control.
- Use it with phones, tablets, or computers with low-powered USB ports. Hel reports as a 0mA device. We’ve included a second USB port for power input and a 2.1A USB power supply.
- You don’t need to be a gamer to appreciate the quality of Hel. Works great for music, conferencing, etc. Designed and Built in California. Product is supplied with a 110 – 120V US power supply suitable for use in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This power supply will not work in 220 – 240V countries.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Number of Pins | 3 |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Interface | USB |
| Minimum Supply Voltage | 110 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Schiit
- **Minimum Supply Voltage:** 110 Volts
- **Mounting Type:** Wall Mount
- **Number of Pins:** 3
- **Interface Type:** USB

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Hel or Modi+Magni combo?**
A: It really depends of your use case. If you will be handling work calls, HEL. If you will only be using the out connector Modi+Magni. Hell gives you control over the input connector and is a good interface for work calls or meetings that you won't have on the stackable option, but, at the same time, is not as upgradable as the stack.

**Q: Can i use my own 2.4A charger? Got no more power outlet on my desk so i have to use mulit-output charger for my phone or tablet.**
A: Yup. I have mine plugged into the 2.4A USB port on my UPS and it works just fine

**Q: Is this 48v**
A: Power supply is provided via USB +/- 12v dual polarity

**Q: Can get a 3/8" to RCA converter cable to plug the output into a regular pair of desktop speakers? does it output to both?**
A: I've never heard of a 3/8in audio jack, but the Schiit Hel only has a 1/4in audio jack for output. So you'd need to find a 1/4in to RCA adapter cable to make that work.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great dac amp, fantastic value.
*by J***Z on September 6, 2020*

The Schiit Hel is a superb dac amp unit. This is an ideal dac amp for someonw who is looking to improve their listening experience and can't be bothered or is not willing to spend more with a dedicated dac, amp, cables, etc. I personally don't even use it to game, just as a dac amp and the quality of the audio is superb. For reference, using my Beyerdynamic T5p second gen, it sounds much much better than plugged in directly to a high end 2018 Mac pro. It's built like other Schiit Audio products; all metal and very solid. I think it is one of the best dac amps in its price range even if you never game.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing audio performance improvement for a low price
*by A***R on November 6, 2020*

I used to use the Astro A40 MixAmp as my DAC/AMP for my VModa M100 headphones, but then I got the Schiit Hel. The improvement to audio clarity and the overall frequency response range was really impressive for something at this price point. I absolutely love listening to music even more now with this device.PROS: Amazing audio clarity and frequency response range. Small form factor. Great fit and finish. The volume feels good and not cheap. All in all, it's a great purchase.CONS: When setting the front gain switch to High, I do hear a bit of hiss through my headphones, but when I have the perceived volume the same with the gain switch on Low, I don't hear it.The 1/4in to 3.5mm audio jack adapter they included was defective so I had to use one of my spares.Also, the documentation for the various ports and settings on the device was incorrect and had some typos. Their documentation on their website resolved this problem.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Almost perfect for my needs
*by N***K on November 30, 2020*

To get it out of the way, the one thing I don't like about the Hel is that it needs external power. I think if they'd gone with USB C, it could have been bus powered and saved me the hassle of yet another wall wart.Regardless, it sounds great and is well made. I like that, unlike the Fulla 3, the mic input has adjustable gain and isn't so overly compressed. It's a clean input and a clean output. One thing I was worried about is that it would have too much power for my needs, but the low/high gain switch takes care of that. With the Fulla 3, even with Windows volume at only 70%, I still only need the DAC volume at 9 o'clock. With the Hel in the lower volume mode (switch down), it's more or less the same output power as the Fulla 3. With it up, it's far too loud for any headphones I own, though I imagine that would be useful for really high impedance headphones. My only other minor gripe is that I would have preferred a 3.5mm headphone output instead of 1/4", but it comes with an adapter, so it's not a big deal.Having said all that, for a little bit less money you could purchase a MOTU M2. It's bus powered, the headphone output is about as good as the Hel (though significantly less powerful), and it has much better inputs with lower noise. Couple that with something like a Deity D-XLR to convert the XLR input to 3.5mm for a headset and you have a much better overall package. You also get loopback inputs, so for a streamer in particular, the M2 is a much better option. The only downside is that you have to install drivers (for Windows), so you won't be able to use it with your work laptop. It's also bigger, so more of a pain to carry around on the go. Still, if you're primarily looking for a gaming DAC or a streaming setup, I think you'd be better off with the M2.

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