So glad to see you review this. I've had the Schiit Hel for a couple of months now. IT IS AWESOME. Better than ANY on board or discrete audio I've ever used.
I agree. Even the little Fulla is a beast. Not the most powerful but awesome little form factor and good enough to power all my cans. I've been a happy Schiit customer for a while.
Incredible review. Best one I've seen on TH-cam. It was nice to see one that concentrated not only on gaming, but with music as most tend to gloss over how they are with music as well.
Been using a Schiit Fulla, which is the $99 version of this and it's been awesome. Would've got the Hel but I was already overbudget on this NR200 build by more than I would ever admit to my wife :)
I appreciate the work you put into this! I've found your channel after independently deciding on a CM NR200 w/ a Rog Strix x570i w/ an air cooler and found your reviews there to be spectacular. And now as I'm digging into an intro audiophile setup, I appreciate the thoughts on my top contender so far (the Schiit Hel). You did mention here that you'd be digging into a split stack as well to see how it compares. Can I look forward to a video on the intro JDS Atom or Schiit alternatives?
Really good review! Let's just hope Schiit get them in stock here in Europe soon. I've been waitng for a loong timne now.. My Beyerdynamic MMX 300 v2 needs this one Hel of a device! :)
Did you ever get hel yet? I’ve been thinking about that exact headphone combo and I wanna know how it is for pinpointing audio in a game like hunt: showdown thanks
People on reddit are saying the coolermaster sfx powersupplies have been fixed. Some of them are getting ones that don't advertise a "semi-fanless" mode on the box and say the constant fan wind up is gone. Can you verify? Wanna get one myself, thanks for all your content!
I already have a Topping A90 but was disappointed with my onboard DAC so I ordered the Hel 2E. Would I get better performance by using the Hel 2 as a DAC into my Topping?
Could you by any chance review the sound blaster ae-9? I've been eyeing that to upgrade my pc (ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Hero X570). I really like your indepth review and curious what your thoughts on it compared to this review Thanks!
This product lasted about 2 weeks and the "help" gives you a run around so you are out of the 15 day return period. Took nearly 6 weeks to arrive and it works terrible. Check reddit do your research this device is garbage.
Really want to get a good dac and amp setup I’m big on having good audio for music but I also want to have good audio for pc gaming. Is there a video on how exactly to hook everything up and what goes to what? I want a good dac and amp to also be able to connect a studio xlr mic and be able to drive the BT 990 pros but also listen to music to speakers for the best listening experience. Someone help. Point me in the right direction. Video. Or what I need to to set all this up.
I personally use magnius+modius setup for my beyerdynamic dt1990 pro/sennheiser hd650s and absolutely love it and I definitely recommend a bifurcation solution due to its modularity and also outright power output but MORE IMPORTANTLY it's PERSONAL PREFERENCE and nothing more if you like the clean look of an integrated amplifier then go for it
If you are just a gamer use the integrated ALC 1220/1200 and this one only. Most DACs add audio lag and cause small delays. If you don't care about that you do you, obviously.
The splitter cable they provide is actually good, it's the 1/4 adapter they give you that is TERRIBLE. Picked up a UGREEN one off amazon and it's way better.
Competitive gaming, sure, it could be an issue, and external DAC/amps will introduce that to your signal chain. For that user the focus would be less on sound quality, going through the mobo directly would be appropriate. One important reason to get an external amp is if you’re driving power hungry headphones like planar magnetics, which competitive gamers won’t be using.
So glad to see you review this. I've had the Schiit Hel for a couple of months now. IT IS AWESOME. Better than ANY on board or discrete audio I've ever used.
I agree. Even the little Fulla is a beast. Not the most powerful but awesome little form factor and good enough to power all my cans. I've been a happy Schiit customer for a while.
Which headphones you use?
@@giovanny911 HyperX Cloud Alpha. Best damn headset I have ever used.
@@giovanny911 Sennheiser PC38X. I love them.
Incredible review. Best one I've seen on TH-cam. It was nice to see one that concentrated not only on gaming, but with music as most tend to gloss over how they are with music as well.
Great review! I don’t know how you kept a straight face every time you said that name. I couldn’t do it.
Been using a Schiit Fulla, which is the $99 version of this and it's been awesome. Would've got the Hel but I was already overbudget on this NR200 build by more than I would ever admit to my wife :)
Great product - ran with that dac/amp for 3 years before moving into a standalone DAC/AMP (Topping D30 & Schiit Magni)
I appreciate the work you put into this! I've found your channel after independently deciding on a CM NR200 w/ a Rog Strix x570i w/ an air cooler and found your reviews there to be spectacular. And now as I'm digging into an intro audiophile setup, I appreciate the thoughts on my top contender so far (the Schiit Hel). You did mention here that you'd be digging into a split stack as well to see how it compares. Can I look forward to a video on the intro JDS Atom or Schiit alternatives?
Oh a surprise we going audio now
earned a sub! great review
Nice Review, nice video production....Nice work Bro.
Really good review!
Let's just hope Schiit get them in stock here in Europe soon. I've been waitng for a loong timne now.. My Beyerdynamic MMX 300 v2 needs this one Hel of a device! :)
Did you ever get hel yet? I’ve been thinking about that exact headphone combo and I wanna know how it is for pinpointing audio in a game like hunt: showdown thanks
@@LiLPapaJ_SD No, havent been in stock yet. Dunno whats taking so frickin long... :/
@@almo29 damn that really sucks, hope they’re back in stock asap
Great review! Do you have a playlist for the music you like to use to test headphones?
People on reddit are saying the coolermaster sfx powersupplies have been fixed. Some of them are getting ones that don't advertise a "semi-fanless" mode on the box and say the constant fan wind up is gone. Can you verify? Wanna get one myself, thanks for all your content!
The hel 2 just released, so the hel without usb c can no longer be purchased. If you purchase the product today, it's gonna be the hel 2 with usb c.
Not many people review the hel 2 . I am attracted to its design and portability but I wish it had a battery like chord
Shame it isnt an international thing.
Happy for you guys having it in USA
You can order from the US to worldwide, it's powered by USB, so different power currents aren't a problem here.
I already have a Topping A90 but was disappointed with my onboard DAC so I ordered the Hel 2E. Would I get better performance by using the Hel 2 as a DAC into my Topping?
Would these be a good entry point now to pair up with DT 900 Pro X or is there a newer/ better recommendation
DACs! Thank You
A+ intro!
Could you by any chance review the sound blaster ae-9? I've been eyeing that to upgrade my pc (ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Hero X570). I really like your indepth review and curious what your thoughts on it compared to this review
Thanks!
This product lasted about 2 weeks and the "help" gives you a run around so you are out of the 15 day return period. Took nearly 6 weeks to arrive and it works terrible. Check reddit do your research this device is garbage.
You have any other recommendations
will that wall-wart work in australia? Obviously with an adapter from US to australian plug.
Great review. I was hesitating because I am from EU and now I feel it´s worth that taxes. Thanks
It is not
Really want to get a good dac and amp setup I’m big on having good audio for music but I also want to have good audio for pc gaming. Is there a video on how exactly to hook everything up and what goes to what? I want a good dac and amp to also be able to connect a studio xlr mic and be able to drive the BT 990 pros but also listen to music to speakers for the best listening experience. Someone help. Point me in the right direction. Video. Or what I need to to set all this up.
which one is better for sound the schiit hel or the schiit stack Magni 3+ & Magni Heresy?
I personally use magnius+modius setup for my beyerdynamic dt1990 pro/sennheiser hd650s and absolutely love it and I definitely recommend a bifurcation solution due to its modularity and also outright power output but MORE IMPORTANTLY it's PERSONAL PREFERENCE and nothing more if you like the clean look of an integrated amplifier then go for it
does it make any sense to use wireless versions of amp/dac devices paired with wireless headsets? I know there are a few, are there any good?
No, not really.
Your not gonna get any power boost from a wireless dac, you need a wired gamedac, then plug in your wire included with the wireless headset.
Hey) what headphones better use with this for games and music?)
I really like planar magnetics. Hifiman HE4XX or 5XX are sweet with this, a little heavier but the sound at that price can’t be beat.
Can we use this on Xbox series x because I recently brought the audeze lcd gx and was wondering if I can use this on Xbox
Good question
Schiit Hel vs Mayflower Arc mk2 vs Soundblaster cards?
I'm using it on my pc. Is there some sort of equalizer I can use? On Fortnite some sounds are low so I want to adjust some frequencies.
Peace Equalizer is full featured. Can be a little complex but very powerful.
Can this power a dt990 pro 250 ohm?
If you are just a gamer use the integrated ALC 1220/1200 and this one only.
Most DACs add audio lag and cause small delays.
If you don't care about that you do you, obviously.
The splitter cable they provide is actually good, it's the 1/4 adapter they give you that is TERRIBLE. Picked up a UGREEN one off amazon and it's way better.
Thanks for the heads up. I never knew what a difference a good adapter can make. The Amazon reviews on the adapter are great. I picked up a couple.
Can it run 250 ohms?
Yes
it's fun that no one can say HEL... :D
Its the schitt
What about the latency that this might introduce? th-cam.com/video/JTuZvRF-OgE/w-d-xo.html
I don't think casual/normal gamers would notice or be at a disadvantage from this
Competitive gaming, sure, it could be an issue, and external DAC/amps will introduce that to your signal chain. For that user the focus would be less on sound quality, going through the mobo directly would be appropriate. One important reason to get an external amp is if you’re driving power hungry headphones like planar magnetics, which competitive gamers won’t be using.
First lol