Geshelli Labs Archel 3 Pro & J2S AK4499 (Insane Value - Gaming Beast)
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- Опубликовано: 6 авг 2024
- Taking a look at the Geshelli Labs Archel 3 Pro & J2S AK4499 with a gaming focus. Absolutely killer value here with very noticeable gains for gaming. Probably my favorite stack right now for IEMS (and handles all of my headphones with ease).
Head to geshelli.com for more info.
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Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
3:22 - Amps/Dacs for Gaming
9:03 - Customizations
10:34 - Conclusion 
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Fresh is the only reviewer I consistently follow. Love the in depth and gaming perspective Fresh, very intelligent and diligent.
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he has the voice of someone who makes you want to buy the products he is reviewing LOL
@@snkfan01lol!
Same
So glad you covered these! A audiophile channel recommended me these for music and the fact you recommended for gaming is just the perfect boost I needed! I’ll be purchasing these in the near future😊
Thanks for such a great review of using this setup with your gaming! I'm heading in this same direction. I have the Archel Pro 3 arriving today! Can't wait to listen to music through this! I console game (PS5) and am considering the J2 DAC, however consoles only support the UAC1 USB standard. I think I may need something in font of the J2 that supports UAC1 to optical.
I have a Archel 2.5 XL and Jnog 2, absolutely love them. They sit on my gaming rig and a Fosi BT20A power amp for speakers. Sound is just wonderful. I use a Topping DX3 Pro + with a couple of monitor speakers for music production on a different PC, a very different experience that I started out with on the gaming rig but moved it when I got the Geshelli.
Very nice!
That Gishelli stack looks fantastic. Thanks for the review Freshy. 😊 Woof.
My problem with Separate DAC/Amps is that the Zen DAC is just so good for iem’s and is such a small footprint that I really don’t see myself ever switching back to a double or triple stack setup. This is something I never thought I would have said a few years ago but here we are lol
I’m with you. The convenience of a single all in one is beautiful
Same here. I bought the Topping yesterday and I‘m very happy compared to the Modius + Jotunheim Stack. Maybe on music it is slightly less interesting but I mostly use it for games anyways.
I just pulled the trigger on the fully decked out stack with the new 4499 chipset! (Poplar wood with Teal color glass) On first sight the costs seem like a arm and a leg but the funny thing its not in this audiofield where great sound is a must. I can't wait to connect it to my gamepc! Tnx again for sharing your insights! Truly appreciated!!
Enjoy!
What do you feel? Because this set stack around 1000$
Those are a very nice looking amp/dac combo. Sadly being in the UK getting anything from Geschelli runs very expensive mostly due to the postage.
Would you review amp/dac more frequently? i would love that.
On that thought what would be your thoughts on moondrop dawn pro?
I've been wanting to get a system from geshelli for few years but I'm not the biggest fan of stacks. More wires, stuff on my desk etc I just don't need the extra clutter. If they made an all in one amp/dac unit that would be an isnsta buy
THANK YOU FRESH!!!!
Love the wood box and color selectable glass on those. as a side note gonna peek at the moondrop dawn dac amp?
I my self use Chord mojo 2 for everything. It is also really good for gaming because it is so detailed.
Ty for this video! I have the iFi Zen Dac v2 right now in combination with the XENNS Top IEM's. For games like Apex etc, you think the XENNS Top will definitely be experienced in better glory with this setup? If so I know what to do with my money! I hope to hear from you!
This has been the best amp dac stack I’ve used for IEMs so far. The gains I get with headphones on the burson soloist I feel like I get with IEMs on this stack.
the topping dx3 pro plus u showed with sennheiser 490 pro plus or zen dac v2 with the same headphones or something completely different (I really don’t know anything about amp/dac stuff since I am more of a gamer, so competitive fps purposes, if I just want to pinpoint enemies as exact as possible with the 490s)
(sorry might be a kind of hard to answer question xD)
Can you review the TANCHJIM SPACE? Maybe the best budget dac for IEMs also for gaming....keep up the good work!
Noted!
Very interested in geshelli. heard nothing but good things. The level of customization is awesome from what I've seen on the website. Love the reviews as always my dude!
Tysm!
Getting that 90's PC fan grill vibe. Please tell me there's an integrated UV blacklight option for it 😃
now that would be sick
Hey fresh, I have a dx3 pro+ using HD 560s and DT 900 Pro X. Is it worth to upgrade to the J2S? Also could I use the dx3 pro+ as an amp if I do buy the J2S? lol
Are your lists progressive? Like, is your mid-range IEM list IEMs objectively better than the ones on the budget list? I ask because I'm thorn between Dunu Kima and Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite. Mostly focused on their performance for Valorant, but of course they'll be used for everything, but the rest doesn't really matter to me.
The lite is a good upgrade over the kima and I’d recommend going for the lite if you can
Just wondering if you had tried the KZ Zax? I've seen a few KZ earphones spend a little time on the budget wallhack list and lot fail to get on there.
If I didn't already have a Schiit Dac Amp stack this would be a really intriguing proposition... Would be so interested to try these to see how they sound.
How is the stack?
@@Moonuhhh pretty darn amazing already which is why it would be hard for me to upgrade to anything else unless it was a level up.
@@lazyreuvin does it have a natural sound to it? Or is it more of a warm gentle sound ? Cause I’m thinking of going to that stack but I love the warmth of thr smsl c200
@@Moonuhhh I haven't tried the S.M.S.L units however I hear they're pretty good options (maybe the better option according to reviewers like Joshua Valour). My Modi and Magni are more than enough for my various IEM's and Sundara's. The soundstage is wide and precise, lot's of good clarity in the treble. The timbre is pretty solid but I've read the sound signature is probably not quite reference grade. That being said, it's enough to convince me that the music playing is more or less as the artist intended although with a bit of colouration (in a good way).
@@lazyreuvin I see, noted, thank you for your feedback I appreciate it
Hey Fresh Reviews, can you review the Kinera Celest Wyvern Pro IEM?
The 'Pro' version comes with cable that have a detachable boom mic. I think it's a pretty good set for the price in the more budget range. Apparently the tuning is Harman 2019 similar to the Truthear x Crinacle Zero OG Blue so I was wondering how it's imaging will compare and/or if tuning plays a big part in wallhack level imaging in-game or not
If you'd like to compare the mic quality of the boom mic Kinera have released the Kinera Gramr, Kinera Celest Ruyi, Antlion with their Kimura cable, CVJ have just released their CVJ Hato boom mic cable and TRN have released their TRN Mars gaming IEM(to compete with the CVJ Konoka with the same vibration driver tech). I'm hesitant to recommend TRN because of their QC/QA bad track record all these while and wonky tuning
He rarely reviews things we ask for.
Funny what you mentionedabout Bitfrost. I had it at home and found the Modius better, more analytical, more clear for gaming. Have you ever tested an JDS Atoms Stack?
Haven’t yet!
No balanced outputs is a shame. 4.4 would have been a great addition.
they have another AMP for that, purely balanced (in and out ) but I wanted both in one, size limitation probably.
Would you make video about comparison of topping dx3 pro+ vs smsl c200 vs ifi zen dac v2? Or just give the answer here anyway it'll be helpful.
Hi which would you pick for fps gaming the zen dac v3 or the topping dx3 pro. Playing mostly fps games and after watching a review that u had I bought the zendac v2 and p 990x and loved that combo.but stopped playing and now in the market for a new headset and dac.
Also would u consider to use a budget friendly iem over overears headphones if so which one would u recommend?
Hey check out my most recent videos and look in the description. Trying to keep an updated list
I feel the same way about music interface that is only made to edit music and I also love and this dac will blow your sucks off Questyle M12I dongle dac that has a large sound stage with really strong 3d holographic sound only for $150. I am thinking Geshelli since last night. I might pull the trigger very soon
Thanks for always inspiring me to spend money lol. Jokes aside, I have a couple questions. I use the DT 900 Pro X headset thanks to you. I have the audio inferface Scarlett 2i2 which I use as my "DAC" (Im not sure it qualifies as one?). Anyways, is this DAC/AMP only good for IEMs or would they work great with the DT 900 Pro X as well? If so, do you think they would be a significant upgrade over my current audio setup?
I’m not familiar with the Scarlett unfortunately. I’d want to personally test it to really be able to tell you yea or no
A better question I guess would be is it a significant directional sound improvement over the iFi Zen DAC V2?@@FreshReviewsYT
@@Skeezatech1 in my opinion, it’s an upgrade. Obviously it’s more than just directional audio though. Stage. Depth. Separation. Etc. all comes into play when dealing with dac chips and power sources along with air in the bass region or even some times the treble which can sound off sometimes for instance on some Sabre chips
If you want an easy upgrade, try the SMSL do400 and compare it to the zen
Thank you for taking the time to respond and give insight. Best of luck to you and your channel. I will continue to base my purchases off your reviews :).@@FreshReviewsYT
Love your vids! Do you have any budget amps or dacs for gaming maximum 80dollars? Cheaper would be nice if their are any good and better than what Im Udine now. Im using a Astor mixamp from 2014 and looking to uppgrade :)
FiiO (E10K-TC black) is 79 bucks now. Else fiio k11. 129 bucks. Fresh just reviewed the j11.
So I can connect this to my iPad if I grab a adapter huh?
Never disappoint
loved the video but would be nice if u named the price for each of them (i might of missed it, if so my bad😅) keep it up fresh ❤
Yes. The prices are gone over in the customization segment
@@FreshReviewsYTshould i get a dac or portable dac for iem gaming(simgot ew200) or could i just use my soundblaster g3(ik its pretty old and bad) what do you recommend?
hot looking gear
Yo im getting the ew200 soon, should i get a portable dac amp or a dedicated dac or just use the pc audio jacks, and if i should get a portable dac amp or dedicated dac, what should i get?(was thinking of audient evo 4 or moondrop dawn) (i'm a competitive gamer)I have moondrop chu and soundblaster g3 rn that i got for an insane deal last year but the chus are starting to get boring and i want an upgrade, please gimme ur recommendation mr fresh
Portable dac amps can be nice. I enjoyed the moondrop moonriver ti2. Haven’t tried the evo yet. If you get a desktop dac amp, which does perform better imo, the dx3 pro+ is great
I recall from your setup video you suggested the topping 90 series. I bought that stack based on your recommendation and it works great but i am looking to upgrade my setup since its been a while now.
What would you recommend now?
A90 and bifrost? Or something else?
I still like the a90 tbh. The bifrost is great for a dac but it might pay to save for something even greater since the a90d d90se is already so great
@@FreshReviewsYT it really is, I’ll probably upgrade my Dunu Vulkan’s first. I noticed you mentioned the burson solest 3x gt so ill try to grab that for Black Friday. Any high end dac you suggest?
Edit: also looking into the gsx mini amp
@@jase1239 I am in the same boat, have the a90 with a mediocre dac (e50). And want to update, was thinking about the soloist 3x gt 2023.
@@Mid0_1 hopefully there are some good black Friday deals, if not ill just upgrade my iems
What if we want ultra ultra low budget amp dac for gaming
What will be your preference
Maybe the smsl m300se
The Sparkos OpAmps are game changers! The AK 4499 chips, the DAC is a stunner.
Let’s goooo!!!
@@FreshReviewsYT Should I cancel the DX9 on order and order an Archel 3 Pro? That is my current dilemma
Hey do plug in your headphones prior to turning on this amp and turn it off before unplugging or is it ok to plug in/unplug while it is turned on?
Totally ok to swap in and out
can anyone comment on how this might compare to iFi pro ican?
hey fresh i'm currently using a Ifi zen dac v2 for my iem's will this stack significantly improve sound quality and stage for iem's?
You’ll notice differences for sure. But the ifi is pretty good
Hi! Did you try kinera celest wyvern pro?
Is there a setup tutorial on the J2? I plugged the USB into my pc and the bottom left light (USB indicator) turns off. when the USB is unplugged the bottom left light turns on.
Hey, have to plug it in via usb. Have your amp plugged in via rca or xlr and then hit the button to swap the input until your on either xlr or rca
I just got the Geshelli dac with the ak4499 chip with the xlr up amps. Do you think I should buy the amp? For now I am using smsl sh9
Totally up to you but if you’re happy and can drive everything you won’t have to
@@FreshReviewsYT it drives every thing just wondering if I am missing out without the amp. The dac is fun and the imaging is very clear.
@Fresh Reviews, hello, i know that the question that i am going to ask is not related to this video but ive searched for your discord or twitter and i couldnt find any information. I am veteran cs 1.6 player and now i am playing cs go, apex etc. I have g pro x headset and i really dont like it when its comes to footstep detail etc. I am thinking to buy HD560s. My first question is:
Do you still recommending this headphones, or in that price range is there better options.
Second question is, i have strong z790 strix mobo but i am thinking to buy audient evo 4 to run this headphone, do you suggest me to buy it?
Third question is, i saw that you put a seperated mic on the mic, is that good? If so, where can i buy it?
You would make me so happy if you can answer those questions, much love.
560s are incredible. The mic cable may degrade audio a bit over the default cable. I do recommend an amp dac for the 560s
@@FreshReviewsYT thank you so much for your suggestions, could you also please recommend a budget but a good one amp dac?
Was there a difference between the burson and the a90d amp? I am using a hd 800s ad want to max it out for gaming
Yea there is a noticeable difference for sure
Is the difference between the orchestra lites and the canon 2 big enough to justify the extra 150 for the Canon 2. For a game like siege
No. Both are going to perform very well. If you’re in an extreme budget. Save the money for sure. Anything in my top 5 rocks. Do I feel they’re slightly better yea, but again if tight budget the lite is fire
@@FreshReviewsYT alright it’s final then, appreciate it.
Hello fresh, so I have an issue hearing footsteps on apex legends while using an IEM. Is it because my IEM is plug directly to my pc? do i have to buy a Dac/amp? If so what would you recommend and what are you currently using?
It depends on your IEM and what the issue may be. It’s hard for me to say, but I do notice gains over my personal on board audio chip. Even the topping dx3 pro + is a solid upgrade over my on board
@@FreshReviewsYTSo I'm currently using the Truthear x Crin Zero Blue but it's so hard for me to locate the enemy footsteps especially when mid to far, I also can't tell whether the enemy is above me or below me (on apex legends) so i was wondering if that's because I'm not using any dacs/amp and only plugged directly to pc
@@kerutako me too, so did you bought a dac/amp ? or maybe everyone’s ears are different.
@@paulkwok9523 i haven't bought anything yet because dac/amp are too pricey. I don't think ears are "that" different bcuz i can hear footsteps better when using headphones compare to using IEMs. I stopped using headphones long time ago because using it for a long time gives me head aches plus it's too hot in my country lol
Have you ever used the Beyerdynamic dt 770 pro 80ohm? If yes, what opinion do you have?
I haven’t but I have used the mmx300 which is similar I believe and I enjoyed it
@@FreshReviewsYT fresh I bought the simgot em6L and I like them, but I'm not very happy with the silicone tips and I bought some foam ones. They haven't arrived yet. Do you think it's worth upgrading to a dt700? I need something closed, I already have the HD560s but I play in the living room and I concentrate more with the closed ones
Fresh why do you do this to me, more money about to leave my wallet. I just bought the Monarch Mkiii's after your review. Thanks for all you do, always amazing in-depth reviews.
sorry!!! Lol. I’m right there with you. Spending too much lol!
Thanks for sticking with me !
Personally im using an ifi zen can and zen dac v2, I use the 4.4 balance port. Along with the monarch mkiii getting epic separation and positioning in game (mostly apex).
The iems have impressed me so much Ive been using them along with my portable dac for music while at work or away from the pc.@@FreshReviewsYT
This sounds familiar...lol 😅
Hey fresh, what do you think of the rme adi-2?
Haven’t used it yet unfortunately
5:30 can i ask how is the noise floor with sensitive iems on the j2s and archel 3
Oh man I actually don’t have my unite anymore. I cleaned up my desk and moved to an all in one, the topping dx9. I don’t recall any issues with noise though but I can’t recall if I went through all of my IEMs or not
Were you ever able to get OBS to work with the J2S?
I was not
im completely new to audio and did some research and bought the truthear x crinicle zero(blue) and was wondering whether or not I would need a dac or amp and if these would work for gaming
Not needed, but depending on your on board audio will provide a nice upgrade. Even starting with something like the dx3 pro + is nice for the budget side
They work great , but after I bought a amp/dac I saw a better improvement, it’ll fully use the potential of the truthear zero
@@Moonuhhh yea. Definitely an improvement to be had over id say 95% of all on board audio chips
@@FreshReviewsYT Thanks a lot, is there something you would recommend that'll last?
Is that the OG Bifrost 2 or the /64 version? was about to get the Bifrost 2/64 but now I'm undecided.
2/64
@@FreshReviewsYT thanks
do you recommend dac/amp for Simgot Em6L for gaming?
I do but it really depends on what you’re using. They sound better to me on the dx3 pro + than on board audio but all on board audio chips are different and it’s hard to say how good or bad yours might be in comparison
fresh, would you auto eq your iems when gaming? (specificly the th zeros)
I actually don’t eq for the most part
@@FreshReviewsYT i see, was curious if it'd boost my performance. thank you!
what camera lens do you have on the right :)
I believe a Sony prime but I can’t recall which one that is in the video
Can I just get the Dac? Im just rocking iems and senn 560s.
If you already have an amp to use with it yea. But no dacs need amps to power
Does the " good" sound Come from dac or amp? Or both?
Currently have a soundblaster g6 what would you recommend to upgrade to?
Using IEMs? I personally prefer the sound from the topping dx3 pro + over the sound blaster
@FreshReviewsYT yeah using the simgot em6l's I alternate between the dt990's also, what ear tips do you use on your iems? As I feel the stock em6l are a bit stiff
Just my two cents. The G6 is not a great product. Once you upgrade, you’ll see. Enjoy.
@@phanatic23608 agreed. I wasn’t a fan of the g6 or 7
Thank you both for your replies I've ordered the topping and see how it is 😊
what is the wood type you chose?
lmao nvm thanks homie.
Walnut
Yo, I just discovered the most expensive IEM called the Ultimate Ears Premier. These cost like $3000 and have 21 drivers both sides. Also, those are Nice looking Dac/Amp.
Beautiful right???
@@FreshReviewsYT Yessir ❤️
That's not even close to the most expensive IEM.
@@CaptnKrksNipplsindeed, not even close by a long shot
@@JOKEMMM I found it, oBravo Ra-c-cu - $12,333
You got a cold bro? Sounds different than usual
Lost my voice a little
@@FreshReviewsYT I see. Glad it was nothing serious
My main issue with IEM is that no sound is getting through so it feels really wierd when talking on say discord. I've tried to add my mic in the mix by software but it's too much delay. Could you test product like the Audient Evo 4 that can mix the mic input into the sound you hear? Or any other solution for this
Big solution is the power source and IEM itself. Good amp dacs help compared to a wave xlr or on board audio
Love the content but a few constructive criticism:
This set up might be decent value in a relative sense, but it would only really apply to audiophiles. For the average gamer just discovering that their Turtle Beach/SteelSeries/HyperX headset isn't the latest and greatest and is getting into the possibilities of good audio, or even a seasoned veteran with a budget, spending ~$750 on a DAC/amp combo for marginally better in-game audio would seem absolutely insane.
I think budget recommendations that are far below even the DX3 Pro+ are important. I personally use the DX3 Pro+ and have asked you for a review in the comments in the past, so it's nice it's now included! Still, even I would admit that's a steep price to pay if you're an average gamer just getting into higher end audio (relatively speaking) or have a tight budget. For example, you can get a solid setup for
Yeah these types of videos are for trained ears or someone who’s been into audio for years. My first audio headset was the PlayStation ones way back on ps3, then I switched to the astros a40s which were considered the best back in the day.
But 900 pro x or 560s and a schiit stack or schiit hel 2 is best for entry level.
looks like whale made a amp dac
you know the xmos they use?
whats that gray/orange mouse on ur desk
That’s a custom g303