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JDS Labs cMoy Review [Is It Obsolete?]

by Stuart Charles Black

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Big Shoutout to JDS Labs for sending me this unit for demo. I am not being compensated in any way by them. I’m simply giving my impressions of the Amp/DAC. Read on to find out what I thought!

Hey there friend, and Welcome aboard!!

Before we get into the JDS Labs cMoy BB Headphone Amp Review, grab a snack, sit back, and relax because…

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What I will bring you in this review

  1. Specifications
  2. Build
  3. Features
  4. Ergonomics/Sound
  5. Photo Gallery
  6. Video Review
  7. Final Word

Now without further ado, let’s get rolling!!


Specifications


JDS Labs cMoy


Build


The build of the cMoy is very good considering it’s basically a repurposed Altoids can.

It feels very solid in your hand. The input jacks on the front are very respectable, but the charging port is a tad wonky for my liking.

Still, it charges fine and there are no technical issues with it. It’s more of a cosmetic thing.

JDS Labs did a great job assembling this unit.

Plugging your headphones into the 3.5mm jack feels fine, and the 3.5mm line output is rugged as well.

The bass boost switch is fairly standard and feels good as well.

BUILD SCORE: A


Features


The only real feature on this Amp is the Bass Boost.

Simply flip open the lid and flick the switch. It adds a tasteful amount of bass and isn’t overdone like your mom’s meatloaf. 😛

I find the extra bass does well with headphones like the Sony MDR-7506 and my HD600.

Anywho..

FEATURES SCORE: B+


Ergonomics & Sound


This amp does what it’s designed to do, and that is to deliver a neutral, clean, and powerful sound to your headphones.

My HD600s require 20mW of power to perform optimally, and the cMoy drives them with ease.

As far as options, you have:

  • Standard 1x9V: This is similar to the power output of a smartphone. The battery is not rechargeable.
  • Standard 2x9V: This is likely the model that I had. It works better for headphones 120Ohm and over.
  • Rechargeable 1×9: This comes with integrated charging circuitry and powers most headphones.

Paired with the HD600 I was completely satisfied with the volume level and didn’t desire any extra.

The cMoy is a definite upgrade over my phone’s internal DAC as it will not drive the 600s to acceptable listening levels.

Sound quality is very clean and neutral, which we’ve come to expect from JDS Labs products.

Make sure that you use a very short 3.5mm interconnect cable to eliminate noise and distortion from your PC/Laptop or phone.

Hook it Up

Just plug one end of the 3.5mm interconnect into your phone or laptop, and the other end into the left jack on the front of the unit.

The headphones plug into the jack on the right.

Turn the volume knob clockwise to power it on, and you’re ready to go!

ERGONOMICS & SOUND SCORE: A+


Photo Gallery

Minty.
Power Jack and LED indicator.
Volume Knob, Line Out Jack and 3.5mm Headphone Jack.
Guts. You can also see the bass boost switch in the middle of the DAC Chip.
Another look.
One more with Power Brick in the Background.

 

My Video Review

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Final Grade


There’s not much more to say about this little beast.

It does its job admirably and sounds clean and pristine.

The power jack isn’t perfect, and I would have liked a gain switch, but those are minor nitpicks.

As of now, the JDS cMoy has been discontinued, but if you’re looking for a fantastic alternative, the ATOM fits the bill quite nicely.

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-Stu

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JDS Labs cMoy BB

4.75

Build

4.5/5

Sound

5.0/5

Features

4.5/5

Ease of Use

5.0/5

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Insane Value
  • Loads of Power
  • Fantastic Sound

Cons

  • Connections are a bit loose/wobbly

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2 comments

perry l thomas February 13, 2023 - 2:27 am

Not a DAC . Just an amp

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Stuart Charles Black February 13, 2023 - 2:25 pm

👍

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