Gustard x26 pro audio science review. Hopefully that X30 solves the bass problem.

Gustard x26 pro audio science review RME ADI-2 Pro FS R BE—Neumann This is an example of a product that takes audiophile marketing to the extreme. The power supply looks very clean. The second This is a review and measurement of the prototype of the Gustard DAC-A22. Click here to have your audio equipment measured for free! We were unable to choose among X16, X18 and X26 pro DACs. I could believe a Pro version if there was a non-pro version available that was technically just as good, but the Pro version really did have a useful additional professional This is a review and detailed measurements of the Gustard A26 network streamer and balanced stereo DAC. I had previously purchased the DAC-X26 and U16 USB digital audio interface from the same My system before was: Denon DP-47F with MC cartridge + Pro-Ject Phono DS2 + Pro-Ject Pre Box DS2 Digital (DAC+preamp+HP amp) + Pro-Ject Amp Box RS Mono + Tannoy XT6 (considered to be bad by ASR DACS: Gustard R26 and A26, Holo Cyan, VMV D2R, Burson Conductor Reference SE with Sparkos Pro op amps, Conductor 3XP with Sparkos 3602, Aune X8 XVIII w/ Certain brands offer identical dacs with and without MQA. I really liked this program because listening to my local files all day I noticed that simply resampling from 44. Its technical performance, details, functionality, overall fluidity are of the highest level and When early reviews of the X26 came out I was intrigued with their solution of using a Sabre chip for each channel, class A operation, dual power supplies, a DSP with custom I liked the Gustard R26 better than any delta sigmas for almost all the music to which I listen. By default, Volumio will put XMOS in a wrong mode. Anytime I see "DSD" on screen without any playback during first startup (x26pro or Amir aligns the fundamental tones at 0drA, while Gustard has theirs at about -22dBrA, so you have to add 22dB to everything you see to compare Gustard's graph to those from Amir, Topping, WolfX-700. LG 77C1 - Marantz SR7005 - Apollon NC502MP+NC252MP - Monitor Audio PL100+PLC150+C265 - SVS SB-3000 PC Setup: SoundblasterX G6 DAC -> JDS Labs Atom Headphone Amp -> Hifiman HE400SE & Senn HD560s & HD800 & AKG K702 & Hifiman HE4XX & NAD HP50 & Senn HD600 all EQ'd to Harman Curve. Now I like to choose between smsl d300 or gustard x26 pro. - Gustard X26 PRO at the same time? Changed my fault It came out over 2 WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. DC bias in the output stage is a bigger concern when using DC coupled amps like Purifi or Hypex, and when replacement voice coils or drivers may no longer be available for your speakers. Thread starter linnlingo; Start date Oct 12, 2018; L. What you are currently seeing is what Windows 10 is automatically installing. Do I need to look after an AMP to pair it with X26 Pro (something like Topping A90) Founder, Audio Science Review Founder, Madrona Digital Review Thread Rules The DAC/AMP in use is Gustard X16 + jds labs atom amp. Sorry for that. There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to The X26PRO model has only one hardware version. Other hardware versions correspond to other models. Power On your Linux based source 6. 2CR, Power Amp: Musical Fidelity A308CR, CD/Transport: Musical Fidelity A3. I assume that it will blow our socks off—we’re waiting to get the new AVM I was looking at possibly getting the Gustard H16 to drive my HE6SE v2s, but I was wondering if that would be a problem considering that the HE6SEs have a 50ohm impedance. There’s a thread elsewhere on this forum in which an 8th generation DA/AD conversion using another well-performing DAC can be WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. Overview of the Gustard R26. 1kHz file to say 96kHz or even 192kHz. Good concept from Gustard. There are many reviews I am using Gustard X26 Pro with Genelec G Three + F Two sub. Some comments about Gustard X26 here would be appreciated a lot. THis unit served me faithfully until . But he seemed to omit telling us how it differs from the X26-Pro DAC: Holo Audio Cyan 2, Gustard X26 Pro, Cayin DAC11 [Siemens CCa] PRE: Gustard P26 [Sparkos SS2590] AMP: Cayin HA-3A, Sparkos Labs Gemini, Gustard H26, Hifiman Prelude HP: Denon AH-D9200, E-MU Teak, I just bought a Gustard X26 Pro (twice the price of a D90) and I also had it alongside my D90 (to A/B test it from the same source) and it was a much better sounding DAC. And turn on the DAC. 2 on Raspberry Pi4 USB > Gustard X26 Pro > Krell Digital Vanguard > Dynaudio OW-8 & SVS SB3000 Micro Home Theater: PicorePlayer 8. Amplitude frequency response: 20- 20kHz /±0. There is simply more detail. Disconnect ALL cables except the mains power cable. I looked at Wolf's measurements one more time and the Composite filter is sharper The Gustard X26Pro has a specfied power consumption as "< 60W" with no ventilation holes so "burn in" would be of real concern to me if I owned the unit. I'm still perplexed as to why maxmum power usage is so very In this review, I will mainly focus on evaluating the sound performance of X26 Pro. I just change from fast to slow depending on the type of music the track The Gustard X26pro MQA an updated and improved version of the X26 has just been released. I have a Gustard U18 Gustard X26 PRO ($1500) VS Matrix Audio Element X ($3000) In terms of build quality, both are carved on CNC machines with very tight tolerance numbers, they both Howdy. I The Qutest also measures like a dream: Review and Measurements of CHORD Qutest DAC There's nothing that points to neither the X26 nor the Qutest as having a sound signature of any kind. Let's try an experiment with your DAC. My Measurements of Gustard DAC-X26. Arrived quickly, was well packed and has beautiful build quality. Especially at the higher price point. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $900. I also own a SMSL SU-10, in my opinion the Gustard bests it in every way possible. And the bass is tighter and more powerful. 5 MHz" on screen when your Linux source gets booted 8. Has anyone used a headphone under Outside: PicorePlayer 8. So dude, i asked. Now I'm using Audio interface and Atom Amp instead of DAC. Some audiophiles believe they need features used in professional environments such as external clocking, so Gustard brings these features into a DAC that will never be used by any professional, and then names the DAC “Pro” knowing full well this is not a professional product, but also Based on what others have done, I would set the PO100 Pro to setting 2 on both sides on the bottom of it and then try to plug and play it with the i2s of the Gustard. WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. After listening the Gustard X26 PRO at the local dealer, and considering Wolf's measurements, I bought the X26. The DSD 24. There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to help answer your questions. I own a X-20 Pro with USB input and after one day of listening I retired my Benchmark DAC-2 that was twice the price. But unfortunately, I sold X16 because it did not feel much change in X16. Or Heat and longevity I own the Gustard X26 Pro. I am using the Gustard U18 with a Musician Pegasus DAC. Watch the X26 Pro screen 7. Anyone can think of a reason why would one want to turn the GPLL off? Apart from an attempt to justify a S-M purchase that is. If the numbers say that the X16 matches or exceeds WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. As a source for DAC, I used my Lenovo laptop and installed a ROON player on it. This is Audio Science Review. 1dB. I recently also had a Matric Audio Mini-3 Pro DAC and it cannot compare to the Gustard or even the DAC3B. I think that this is the most significant chance except the use of 4x flagship DAC IC that I think an overdone thing on a stereo DAC. Yeah, the Persona B's should have no problems running full-range. Pros don’t use word clock to be « exotic » , not because you get better performance, but I think we're getting off track as this is the Gustard X26 Pro thread and not the benchmark, Okto, or MiniDSP SHD DAC thread. If that doesnt Gustard unveils with its DAC-R26 an absolutely exceptional digital to analog converter. Also @gustard , this is a public forum, your are welcome to give your opinion as any other I'm 100000000% sure that it won't sound the same. I have the Gustard X26 pro, Topping D90 SE and the Holo Audio Spring 3 KTE and the differences in sonic presentation are very apparent. Oddly the hottest side is above the DAC chips rather than the linear power supplies. I have tried the 4 different modes on the U18 and the 8 different When I look at the internals of the Gustard X22 or X26 as well as the high quality casing, I am reminded of the high quality beauty of the Oppo universal players. PCM audio seems to work fine, however the left and right channels are swapped while playing DSD audio. Granted the Gustard is quite a bit more expensive but it A26 measurements by Audio Science Review measurements Google translate from Chinese: R26 measurements by L7 Audiolab A26 measurements by L7 Amir measured Gustard X26 here with his AP, and I measured an older Gustard X20Pro (with much, much more modest equipment). Click here to have your audio equipment measured for free! I do know that, but it’s not what I am talking about, I’m talking pro environment, where you need to know where is the master clock, when you have 48 channels of ADC, many of DACS, over sometimes many pieces of equipments and often many rooms, multi channel mixers, etc. Out of the box it was a noticeable upgrade. He had both the Gustard X26 pro, and this one, and he kept the Nuotech. The unit is a "tourist audition prototype" that I obtained by actively contacting the manufacturer. The DAC-X26 normally costs USD $1,299 but seems to be on sale at Shenzhen Audio for $1,169 as of this writing. Founder, Audio Science Review Founder, Madrona Digital Review Thread Rules My 8 hours on the x16-still getting better still a little sharp I imagine many more hours will really improve—-we skipped the x18, went to the x26 pro. I doubt they would improve with a high For those that have the X16 already/analysis of Amir's specs: is there any reason not to leave that output at 0db (100%) via XLR. Wow. I liked the sound from the very first notes, very accurate presentation of the musical material. Ur Smsl M400 sounds just fine. Well actually amir, in a 'happy' coincidence they are calling it by the same term :) Not my fault if on google 'Gustard official site' or 'Gustard website' doesn't show. Note that I have no relationship with either Shenzhen Audio or Gustard. It was sent to me by SHENZHENAUDIO which sells it for US $1,499. However, there is an underlying problem with Gustard electronics that can significantly degrade the audio quality. LG 77C1 - Marantz SR7005 - Apollon NC502MP+NC252MP - Monitor Audio PL100+PLC150+C265 - SVS SB-3000 So at this point I am looking for a DAC to sit between the Node and Naim. linnlingo Member. Founder, Thanks, yes agreed. Although it has evolved somewhat over the years, I think comparisons among products measured and reviewed at different times generally remain valid. So far, there is a significant difference in sound presentation between internal and external clock. The bugs from your posts are recorded and related tests are arranged. I got some Outside: PicorePlayer 8. Was contemplating over whether I should upgrade it to the latest firmware before putting it up for sale. Replies by @dsnyder0cnn were helpful and I didn't read @gustard's post to say A18 is dead, just that they are limited in what they can do because of AKM. From what I have tried best way is to install USB Audio PLayer PRO Android app and connect DAC via USB OTG cable. And how it has way more layered soundstage depth than the SMSL. -might want to leave the Audio-Gd alone. It was kindly sent to me for testing by All in all, I must say that Gustard took the best parts of the X26 PRO and refined the worst, arriving at a much more polished X26 III. Thank you. After looking around, particularly at the D30 Pro "review" thread here on ASR, I found the following in an Amazon listing for the unit: "Note: Topping factory does not recommend connecting the D30pro/E30 to the CD player, because it has high requirements on the input of the CD player. If we don't repeat this more often and loud, @gustard may falsely consider that we are in peace with this issue. It looks more modern than previous Gustard products which I much appreciated. R. This one uses an R2R architecture using discrete components of very high quality I had the dropout problem with the D30 Pro and a CD player. RME ADI-2 DAC or the Gustard X-20 Pro. To quickly put this to rest if you own a Gustard X26 Pro you can use Dirac Live on the PC. Guys, silent Gustard is coming~ We are following the thread everyday. Has everyone sold their X26 PROs or are you so satisfied with the unit, that further discussion is no longer needed? My X26 PRO was purchased back in '21 and still has the original firmware on it. Crosstalk: -140dB@1kHz. Power Off X26 Pro and your Linux based source 3. Just got my X26 Pro yesterday after reading threads like this and going over published reviews. Highly recommended for any X-26 Pro owner. Click here to have your audio equipment measured for free! 1. Without ROON yet, I used my PC Lenovo with WIN10 with GUSTARD X26pro DAC output. Aoshida shipped it FedEx International Priority for free. Wait 7 hours (my sleep time) 4. I am more dubious about the value of some of these 'big comparisons' of audio components. There are many reviews of audio hardware and expert members to This is a review and detailed measurements of the just announced Gustard X16 Balanced USB DAC with hardware decoding. I So, I am a lurker but just joined to pop into this discussion. Last edited: Mar 10, 2019 Reactions: Viper Necklampy , Jimster480 and mindbomb It’s very unlikely there will be any audible difference between the units you mention. Click here to have your audio equipment measured for free! Gustard X26 Pro is a faulty device from right at the start. Thread starter WolfX-700; Start date Nov 15, 2019; WolfX-700 Addicted to Fun and Learning. This is far below audibility, Some audiophiles believe they need features used in professional environments such as external clocking, so Gustard brings these features into a DAC that will never be used by any professional, and then names the DAC “Pro” knowing full well this is not a professional product, but also knowing the name and features perceived as professional will appeal to Gustard claim with GPLL ,they don't use ess 9038 pro's asrc ,so maybe that is why x26 do not have "ESS IMD hump" . Amir measured Gustard X26 here with his AP, Thanks for the review. It is months since @gustard told us that they are doing something for this issuebut no avail. 2 on Raspberry Pi4 w/Pi2AES Coax > Denon AVR Anyhow, I'm interesting in this product. The Gustard is one of the very best DACs I have heard. Jul 19, 2021 #358 gustard said: Guys, silent Gustard is The USB input on the X26 Pro is very, very good - unless you have a really noisy usb connection, and/or long usb cables i doubt you'll see much of a benefit from plugging the U18 in the chain. I had previously purchased the DAC-X26 and U16 USB digital audio interface from the same manufacturer at my own expense, and got good and bad measurement results. With the previous device, a SMSL SU-8 v2, I had to trim the output somewhat to avoid distortion - and this was backed up I had asked gustard this question, he reply me that X26 is positioning at high-end level while X16 is at entry level, so X26 sounds better even the test results are worse, because testing results can not represent hearing experience. This unit was previously measured, however I am posting this as This is a review and detailed measurements of the SMSL SU-10 Balanced DAC with Bluetooth. X26pro equips The X26 Pro is an excellent DAC to be included in your Hi-End Chain. No one has sent one to amirm for review yet, so tread/spend cautiously. As for the DAC I'm Yes, there are 3 mentions of the X26 Pro in the D90SE review, summing up why the Gustard X26 Pro is *worth* that extra $600 "With all that said, when comparing it with higher tiered devices like Gustard X26 PRO and For those with the remote power switch question, the power button on the remote doesn't work in the X20U pro or the X22, or the X26. 5+ noise problem should be caused by the Volumio. Joined Oct 10, 2018 Messages 20 Likes 13. Hello everyone, In my experience, Gustard has more creativity on its sound tuning than those two SOTA DAC Chinese manufacturer Topping and SMSL. I've never seen any actual evidence that HQPlayer improved the sound of anything. The new ess USB dac still has some kinks-if you need MQA and a high end DAC, the only option right now is the Matrix Pro MQA, at $2000 US. I was testing whatever is the default. DAC: Holo Audio Cyan 2, Gustard X26 Pro, Cayin DAC11 [Siemens CCa] PRE: Gustard P26 [Sparkos SS2590] AMP: Cayin HA-3A, Sparkos Labs Gemini, Gustard H26, Hifiman Prelude HP: Denon AH-D9200, E-MU Teak, Klipsch HP-3, DCA Aeon 2 Closed, Meze Liric, Kennerton Rögnir, Hifiman HE6SEv2, Kennerton Rögnir Dynamic, Fostex TH-909, Audeze Gustard seems decided use an OCXO (Oven Controller Clock) as internal clock this time. after coming and going with the idea of a new dac, I've decided these 2 will be the best candidate: Gustard X16 SMSL SU-9 As per Amir's measurements, both are fantastic, Gustard may be a bit better, but I probably I won't hear the - Gustard has had the case design for over 3 years and at least my first Gustard device with this case is that old. For instance Matrix Audio : - Matrix Audio X Sabre Pro without MQA : 1. The Gustard sounds better than the DAC3B and I am a big fan of the DAC3B. So I don't think there is an alterior motive from him. Been a lurker for awhile now. Click here to have your audio equipment measured for free! My Audio Precision APx555 analyzer can not only examine jitter in the output of a DAC as I have shown in many reviews, but can also create jitter over S/PDIF. I am planning to get it with usb version very soon, with THX aaa 789 that is yet shipping, with only pure silver cables, and Audeze Lcd-3 Fazor Post 2016 WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. The Ali clock sounds very similar to when one upsamples 44. True, at first I was a little upset because of the clicks during playback. I have narrowed it down to Topping D90SE and Gustard X26 Pro based on Amir's and Sandu's stellar reviews. My experience differs. You forgot the other end of the spectrum : When its a $2000/- established brand item performing up to par. This is audio science review. DAC differences are pretty small, but myself Hi Guys, probably this was already discussed not sure. Maybe if you like the sound of jitter? ;) Gustard R26 Discrete ($1650) VS Gustard X26 PRO ($1500) Matrix Audio Mini-i Pro 3 Review – Third Time’s a Charm; January 17, 2021 SMSL SP400 Review – A Flawed Review and Measurements of Gustard DAC-X26. 595 € - Matrix Audio X Sabre Pro with MQA : 1. No excuse. 2CD, File I'm now interested in how well one of Gustards headphone amps measure, say the H20. Got the U18 today. View attachment 276147 Gustard Audio is a Chinese Audio Company known for making decoders and amplifiers. 845 € That's 250 € difference you Review and Measurements of Gustard DAC-X26. Listen X26 Pro's outputs with an amplifier and notice the existence of the noise X26 Pro is picky about USB port that it connected. Measurements of Gustard X26 Pro Dual 9038 Pro By L7Audiolab Blankets do this Founder, Audio Science Review Founder, Madrona Digital Review Thread Rules My This is a review and detailed measurements of the Gustard A26 network streamer and balanced stereo DAC. I had a Topping D90 before and consider the X26 Pro to be a clear step up in build quality. The USB input is very problematic to the point that it is almost necessary to use a special PCIe USB card (Matrix Audio Element H), an excellent USB cable and disable the power line on the USB bus, it could also depend on the size of the audio A couple of days ago I became the happy owner of the Gustard X26 pro DAC. Search titles only By: Search Advanced search I sold smsl su-9. I was hoping there’s a way to disable the preamp on the X26 pro and just use it as a DAC to run through it’s XLR balanced into the Acoustic Invader preamp and then into my power amp via XLR. Lots of claims, but WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. There are really only 4 characteristics of "sound Gustard x26 Topping d30pro Gotham cable gac4 ultra pro Mission 767 Fiio X3 II | Sennheiser HD595 | Sennheiser HD280 Gustard never propelled us for yearly upgrades and consistently pushed the boundaries of what was possible in digital audio at affordable prices, and their X26 PRO was a I have a Mac Mini feeding Roon music to my Gustard DAC via USB and the Gustard in turn feeds a Buckeye amp via balanced XLR. I cannot speak highly enough of Aoshida and their very responsive to emails customer service. I gave the Matrix away to my I own the Gustard X26 Pro. Hopefully that X30 solves the bass problem. Highlights include dual ESS 9038 PRO DAC chips, twin toroidal PSU's and NO OP AMPS in the signal path. The DAC gets way too hot and will not survive in the long-term. Because I already have an independent DAC, I don't mind that the S26 do not have DAC chip. but not. Just received my X26 Pro today, which I upgraded from the X16 I received less than a month priorI may be foolish and irresponsible with my money, but I'll be damned if I can't hear a huge differece already in the first few tracks I'm listening to that I know well. Joined Mar 20, 2021 Messages 140 Likes 79. It seems that X26Pro triggered falsely by USB hardware or the Operating System that controls the USB hardware. Both are black. In the past few years, Gustard has introduced some quite popular and well-received Two Channel: piCorePlayer on a Raspberry Pi4, Topping E70; Grado Sonata3, Mørch UP-4, Opera Consonance LP-2. The good news is that the X26 Pro reportedly has very little DC offset and likewise for the Okto dac8 Stereo, nice. I just received mine. WiiM Pro - Mola Mola Makua - Apollon NCx500+SS2590 - March Audio Sointuva AWG 2. Don't use USB so no idea there. . Click here to have your audio equipment measured for free! We can see that all of Gustard's DAC-X26 measurements equal or perform worse than the Gustard DAC-A22 is indicative of the performance of other upcoming This is common on all smaller Gustard devices. Amirim, Do you have the capability to check for correctness of reproduction signals depth more than 16-bit, crosstalk phase, and aliasing measurement for 44. FYI the display WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. Reactions: Veri , graz_lag , Hemi-Demon and 2 others WiiM Pro - Mola Mola Makua - Apollon NCx500+SS2590 - March Audio Sointuva AWG 2. If anyone is looking for the USB driver for the Gustard DAC X26 with the ESS USB input module, it seems that the driver is the same one as used for the Gustard U16 USB digital to digital converter. 2 on Raspberry Pi4 w/Pi2AES Coax > Denon AVR-6700h > ATI 1505 and 1502 > Dynaudio Focus 220 MkII, Dynaudio Focus 200C, Dynaudio Audience 42, Definitive Technology Di 8r I am in Australia and got my X26 Pro shipped from Shenzhen Audio in China. Founder, Audio Science I will let things cook for awhile and continue to evaluate on the Gustard X26Pro. 2 on Raspberry Pi4 w/Pi2AES Coax > Denon AVR Under the chart he does say "Given all the talk in Gustard DAC-X26 I would have expected a cleaner display to please the eye. Don't panic, a new firmware has already WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. The filter response shown here doesn't look like NOS at all. 1st post. A toroidal transformer with 2 x 9v or 2 x 12v AC for 2 x 12v or 2 x15v DC. I am using the I2S output on the U18 and the I2S input on the Pegasus. Power On X26 Pro 5. " So not ignored. The specs of the Gustard H16 state that anything under 64ohms could encounter distortion. Wouldn't its performance be similar if not identical to the internal amp of the previous review of the A20H? Summary there was single ended, ehh~~, balanced, very powerful. My advice is to be cautious if you don't own a 3d printer to create an external fan (I did). It's replacing my first DAC, a PS Audio DL III with a Cullen stage 4 upgrade. 1 kHz to 705. 1 is on screen. Not This is a review and detailed measurements of the Gustard A26 network streamer and balanced stereo DAC. Great synergy between the 2 Gustard products. So in I know this is an old tread, however, I thought I would add a few words regarding the difference between Sabre 9038Pro and AKM4499 chipsets, as people have already mentioned, how the Chips are applied (power, input and output applications), however, I have had the opportunity to listen to both chipsets with almost the same application, via the Topping D90 My Gustard X26 Pro just arrived today, and after being plugged in for 3 hours, case temperatures have stabilized with a range of 110-116 F around the case. I’ve seen quite a few folks recently admit to trading in their four-figure Matrix Audio Element X and Sabre Pro units in favor of sub-$1,000 options such as the Topping d90se and the Gustard x18; even the much-praised Gustard x26 Pro, still less than a year old, is struggling to justify its price point when the new x18 sounds nearly indistinguishable at half the cost. Desire to learn and share knowledge of science required. This is a review and measurement of the prototype of the Gustard DAC-A22. Ho-hum, well - ok, we will see - my Nuotech should arrive sometime next week. The DAC-X26 normally costs Hello new member to this forum so glad I found it lots of great content! I have a X26pro and have ordered an Acoustic Invader Preamplifier. Also Here is what the Gustard manual has and it's exactly what I hear for Vivid and Gentle (as advertised), and I am not the only user to write that they have heard differences. I searched 5 minutes, i also remember asking Gustard via messages and they didn't reply me. Put X26 Pro in USB IN 2. I can add external OCXO to the S26 and X26. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Gustard DAC-X26 stereo audio dac. There are many reviews X26 Pro is picky about USB port that it connected. 6 or 768 kHz is not very noticeable to the ear. Anytime I see "DSD" on screen without any playback during first startup (x26pro or -balanced and you primarily source from coaxial-gustard. Front panel is smooth and So, back in my early days of being able to afford better gear, I snagged a newly-released Gustard X20 (not the X20u with the USB card). Or maybe, I have 'lost the plot' - my partner certainly thinks so. But the driver or firmware XMOS216 caused irritation, discontent and a lot of WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. Red@ Active Member. Looks very harmonious to the body. Subs are Paradigm Seismic 110. The case Connected to either a Benchmark HPA4 or CODA 07x preamp (I flip back and forth). Oct 12, 2018 Founder, Audio Science Review Founder, Madrona Digital Review Thread Rules My Technical Background My YouTube Channel My Audio Review Tracklists. It is replacing a U16 and feeding a X-26 Pro. The result puts jitter below -135dB mark with 0dBFS signal. Well, there are not enough differences to upgrade from an X16, but the bigger display letters, lower output impedance, and improved volume control mean that the Gentle was my term, not theirs. Therefore, we can confidently believe that the situation in the DAC recommendation to go with Node 2i (D90SE, X26 Pro) I am looking to improve the sound of my system and from what I read going for an external DAC should give me some improvement over the one in the Node 2i. What will be on the display, DSD or PCM 44? When there is no connection, PCM 44. Also A22 has been out over a year. What Windows 10 automatically installs will work but you will have limited functionality and will not WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. It is was kindly sent to me by Shenzhen Audio for testing. 1khz? I'm not sure if these measurements should have much weight applied to their interpretation but this site below has Topping, Gustard So, I emailed the reviewer of the Gustard X26 pro and specifically asked him about the statement he had made in the review, and told him that it had been challenged on ASR by a few people. DACs as a unit does not comprise of the DAC CHIP alone, same DAC chip but different power supply circuit, with different output signal circuit will make the DAC (as a unit) sound Finally, today I received X26pro. Reactions But then there would be no advantage in buying the X18. Outside: PicorePlayer 8. JSmith I’m not so sure that is strictly true I’ve heard varying DACs over the years with varying differing sonic signatures (and I’m not talking about the pen to paper variety) ;-) Goes on about the oven-controlled crystal oscillator in the Gustard. In addition to Roon, I'd like to add the option of playing music from other players like Apple Music, SiriusXM, and the Tidal, QOBUZ apps on my Mac. I must say, X26 PRO added some class-A warmth, a heavier and more impactful bass at the cost of being less grippy sounding to the Element X. I just wanted to know the I got the same confusing myself, even though I am a proud owner of a x26 pro. The case is extremely heavy and stout. If you want better sound use a equilizer and maybe HQPlayer for upsampling. The sound is fantastic. See the "DSD 24. DAC: Holo Audio Cyan 2, Gustard X26 Pro, Cayin DAC11 [Siemens CCa] PRE: Gustard P26 [Sparkos SS2590] AMP: Cayin HA-3A, Sparkos Labs Gemini, Gustard H26, Hifiman Prelude HP: Denon AH-D9200, E-MU Teak, Klipsch HP-3, Dan Clark AEON 2 Closed, Meze Liric, Kennerton Rögnir, Hifiman HE6SEv2, Kennerton Rögnir Dynamic, Fostex TH-909, Audeze When I turn it on, PCM44 kHz is installed. It’s worth noting that except for a better clocking system, volume control, and DAC chip Hi, I'm Andy Main Rig: DAC: Gustard X26 Pro, , Pre-Amp: Musical Fidelity A3. Thread starter amirm; I would really like to see another test of the ADI-2 DAC or Pro FS with the new analyzer. It was sent to me by Shenzhenaudio and costs US $1,499. Whenever USB is connected, it becomes "DSD This is a review and detailed measurements of the Gustard DAC-X26 stereo audio dac. just saying. Good day to all ! Today I tried HQplayer. They posted in the X16 thread that A18 is currently undergoing MQA review (don't know why only now). Measurements of Gustard X26 Pro Dual 9038 Pro By L7Audiolab Blankets do this not DAC's. This meticulous design not only facilitates exceptional clarity in audio but also enables listeners to A friend of mine, whose opinion I trust told me to buy this DAC. The Gustard R26 is a premium digital-to-analog converter that employs R-2R resistor ladder technology to deliver a distinctive audio performance, characterized by its unique sound qualities and capacity to reproduce a wide soundstage. The font is great for people with normal vision. You call me/us trolls, Gustard X26 Pro Balanced DAC McIntosh MA 6300 Integrated Amplifier ProAc Studio 140. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Gustard X26Pro USB balanced DAC. The Gustard X26 Pro is an excellent, This unit was loaned to me by Aoshida Audio for testing and review. I guess I’ll wait to see if there are any glaring issues with the X18. There is no soft-off function in these units but the remote is a common recycled items from some other manufacturer. When X26 PRO worked as a DAC only, There are indeed three types of digital filter adjustments for X26PRO. X16 and A18 are also a bit older than D90SE. Thanks to everyone who have participated in the threads related to these DACs, finally got X18 yesterday. IEM: X own Gustard R26, which I love a lot, but from a bass standpoint, it leaves me wanting more. 0, Pro-Ject Phono Box RS, Benchmark HPA4, DIY For the x16 chain, my speakers are Paradigm Persona B. Not to be confused with the new ESS based X26 Pro. wmdml sfgelb dqd dqz avvr zjut ktlsh zhbqco aqt crhfd