Gustard R26 Streaming DAC

Name: Gustard R26 Streaming DAC
Brand: Gustard
SKU: 101393
Price: 899.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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The Gustard R26 features dual discrete R-2R resistor ladder arrays, native 1-bit DSD512 and PCM 32-bit/768kHz decoding, XMOS XU216 processing, an integrated LAN network streamer, and Bluetooth 5.0 with LDAC support. Operating as a versatile reference hub, this component bridges traditional digital sources and network streaming with uncompromising signal fidelity. It incorporates a custom K2 ultra-low noise clock synthesizer with a 10MHz external master clock input, dual toroidal power supplies isolating digital and analog stages, and an expansive input selection including IIS, AES/EBU, coaxial, optical, balanced XLR, and single-ended RCA outputs.

Critical consensus highlights its remarkable technical resolution and organic, lifelike timbre that avoids the sterile digital glare typical of conventional chip-based converters. Audio publications like SoundNews lauded it as an outstanding benchmark in its class, praising its authoritative bass punch, holographic staging, and pristine background clarity. Reviewers consistently note that its native DSD handling and low jitter performance deliver an effortless, fatigue-free presentation that rivals far costlier ladder designs.

Integrating this digital-to-analog converter into your system unveils low-level micro-details while retaining a natural musical warmth across every high-resolution format. It provides discerning audiophiles with an elegant path toward complete digital convergence without sacrificing spatial realism or dynamic expression.

Brand	Gustard
Type	DACs
Component Color	Black
MSRP	$1,649.00
SKU #	101393
Serial #	R26-B424320333
Cosmetic Rating	8 - Very good condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including some blemishes near the rear of the top plate. These marks are not readily visible from listening position, and this DAC still looks fantastic.
Functional Notes	Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.
Age	2 years
Owners	1
Service History	None

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