Gustard X26 III DAC

Name: Gustard X26 III DAC
Brand: The Music Room
SKU: 98701
Price: 1199.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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The Gustard X26 III DAC and network streamer supports Roon, AirPlay, UPnP, Spotify Connect, HQPlayer NAA, mConnect, and BubbleUPnP, handling PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz, native DSD512, and full MQA decoding via LAN and USB-B. Featuring dual ESS ES9039SPRO chips in a fully balanced dual-mono architecture, it includes IIS, Coaxial, Optical, AES/EBU, and 10MHz clock inputs with XLR and RCA outputs. Powered by GCLK-02 femtosecond clocking, FPGA digital filtering, and dual toroidal transformers, it eliminates jitter for pristine signal conversion. A discrete Class-A analog stage provides refined warmth, housed in a heavy CNC-machined aluminum chassis.

Reviewers acclaim the Gustard X26 III for its dynamic punch, resolution, and transparent soundstage that rivals costlier digital front-ends. Critics highlight its built-in network streaming and cooler-running thermal design over prior generations. Experts praise its low output impedance for easy amplifier matching, laser-precise channel separation, and smooth analog delivery that retains fine detail.

Integrating flagship dual-mono conversion, precision clocking, and network streaming into a solid chassis simplifies your system while delivering top-tier audio fidelity. Whether used as a dedicated converter or a high-res streaming hub, its musicality and future-proof connectivity make it a compelling centerpiece for any high-performance audio setup.

Brand	Gustard
Type	DACs
Component Color	Silver
MSRP	$1,599.00
SKU #	98701
Serial #	X26-B11615D980
Cosmetic Rating	8 - Very good condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including minor blemishes on the top of the chassis. These marks are not readily visible from listening position, and the DAC performs wonderfully.
Functional Notes	Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.
Age	1 year
Owners	1
Service History	None

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