Fosi Audio K5 ProvsGustard R26
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Fosi Audio K5 Pro and Gustard R26 — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Fosi Audio K5 Pro
Gustard R26
Chipset
Texas Instruments NE5532 (Op-Amp)
Discrete R2R Ladder
Inputs
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, 3.5mm Mic In
LAN (Streamer), USB, I2S, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth
Outputs
6.35mm Headphone, RCA Line Out
XLR, RCA
Features
Microphone Input, Tone Controls, PS5 Compatible
Built-in Streamer (Roon Bridge/UPnP), 10MHz Clock Input, Discrete Architecture
Remote Control
✗
✓
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✓
✗
Price (estimated)
Price
~$54
~$1649
Difference
~$1595.00 cheaper (Fosi Audio K5 Pro)
Things to Know
Fosi Audio K5 Pro
- ⚠Microphone input has no gain control; volume depends entirely on the OS/Console settings.
- ⚠The internal DAC is limited to 24-bit/96kHz, which is lower than most audiophile competitors.
- ⚠Tone controls can introduce distortion if cranked to maximum.
Gustard R26
- ⚠The built-in streamer software is functional but basic compared to dedicated units like Eversolo.
- ⚠Large and heavy unit that runs warm.
- ⚠Menu navigation via the small monochromatic screen can be cumbersome.
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