Gustard
Gustard R26
~$1649
Estimated price · may vary by retailer
A high-end R2R DAC that bridges the gap between traditional Hi-Fi and modern streaming. It features a discrete R2R ladder for a natural, expansive sound and includes a built-in LAN streamer/renderer. Built like a tank with a massive toroidal transformer.
Specifications
Things to Know
- ⚠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.
Reviews
“In isolation, R26 sounds beautifully clean and resolving. Luckily, all that clarity is accompanied by traits that we expect from R2R design too. Overall tonality is full, the tone timbre is rich.”
— iiWi Reviews
“R26 added a little bit of weight down low and made the bass heavier sounding little by little. The sound became taller somehow, the stage deepened and widened by a little.”
— SoundNews
Video Review
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