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Gustard R26 R2R NETWORK STREAMER DAC PREAMP

AED 6,000

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3.2

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Item Details

Age

1-6 months

Warranty

No

Condition

Perfect inside and out

Usage

Used only a few times

Posted on: 19th April 2026

Description

The Gustard R26 Discrete R2R DAC is a superb choice for audiophiles looking for a high-quality, feature-rich DAC. Its combination of stellar sound quality, robust build, and user-friendly features make it a compelling option for anyone looking to elevate their audio setup.

The Gustard R26 is a streaming Discrete R2R DAC and streamer with native DSD support (up to DSD512 via USB) and PCM 768kHz support. Key features include an independent 1-bit R2R DAC architecture, support for various digital inputs (USB, I2S, LAN, COAX, AES, OPT), network connectivity (UPnP, Roon, AirPlay), and Bluetooth 5.0 with LDAC support. It offers flexible PCM filtering with Fast, Mid, and Slow settings, and can operate in native PCM non-oversampling (NOS) mode, though the volume is fixed in this mode.

Key Specifications

DAC Type: Discrete R2R DAC with independent 1-bit DAC architecture.
Supported Formats: Native DSD, PCM, MQA.
Digital Inputs:
USB
I2S
LAN (Ethernet)
COAX
AES/EBU
Optical
Bluetooth 5.0 (supports LDAC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX LL)
Network Capabilities: Supports Roon, UPnP, and AirPlay.
Maximum Sample Rates:
PCM: Up to 768kHz
DSD: Up to DSD512 (via USB/IIS)
Outputs: RCA, XLR
Clock System: Features a K2 clock synthesizer with precision oscillators.
Filter Options: Three PCM digital filter modes (Fast, Mid, Slow).
Physical Characteristics:
Dimensions: 330mm x 260mm x 65mm
Weight: Approx. 7Kg (with package)
Power: User-selectable AC 115V / 230V, 50 / 60Hz
Features
Dual Architecture:
Combines an independent R2R 1-bit DAC for native DSD and a traditional R2R ladder for PCM.
PCM NOS Mode:
Allows for raw PCM signal decoding without digital signal processing or volume adjustment.
Streaming & Rendering:
Functions as a network streamer and Roon endpoint.
Synchronous Clock Technology:
Replaces the source clock with a low-noise, precision clock from the K2 module for reduced jitter.
Output Performance
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.2dB (Oversampling mode).
Dynamic Range: > 115dB.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): > 122dB.
THD+N: ≤ 0.003% @ 1kHz.
Output Voltage: 2.5Vrms (RCA), 5.0Vrms (XLR), with fixed volume in some modes.