Gustard Audio
GUSTARD DAC X18
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Gustard's brand new high-performance DAC X18 is built around the ESS9038PRO Sabre DAC chip, which . supports full decoding of MQA not only via the USB input but also via the AES, coaxial and the optical inputs.
This is an extremely "quiet" and versatile DA converter that provides an extremely accurate reproduction of all recordings.
Features:
* High-Performance ES9038Pro DAC chipset.
* XMOS XU216 16-Core USB Signal Receiver.
* CPLD Digital Processing.
* Hi-Res File Support(PCM decoding up to 32-Bit/768kHz, DSD up to DSD512 natively).
* Full MQA Decoding.
* High-Definition Bluetooth Connectivity.
* IIS HDMI Input.
* Fully Functional Remote Control.
Included in the package::
* 1x Gustard DAC X18
* 1x USB cable
* 1x remote control
* 1x Bluetooth antenna
"I live for happy days like this: another instrument grade, exceptionally well engineered audio product in the form of X18. It is clear a ton of effort has gone into providing full transparency to input signal. Yes, the cost is up there but if you want the best, you now have one more option.
It is my pleasure to recommend the Gustard X18 DAC."
AudioScienceReview.com (Dec 2021)
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Description
Article no.: GUSTARDX18
GUSTARD 18 DAC
DAC ES9038PRO XMOS I2S CPLD Accusilicon Bluetooth 5.0 32bit 768kHz DSD512 MQA The Gustard X18 is a versatile and extremely powerful DAC, capable of high quality digital/analog conversion for the most accurate and faithful sound reproduction.
ES9038Pro
At the heart of this X18 is a digital/analog conversion stage using an ESS ES9038Pro chip, known for its incredible performance and its ability to provide a particularly accurate and transparent sound reproduction. The chip has here an independent power supply allowing it to reveal its full potential.
CPLD
The embedded Altera Max V CPLD incorporates a number of technologies, including clock management, PLL, DoP decoder and digital filters.
I/V Conversion
The X18 has no less than eight independent I/V converters, each dedicated to a channel of the DAC, using OPA1612 AOPs. These offer excellent measurements with extremely low distortion and noise levels. Resistors with a tolerance of 0.1% are used for the key sections of this I/V converter.
Accusilicon A5318-B Clocks
Two Accusilicon A5318-B clocks ensure perfect synchronization of the audio signal for a particularly low jitter level, promoting clear and pure playback.
XMOS XU216 USB Interface
The USB input of the X18 uses an XMOS XU216 interface. It supports high resolution streams, up to 32bit 768kHz PCM and DSD512, while ensuring accurate and neutral sound.
Bluetooth 5.0
The Gustard X18 features Bluetooth 5.0 reception, allowing you to stream your music remotely, for example from a smartphone or tablet. The integrated chip supports the high-definition transmission codecs aptX HD and LDAC, ensuring sound quality equal to or better than CD quality.
MQA
MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) is an award-winning British technology that restores the sound of the original recording. The MQA Master file is authenticated by the artists, producers or rights holders. These files are light enough to stream or download. The Gustard X18 has a built-in MQA decoder to play these files for the best possible audio quality.
SPECIFICATIONS
* Product type: DAC
* DAC Chip: 2x ES9038Pro * Inputs: - Bluetooth 5.0 - 1x USB-B - 1x I2S LVDS via HDMI - 1x Coaxial S/PDIF - 1x AES - 1x Optical Toslink * Outputs: - 1x Single-ended stereo RCA - 1x Balanced XLR * DAC Chip: ESS ES9038Pro * USB interface: XMOS XU216 * CPLD: Altera * Supported sampling rates - USB : PCM up to 32bit 768kHz, Native DSD up to DSD512, DSD DoP up to DSD256, MQA - I2S : PCM up to 32bit 768kHz, Native DSD up to DSD512, DSD DoP up to DSD512 - AES, Coaxial, Optical : PCM up to 24bit 192kHz, DSD DoP up to DSD64, MQA * Supported Bluetooth codecs: AAC, SBC, aptX, aptX LL, aptX HD, LDAC * Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.08dB Other specifications * Supply voltage - AC 115/230V 50/60Hz * Dimensions - 220 x 170 x 50mm * Weigth (inc box): 2,5kg * Case material - Brushed Aluminium * Color - Black or Silver
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