...there are some reputable and high-quality products -- such as this Gustard. I have no problem recommending the X20 has a legitimate value in...
...converting 16/44 to 2xDSD and using the USB-I2S bridge to feed the Gustard (skipping several internal DAC phases) resulted in a MAJOR...
It's a common mod for the Gustard. We're talking a DAC that deals with a very low amount of current....
I plugged mine in, deciding to use the SE output on my Gustard using the logic that I trust the summing on the Gustard over the Schiit. It's...
...cable from Amazon) -> Schiit Wyrd -> DH Labs Silver USB -> Gustard U12 -> I2S (short generic HDMI) -> Gustard X20* -> Better Cables balanced...
...out and order one. HE-6 no problem? Sounds like a wild claim. I'll see. But I'll be frankly surprised if it can top my Gustard and Raganrok combo.
...reviews has indicated, 16/44 audio is greatly improved. I use a Gustard USB bridge to feed the IIS connection. Native DSD tracks through this...
...have to get a ultra high SNR preamp ontop of it. The Sabre in the Gustard X20 isn't really native DSD, but close enough and $800 beats the crap...
...Standard DACs have way lower SNR. Some Chinese dealer claimed the Gustard X20 has a SNR of 130 dB, which does coincide with ESS claims they get...
...that are balanced and have a real output stage. For example, the Gustard X20. There's plenty to chose from. Oh, and DON'T think you can ignore...
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