Thoughts on Gustard X26 Pro

I compared the X26 to the Pontus II.  I spent two months trying to decide between them.  Finally I choose to keep the X26 because it had a more open, detailed, and spacious sound but the differences were small.

I now use the R26 which I think is quite a bit better than the X26 or the Pontus II.  If you want an x26 I'll be happy to sell you mine at a good price.

I liked the Gustard R26 better than any delta sigmas for almost all the music to which I listen.  I just change from fast to slow depending on the type of music the track represents (ie more acoustical=slow vs heavy metal or electronica=fast)

If you can, a/b the r26 and x26. I can’t see you being let down by either.

(Gustard seems to make a very good dac line without breaking the bank)

YouTube X26 pro reviews. There are several, …here is just one sampler

https://youtu.be/KJ0_TgB3myw

This review of the R26 model as a further upgrade is interesting

https://youtu.be/c_YWaOc7nhU