GUSTARD - H26
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ICICI Bank
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Low Cost EMI
₹ 39,359
₹ 3,078
₹ 2,481
6
Low Cost EMI
₹ 20,070
₹ 5,422
₹ 4,387
9
15.99%
₹ 13,644
₹ 7,797
12
15.99%
₹ 10,433
₹ 10,202
18
15.99%
₹ 7,228
₹ 15,103
24
15.99%
₹ 5,630
₹ 20,125
HDFC Bank
3
Low Cost EMI
₹ 39,360
₹ 3,080
₹ 2,481
6
Low Cost EMI
₹ 20,071
₹ 5,426
₹ 4,387
9
16%
₹ 13,645
₹ 7,802
12
16%
₹ 10,434
₹ 10,209
18
16%
₹ 7,228
₹ 15,113
24
16%
₹ 5,631
₹ 20,138
SBI Bank
3
Low Cost EMI
₹ 39,392
₹ 3,177
₹ 2,555
6
Low Cost EMI
₹ 20,014
₹ 5,083
₹ 4,093
9
15%
₹ 13,590
₹ 7,306
12
15%
₹ 10,380
₹ 9,556
18
16%
₹ 7,228
₹ 15,113
24
16%
₹ 5,631
₹ 20,138
Axis Bank
3
Low Cost EMI
₹ 39,360
₹ 3,080
₹ 2,481
6
Low Cost EMI
₹ 20,071
₹ 5,426
₹ 4,387
9
16%
₹ 13,645
₹ 7,802
12
16%
₹ 10,325
₹ 8,906
18
16%
₹ 7,228
₹ 15,113
24
16%
₹ 5,631
₹ 20,138
Other EMI Options through Credit Cards
Citi Bank
3
14%
₹ 39,231
₹ 2,694
6
14%
₹ 19,957
₹ 4,741
9
16%
₹ 13,645
₹ 7,802
12
16%
₹ 10,434
₹ 10,209
18
16%
₹ 7,228
₹ 15,113
24
16%
₹ 5,631
₹ 20,138
Kotak Mahindra Bank
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Interest%
Installment
Interest
3
16%
₹ 39,360
₹ 3,080
6
16%
₹ 20,071
₹ 5,426
9
16%
₹ 13,645
₹ 7,802
12
16%
₹ 10,434
₹ 10,209
18
16%
₹ 7,228
₹ 15,113
24
16%
₹ 5,631
₹ 20,138
RBL Bank
3
13%
₹ 39,167
₹ 2,501
6
14%
₹ 19,957
₹ 4,741
9
15%
₹ 13,590
₹ 7,306
12
15%
₹ 10,380
₹ 9,556
18
15%
₹ 7,174
₹ 14,136
24
15%
₹ 5,576
₹ 18,823
Standard Chartered Bank
3
13%
₹ 39,167
₹ 2,501
6
13%
₹ 19,900
₹ 4,400
9
14%
₹ 13,535
₹ 6,812
12
14%
₹ 10,325
₹ 8,906
INDUSIND Bank
3
14%
₹ 39,231
₹ 2,694
6
14%
₹ 19,957
₹ 4,741
9
15%
₹ 13,590
₹ 7,306
12
15%
₹ 10,380
₹ 9,556
18
15%
₹ 7,174
₹ 14,136
24
15%
₹ 5,576
₹ 18,823
HSBC Bank
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12.50%
₹ 39,134
₹ 2,404
6
12.50%
₹ 19,871
₹ 4,229
9
13.50%
₹ 13,507
₹ 6,565
12
13.50%
₹ 10,298
₹ 8,582
18
13.50%
₹ 7,093
₹ 12,680
YES Bank
3
13%
₹ 39,167
₹ 2,501
6
13%
₹ 19,900
₹ 4,400
9
14%
₹ 13,535
₹ 6,812
12
14%
₹ 10,325
₹ 8,906
18
15%
₹ 7,174
₹ 14,136
24
15%
₹ 5,576
₹ 18,823
Bank of Baroda
3
13%
₹ 39,167
₹ 2,501
6
14%
₹ 19,957
₹ 4,741
9
14%
₹ 13,535
₹ 6,812
12
15%
₹ 10,380
₹ 9,556
18
15%
₹ 7,174
₹ 14,136
24
16%
₹ 5,631
₹ 20,138
American Express
3
14%
₹ 39,231
₹ 2,694
6
14%
₹ 19,957
₹ 4,741
9
14%
₹ 13,535
₹ 6,812
12
14%
₹ 10,325
₹ 8,906
18
15%
₹ 7,174
₹ 14,136
24
15%
₹ 5,576
₹ 18,823
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Why GUSTARD is Special
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Why we love this DAC/Amp
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DESCRIPTION
PRESENTING THE GUSTARD H26 - A DESKTOP CLASS-A DISCRETE HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER
Gustard has developed a fully balanced discrete Class A headphone amplifier, the H26. This desktop amplifier features eight pairs of power transistors that provide efficient driving power and control. To live up to its powerful headphone amplifier title, the H26 equips dual LME49720 Op-amps and two toroidal transformers for a superior power supply. Gustard H26 features a relay volume control matrix and a balanced circuit architecture. Apart from these elements that aim to provide you with an elevated audio performance, this headphone amplifier also showcases neat design aesthetics, crafted with solid materials into beautiful curves. With the Gustard H26 in your audio chain, you are truly set for an immersive music-listening experience.
POWERFUL AMPLIFICATION WITH THREE HEADPHONE OUTPUTS AND PREAMP OUTPUTS
The Gustard H26 can perform as a powerful headphone amplifier, as it equips three headphone outputs, making it compatible with most of the headphones. It drives seamlessly with power-demanding headphones with an impedance of up to 600 ohms. Gustard has utilised two LME49720 dual op-amps in the H26 to give you an elevated audio performance. It provides ultra-low distortion and ultra-low noise in the preamplifier stage in the H26. The preamp outputs of H26 can be switched off effortlessly, enabling the H26 to smoothly transition from a headphone listening setup to a speaker listening setup. The Gustard H26 is specially crafted for audiophiles and professionals.
FULLY BALANCED INPUT ARCHITECTURE FOR ULTIMATE AUDIO PERFORMANCE
The Gustard H26 can perform as a powerful headphone amplifier, as it equips three headphone outputs, making it compatible with most of the headphones. The outputs are a 4.4mm balanced, 6.35mm single-end and XLR balanced output. It drives seamlessly with power-demanding headphones with an impedance of up to 600 ohms. Gustard has utilised two LME49720 dual op-amps in the H26 to give you an elevated audio performance. It provides ultra-low distortion and ultra-low noise in the preamplifier stage in the H26. The preamp outputs of H26 can be switched off effortlessly, enabling the H26 to smoothly transition from a headphone listening setup to a speaker listening setup. The Gustard H26 is specially crafted for audiophiles and professionals.
EXPERIENCE AUDIO PRECISION WITH UNBIASED VOLUME CONTROL
The Gustard H26 equips a matrix relay volume to ensure consistent and unbiased volume control for all four channels. It also features two 50W audio-specific custom toroidal transformers, one for each channel. This design prevents interference of the power supply between the left and right signals. The Gustard H26 also offers two gain settings, allowing you to listen to your music at your preferred volume intensity with nuanced and controlled adjustments. It also comes bundled with a remote and features a display screen to get a view of settings and functions. All these features in the H26, collectively contribute to an exceptional audio journey, driven by fidelity and precision.
SPECS
RCA x1 | input sensitivity tyical: 2-3Vrms; input impedance 4KΩ |
XLR x2 | input snsitivity typical: 4-6Vrms max 12Vrms; input impedance 8KΩ |
RCA | 100Ω output impedance |
XLR | 100Ω output impedance |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20-80kHz/-0.1dB |
SNR | >123dB |
CROSSTALK | <-123dB @ 1kHz |
THD+N | <0.0002% |
IMD | <0.0003% |
SINGLE-ENDED OUTPUT (6.35MM) IMPENDANCE | 0.05Ω |
BALANCED OUTPUT (XLR 4PIN OR 4.4)IMPENDANCE | 0.1Ω |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20-80kHz/-0.1dB |
SNR | 20-80kHz/-0.1dB |
CROSSTALK | <-120dB @ 1kHz |
THD+N | <0.0005% @ 9700mW into 32Ω LOAD |
IMD | <0.0005% @ 9700mW into 32Ω LOAD |
MAXIMUM UNDISTORED POWER OUTPUT | 6000mW into 32Ω Load |
MAXIMUM POWER OUTPUT | 12000mW @ 32Ω (THD=1%) |
64Ω | 7350mW |
150Ω | 3125mW |
300Ω | 1576mW |
600Ω | 788mW |
AC POWER INPUT | 100V - 240V (manually adjusted) |
OVERALL POWER CONSUMPTION | <30W |
SIZE | W330mm*D260mm*H65mm (protrusion not included) |
PACKAGE SIZE | W420mm*D360mm*H175mm |
WEIGHT | 7.0KG (with package) |
BOX CONTENTS | 1. GUSTARD H26 |
OTHER DETAILS
GENERIC NAME | Headphone Amplifier |
IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
NET QUANTITY | 1 |
PACKAGE CONTENTS | GUSTARD H26 Remote Control |
PRESENTING THE GUSTARD H26 - A DESKTOP CLASS-A DISCRETE HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER
Gustard has developed a fully balanced discrete Class A headphone amplifier, the H26. This desktop amplifier features eight pairs of power transistors that provide efficient driving power and control. To live up to its powerful headphone amplifier title, the H26 equips dual LME49720 Op-amps and two toroidal transformers for a superior power supply. Gustard H26 features a relay volume control matrix and a balanced circuit architecture. Apart from these elements that aim to provide you with an elevated audio performance, this headphone amplifier also showcases neat design aesthetics, crafted with solid materials into beautiful curves. With the Gustard H26 in your audio chain, you are truly set for an immersive music-listening experience.
POWERFUL AMPLIFICATION WITH THREE HEADPHONE OUTPUTS AND PREAMP OUTPUTS
The Gustard H26 can perform as a powerful headphone amplifier, as it equips three headphone outputs, making it compatible with most of the headphones. It drives seamlessly with power-demanding headphones with an impedance of up to 600 ohms. Gustard has utilised two LME49720 dual op-amps in the H26 to give you an elevated audio performance. It provides ultra-low distortion and ultra-low noise in the preamplifier stage in the H26. The preamp outputs of H26 can be switched off effortlessly, enabling the H26 to smoothly transition from a headphone listening setup to a speaker listening setup. The Gustard H26 is specially crafted for audiophiles and professionals.
FULLY BALANCED INPUT ARCHITECTURE FOR ULTIMATE AUDIO PERFORMANCE
The Gustard H26 can perform as a powerful headphone amplifier, as it equips three headphone outputs, making it compatible with most of the headphones. The outputs are a 4.4mm balanced, 6.35mm single-end and XLR balanced output. It drives seamlessly with power-demanding headphones with an impedance of up to 600 ohms. Gustard has utilised two LME49720 dual op-amps in the H26 to give you an elevated audio performance. It provides ultra-low distortion and ultra-low noise in the preamplifier stage in the H26. The preamp outputs of H26 can be switched off effortlessly, enabling the H26 to smoothly transition from a headphone listening setup to a speaker listening setup. The Gustard H26 is specially crafted for audiophiles and professionals.
EXPERIENCE AUDIO PRECISION WITH UNBIASED VOLUME CONTROL
The Gustard H26 equips a matrix relay volume to ensure consistent and unbiased volume control for all four channels. It also features two 50W audio-specific custom toroidal transformers, one for each channel. This design prevents interference of the power supply between the left and right signals. The Gustard H26 also offers two gain settings, allowing you to listen to your music at your preferred volume intensity with nuanced and controlled adjustments. It also comes bundled with a remote and features a display screen to get a view of settings and functions. All these features in the H26, collectively contribute to an exceptional audio journey, driven by fidelity and precision.
RCA x1 | input sensitivity tyical: 2-3Vrms; input impedance 4KΩ |
XLR x2 | input snsitivity typical: 4-6Vrms max 12Vrms; input impedance 8KΩ |
RCA | 100Ω output impedance |
XLR | 100Ω output impedance |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20-80kHz/-0.1dB |
SNR | >123dB |
CROSSTALK | <-123dB @ 1kHz |
THD+N | <0.0002% |
IMD | <0.0003% |
SINGLE-ENDED OUTPUT (6.35MM) IMPENDANCE | 0.05Ω |
BALANCED OUTPUT (XLR 4PIN OR 4.4)IMPENDANCE | 0.1Ω |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20-80kHz/-0.1dB |
SNR | 20-80kHz/-0.1dB |
CROSSTALK | <-120dB @ 1kHz |
THD+N | <0.0005% @ 9700mW into 32Ω LOAD |
IMD | <0.0005% @ 9700mW into 32Ω LOAD |
MAXIMUM UNDISTORED POWER OUTPUT | 6000mW into 32Ω Load |
MAXIMUM POWER OUTPUT | 12000mW @ 32Ω (THD=1%) |
64Ω | 7350mW |
150Ω | 3125mW |
300Ω | 1576mW |
600Ω | 788mW |
AC POWER INPUT | 100V - 240V (manually adjusted) |
OVERALL POWER CONSUMPTION | <30W |
SIZE | W330mm*D260mm*H65mm (protrusion not included) |
PACKAGE SIZE | W420mm*D360mm*H175mm |
WEIGHT | 7.0KG (with package) |
BOX CONTENTS | 1. GUSTARD H26 |
OTHER DETAILS
GENERIC NAME | Headphone Amplifier |
IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
NET QUANTITY | 1 |
PACKAGE CONTENTS | GUSTARD H26 Remote Control |
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