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GUSTARD

GUSTARD - X26III

Desktop Streamer & Digital-To-Analogue Converter
Sale price₹ 159,999
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In case you receive the GUSTARD - X26III with a manufacturing defect, please raise a return request within 7 days of delivery.

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Warranty & Services

Don't sweat it, this GUSTARD - X26III comes with a 2 Year warranty from GUSTARD that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

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Why GUSTARD is Special

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Designed in China
Young Maverick Brand

New on the scene, but bringing seasoned expertise!


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Specialist

A masterpiece from the experts who know audio inside and out!


This headphone or gear is crafted by specialists who know their stuff, ensuring every detail is perfect.


If you see a product marked as “🌟 Specialist”, it means you're choosing a device designed by experts who specialize in creating this specific category of device.

Why we love this DAC/Amp

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Serious Audiophiles Only

Diving deeper into exploring the hobby is never enough.


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If you see a product marked with “🦈 Serious Audiophiles Only" we assure you that this device can match your depth of knowledge and expertise to take your passion for audio to the next level.
Connect With Cable

This device comes with multiple connectivity options. Be sure to check if your source and output support these input and output options.
Built like a Tank

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Why it Sounds Amazing

DAC Chip

Know the secret to your pristine audio.


This headphone or gear reveals the secret sauce behind superior audio quality, highlighting the presence of a high-performance DAC chip for pristine sound reproduction.


If you see products marked as “⚙️ DAC Chip”, expect to experience your music with unparalleled clarity, detail, and fidelity, ensuring that every note and nuance is faithfully reproduced for your listening pleasure.
Sampling Rate And Bit Depth

Ever wonder how those ones and zeros on your computer magically transform into the rich melodies that fill your room?


The secret lies in a tiny device called a Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC). Think of it as a translator, taking the digital code of your music and meticulously sculpting it back into a smooth, analog wave that your speakers can understand. But just like a sculptor needs the right tools, achieving audio nirvana with a DAC depends on two key factors: sampling rate and bit depth.


Sampling Rate:

Imagine your favourite song as a complex rollercoaster track. The sampling rate refers to how often the DAC takes measurements of this digital track, measured in kHz (kilohertz) or thousands of times per second. A higher sampling rate, like 96 kHz, is like taking a ton of pictures of the track, capturing every twist and turn with incredible detail. Lower rates, like the standard 44.1 kHz used in CDs, are like taking snapshots at a theme park – fun, but you might miss some of the subtler details that make the ride truly exhilarating.


Bit Depth:

Now, think about the sculptor's tools. Bit depth refers to the precision of each measurement the DAC takes. Imagine the number of colours available to the sculptor. With higher bit depth (e.g., 24 bits compared to 16 bits), each measurement can capture a wider range of values. This allows the DAC to recreate subtler variations in the sound wave, resulting in richer and more nuanced audio. It's like having a broader colour palette for building a more detailed and lifelike sculpture of the sound.

Gustard Introduces A High Performance DAC For Hi-Res Audio - The X26III

Gustard presents the X26III, a DAC designed for audiophiles seeking the highest level of audio performance. It houses dual ES9039SPRO flagship DAC chips to deliver a fully balanced architecture with exceptional decoding capabilities. The X26III features advanced technologies like discrete Class A circuits and advanced power regulation with ES9311Q and XMOS XU216 for seamless high-resolution audio output. It equips multiple inputs and outputs, DSP digital filtering, network streaming, and Celaudio audio processing technology. It has a remote control allowing access to various features and supports 0dB to 90 dB. The Gustard X26III adds a touch of high resolution to your music-listening experience.

Features 2 ES9039SPRO Flagship Chips For Hi-Res Decoding With Digital Filtering

Gustard X26III features 2 flagship decoding chips from ESS, the ES9039SPRO. Each channel utilises one ESS chip that results in a fully balanced architecture. It features multi-stage digital filtering with an Analog Device SHARC DSP platform, a high-performance digital filter program, anti-aliasing noise algorithms and high-precision floating-point 64-bit operations with frequency upscaling and noise shaping for enhanced audio. These DAC chips support high-resolution sampling rates up to PCM 32bit 768kHz and DSD512. The ESS DAC chip with an I/V- converter and independent parallel connection circuit converts the signal flow from DAC to an analogue voltage. This configuration enables the Gustard X26III to function smoothly and efficiently.

Equips ES9311Q For Multi-Group Independent Power Supply With Toroidal Transformers

Gustard X26III houses the ES9311Q regulator, a dedicated power supply that ensures ultra-low noise power regulation with high-quality audio output while reducing noise and offering a stable and clean power source for all components. It is equipped with 2 high-quality audio toroidal transformers for digital and multi power supply groups to offer power without interference. It also has an independent power supply with an independent grounding for an excellent performance of the Gustard X26III. 

XMOS XU216 Chip With Multiple Outputs & FPGA Programmable Logic Chip

The X26III equips the XMOS XU216 chip to deliver high-resolution audio output with low latency. It features an FPGA programmable logic chip with high-end components like self-constructed functions, clock management, 2nd PLL digital shaping, DOP demodulation and PCM/DSD depop switch. Gustard X26III embeds inputs for the clock, coaxial, AES, USB, LAN, optical, IIS-H, power supply, XLR right and left line out, and RCA left and right line out. With these multiple outputs, you can enjoy high-resolution audio. 

Features 2 ES9039SPRO Flagship Chips For Hi-Res Decoding With Digital Filtering

Gustard X26III features 2 flagship decoding chips from ESS, the ES9039SPRO. Each channel utilises one ESS chip that results in a fully balanced architecture. It features multi-stage digital filtering with an Analog Device SHARC DSP platform, a high-performance digital filter program, anti-aliasing noise algorithms and high-precision floating-point 64-bit operations with frequency upscaling and noise shaping for enhanced audio. These DAC chips support high-resolution sampling rates up to PCM 32bit 768kHz and DSD512. The ESS DAC chip with an I/V- converter and independent parallel connection circuit converts the signal flow from DAC to an analogue voltage. This configuration enables the Gustard X26III to function smoothly and efficiently.

Equips ES9311Q For Multi-Group Independent Power Supply With Toroidal Transformers

Gustard X26III houses the ES9311Q regulator, a dedicated power supply that ensures ultra-low noise power regulation with high-quality audio output while reducing noise and offering a stable and clean power source for all components. It is equipped with 2 high-quality audio toroidal transformers for digital and multi power supply groups to offer power without interference. It also has an independent power supply with an independent grounding for an excellent performance of the Gustard X26III. 

XMOS XU216 Chip With Multiple Outputs & FPGA Programmable Logic Chip

The X26III equips the XMOS XU216 chip to deliver high-resolution audio output with low latency. It features an FPGA programmable logic chip with high-end components like self-constructed functions, clock management, 2nd PLL digital shaping, DOP demodulation and PCM/DSD depop switch. Gustard X26III embeds inputs for the clock, coaxial, AES, USB, LAN, optical, IIS-H, power supply, XLR right and left line out, and RCA left and right line out. With these multiple outputs, you can enjoy high-resolution audio. 

Discrete Class A Circuit For High Performance Of The X26III

The X26III embeds an analogue LPF circuit, a discrete Class A circuit specially designed for the ESS chips with hybrid IV parallel connections. It enables precise adjustments, better distortion control, and diverse sound profiles for decoding architectures. The Discrete Class A circuits provide a warm, natural sound with low distortion and noise. Careful component selection ensures precise signal processing and enhances overall sound quality.

GLCK 02 Clock Module With DSP Digital Filtering & Network Streaming

Gustard X26III houses a Local clock source or external 10MHz clock signal synthesised with an excellent clock signal and precisely embedded for hi-res decoding. As the front-end clock is removed, its performance on the decoding link minimises the impact on the performance of the front-end audio equipment to reduce the degree of dependence. It features 4 DSD and 3 PCM filters while supporting NOS mode with a separate audio signal passing through the left-right channel for an excellent music listening experience. X26III supports bridge, network streaming ROON bridge, Airplay, UPnP and NAA.

Supported By Celaudio For Redefining the Audio Output

Gustard X26III is supported by Celaudio, an audio processing technology that diminishes the distortion caused by the hardware design and restores the audio to its original form. The Celaudio supports closing the useless bridge system while using playback applications and maximising the efficiency of the playback. It equips Celware 3. x music playback system with Linux kernel specially designed for music playback with hardware and software combinations. It minimises data forwarding delay and jitter while strengthening the audio playback capabilities and high-resolution audio.

Discrete Class A Circuit For High Performance Of The X26III

The X26III embeds an analogue LPF circuit, a discrete Class A circuit specially designed for the ESS chips with hybrid IV parallel connections. It enables precise adjustments, better distortion control, and diverse sound profiles for decoding architectures. The Discrete Class A circuits provide a warm, natural sound with low distortion and noise. Careful component selection ensures precise signal processing and enhances overall sound quality.

GLCK 02 Clock Module With DSP Digital Filtering & Network Streaming

Gustard X26III houses a Local clock source or external 10MHz clock signal synthesised with an excellent clock signal and precisely embedded for hi-res decoding. As the front-end clock is removed, its performance on the decoding link minimises the impact on the performance of the front-end audio equipment to reduce the degree of dependence. It features 4 DSD and 3 PCM filters while supporting NOS mode with a separate audio signal passing through the left-right channel for an excellent music listening experience. X26III supports bridge, network streaming ROON bridge, Airplay, UPnP and NAA.

Supported By Celaudio For Redefining the Audio Output

Gustard X26III is supported by Celaudio, an audio processing technology that diminishes the distortion caused by the hardware design and restores the audio to its original form. The Celaudio supports closing the useless bridge system while using playback applications and maximising the efficiency of the playback. It equips Celware 3. x music playback system with Linux kernel specially designed for music playback with hardware and software combinations. It minimises data forwarding delay and jitter while strengthening the audio playback capabilities and high-resolution audio.

Display Screen

Gustard X26III is embedded with a display screen to show the music playback details.

Meticulous Design

Gustard X26III is meticulously designed with high-quality materials for impeccable aesthetics and durability.

Accessories to Get you Started

1. Power Cable
2. USB Cable
3. Remote Control
4. Warranty Card

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All You Need To Know About The GUSTARD X26III

DAC Chip
Dual ESS Sabre ES9039SPRO
Input
LAN Input
IIS Input
USB Input
Coaxial Input
AES Input
Optical Input
10Mhz Clock Input
Output
RCA Line Out
XLR Line Out
Digital Input
LAN Support Protocol : Roon, Airplay, upnp, NAA, Spotify (Configuration web page can be configured to open and close the protocol, can be upgraded online)
LAN Speed : 100/1000Mbps
10M Clock (BNC) : Input Impedance 50 Ohm,0dBm- 20dBm, CMOS square wave 0.2V-3.3V, Sine wave 0.5V-3.3V.
Analog Output
Frequency Response : 20-20kHz/+-0.3dB
Dynamic Range : 128dB
Signal to Noise Ratio : 127dB
Channel Crosstalk : - 132dB@ 10kHz
THD+N : <=0.0001% @1kHz
IMD: ≈0.001% @ -1dbfs
RCA Output Level : 2.5Vrms (VOLUME FIXED)
RCA Output Impedance : 100Ω
XLR Output Level : 5.1Vrms (VOLUME FIXED)
XLR Output Impedance : 100Ω
XLR Interface Definition : American Standard (1 ground, 2 hot, 3 cold)
Other parameters
AC Power Supply : AC115V/230V 50/60Hz;
Power Consumption : <25W.
Dimensions : W330mm* D260mm*H65mm (excluding protrusions)
Package Dimensions : L420*W360*H175mm
Weights With Package : 7KG
Manual Switch : 115V/220V


Other Details

Generic Name Digital Audio Converter
Country Of Origin China
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 X26III
Power cable
USB cable
Remote control
Warranty card

Manuals & Guides


User Manual - X26III

Desktop Streamer & Digital-To-Analogue Converter



2 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this GUSTARD - X26III comes with a 2 Year warranty from GUSTARD that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

Read more about GUSTARD's warranty in India.

Affordable Excellence in Audio: The Shenzhen Revelation

Headquartered in one of China's leading tech hubs – the city of Shenzhen – GUSTARD is a company with research and development at its core. Its goal is to provide music fans with high-performance audio products at affordable prices.

GUSTARD is one of those names that has had a strong pull in the audiophile world and are known for their desktop audio solutions, with a particular focus on headphones. Their line-up of products primarily includes headphone amplifiers, DACs, clocks, and recently integrated streaming devices.Gustard is one of the most secretive and mysterious audio equipment manufacturers out there. But GUSTARD sure knows what they are doing when it comes to digital audio. They are known for utilising high-quality components like toroidal transformers, embedding dual DAC chips in a dual-mono configuration and equipping a fully discrete class-A output stage in their gear.

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