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Offered is „R26“ by Gustard as second-hand device from the category „D/A Converter“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 8044900258 ends on 30.10.2026 at 22:35 o'clock.
At €990, this sits a bit above the €879 median but still inside the normal used range for this model, which tops out around €1,005 at the 75th percentile. It’s not a bargain-bin find, but it also isn’t an ambitious ask for a well-kept unit; this reads as a fair buy if the condition is genuinely good and the seller can show clean operation.
The appeal here is the R26’s reputation as a respected R2R DAC with a big, dense, analog-leaning presentation that many listeners prefer over more clinical delta-sigma options. If it’s complete, from a careful owner, and includes the original power supply and remote, that strengthens the case further; at this price, a clean example is worth serious attention rather than skepticism.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Gustard is a Chinese hi-fi brand headquartered in Shenzhen, a hub for technology innovation, where it specializes in research and development of digital audio components. Emerging from Shenzhen Geshide Dianzi Electronics, the company has carved a niche without a prominent founding year or notable individual founder highlighted in public records, focusing instead on engineering-driven designs since its inception in the digital audio boom.
The brand excels in DACs (digital-to-analog converters) and headphone amplifiers, offering models like the delta-sigma X30, A26, and A18 series alongside R2R ladder designs such as the R26 and R30. These incorporate premium chips like ESS ES9039SPRO in quad-mono setups and AKM AK4499EX, supporting high-resolution audio, streaming, and clock synchronization for precise playback. While not venturing into speakers, turntables, or cables, Gustard emphasizes measurable transparency in frequency response, crosstalk, THD+N, and SNR.
Positioned as a mid-to-high-end contender, Gustard delivers rational, science-backed performance that rivals pricier competitors, appealing to discerning buyers seeking value in transparent sound. Reviews praise its spectacular results and R2R appeal for audiophiles, though some note room for pricing refinement against delta-sigma peers. It holds strong favor among enthusiasts for accessible excellence from China.
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