• Overview – The EMM Labs DA2 V3 DAC, the updated flagship reference digital-to-analog converter, uses proprietary 16xDSD discrete DAC architecture, delivering extreme transparency, ultra-low jitter and refined dynamics for audiophiles. 

• Digital Architecture – Built around EMM Labs’ discrete DAC modules and advanced clocking technology, the DA2 V3 offers remarkable resolution, phase integrity, and exceptionally low distortion across a wide range of source formats. 

• Analogue Output – The analogue stage is designed for neutrality and musical coherence, providing a rich yet controlled presentation that preserves dynamic realism and timbral accuracy in high-fidelity playback. 

• Specifications – Features proprietary dual differential DACs, high-isolation clocking, MDAT2™ signal processing, galvanic USB isolation, extensive format support including DSD and DXD, and robust analog outputs for balanced systems. 

• Dimensions – Compact reference-class chassis measuring approximately 438 mm (W) × 400 mm (D) × 161 mm (H), precisely machined with premium finishes to match top-tier audio components. 

• Weight – Significant mass for stable operation, weighing about 17.2 kg, reflecting substantial internal circuitry, shielding, and premium power supply design for sustained high performance. 

(Comes without Streamer Card)

•⁠  ⁠Product Overview – The EMM Lab DAC2X V2, released in 2018, is a reference solid-state digital-to-analogue converter engineered for extreme resolution, musical accuracy, and low-jitter performance in high-end digital playback systems.

•⁠  ⁠Discrete Conversion Architecture – Designed around EMM Labs’ proprietary MDAT2 signal processing and discrete DAC topology, the unit delivers exceptional timing precision, tonal realism, and transparency across PCM and native DSD sources.

•⁠  ⁠System Integration – The EMM Lab DAC2X V2 offers multiple digital inputs and fully balanced analogue outputs, enabling seamless integration with high-performance transports, streamers, and preamplifiers in reference-grade systems.

•⁠  ⁠Specifications – Supports PCM up to 384kHz, native DSD, balanced XLR and single-ended RCA outputs, ultra-low jitter clocking, and high signal-to-noise ratios exceeding 120 dB for uncompromised digital fidelity.

•⁠  ⁠Dimensions – Approx. 438 mm (W) × 102 mm (H) × 406 mm (D), designed to match EMM Labs reference components while allowing effective heat dissipation and mechanical stability.

•⁠  ⁠Weight – Around 12 kg, reflecting a robust power supply, precision-machined chassis, and extensive internal shielding for optimal noise control and long-term reliability.

• Flagship DAC Architecture – The Gustard X26 Pro DAC, launched in early 2021, uses dual ESS9038PRO chips in fully balanced configuration to deliver exceptional transparency, ultra-low distortion, and reference-grade digital processing for demanding systems.

• Advanced Clocking System – Featuring Accusilicon femtosecond clocks and independent power regulation, the X26 Pro achieves impressively low jitter, improving imaging precision, micro-detail retrieval, and overall spatial coherence in complex recordings.

• Versatile Connectivity – The Gustard X26 Pro DAC supports USB, I²S, AES/EBU, coaxial, and optical inputs, with PCM up to 768 kHz and DSD512, ensuring compatibility with high-resolution sources and modern streaming transports.

• Robust Analog Output Stage – Its fully discrete, fully balanced Class A output stage provides strong drive, natural tonality, and excellent dynamic range, making the X26 Pro suitable for both preamps and direct power-amp integration.

• Dimensions – Measures approximately 330 mm (W) × 260 mm (D) × 65 mm (H), offering a compact yet substantial chassis designed for vibration control and thermal stability.

• Weight – Weighs around 5.8 kg, with its heavy aluminum enclosure enhancing durability, shielding, and noise suppression for cleaner digital-to-analog conversion.