[Alcophone]

Has anyone seen comparisons with the Topping DX7/DX7s?

 

[m usicguy]

Anybody have more to say about their x22? Is there a turning point with the dac, with say like 400 hours on it?

I'm very interested in this dac.

m usicguy

 

[m usicguy]

bueller bueller bueller

 

[DBB1]

I came across a comparison of the X22 with the LKS DA004 in connection for a for sale ad here. I would love to hear an in depth review, but it appears they are very similar.

The seller says: the reason I'm selling this nice dac (x22) is that I'm moving to another apartment, and I already have the LKS DA004. DA004 has better sound stage while X22 has great sound texture and weight and thus perfect with vocal.

I would happily keep both DACs if not for clearing up space and moving

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/fs-gustard-x22-silver.881327/

 

[m usicguy]

Phase invert for rca and xls out put.

What is the default setting. I think i might of changed mine by accident. Disable or Enable?

M usicguy

 

[shultzee]

New X22 user here. Love it so far. Is anyone using a Eitr with this or any of the Gustard Dacs and are they hearing a difference?

Thx

 

[allhifi]

Has anyone posted anywhere comparing the sound of the x22 with the lks? I am very curious if the x22 is as good. I have not found detailed reviews which compare the x22 to other high quality dacs. I have been very happy with the Gustard x20 pro. Not sure if an upgrade to the lks or the x22 would be significant.

RE: " ..I have been very happy with the Gustard x20 pro".

As I am. A fantastic DAC. Build quality is top notch -the solid top-plate is 907 grams (weight). Interior design/layout is equally impressive. Amazing performance/value.

pj

 

[allhifi]

New X22 user here. Love it so far. Is anyone using a Eitr with this or any of the Gustard Dacs and are they hearing a difference?

Thx

As you should ! For the X-20PRO is excellent. It appears the design team/guy knows a few things; I can't imagine X-22 being nothing but superior.

Enjoy,

pj

 

[allhifi]

Hi Zonka, I use Brickwall and Auto

And I also 'Brickwall', but Normal (Clk).

pj

 

[allhifi]

Hi. I´m the happy owner of the X-22 from about 2 weeks.
Although there is a lot of work to do trying cables, configuration options, etc., i have to say that it is a fantastic dac that I enjoy more every day. It is also very attractive and seems well built. In short, very happy with my purchase.
Greetings from Spain.

Enrique: I'm thrilled that you are enjoying the X-22 !

Keep us posted as time (and experience/experimentation) unfolds. I don't believe you could have chosen a better DAC than the X-22 -anywhere near its price point.

pj

 

[allhifi]

My previous dac was Marantz HD DAC-1. To my ears, it sounded well, although it had a little "rolled off" treble, and the sound was a little "boring". Comparatively, The X22 has a very "alive" sound, more to my liking.
I also had the chance to listen the Rega DAC-R in my system recently, and it sounded good, although I like the Gustard more

Fantastic descriptor: " The X22 has a very "alive" sound, ...". Nice !

pj

 

[allhifi]

You set the X22 vol to 100%. using the X22 as a preamp and going to a preamp, I liked the SQ better going to my preamp and setting the volume of the dac to 100%.

Agreed.

pj

 

[allhifi]

But SQ may suffer. First, you may think it sounds better but when you listen longer and switch back you will notice lack of details when upsampling.

I was using it for months and then I realized it is not the best way. I don't know is it JRiver algorithms or what?..

But as always, depends on the system. You may not notice any difference even.

Great point. Up-sampling can be a tricky proposition (regarding SQ).

pj

 

[allhifi]

RE: " More serious designed than the previous models, although still no WCK ports."

Good call on the WCK port. Although in all fairness, neither the X-20PRO (or X-22) and its respective price points (+/- $200) at $1K US such an option may be not warranted.
Should the chaps responsible for the impressive X-20PRO (I haven't heard the X-22) offer up another (more sophisticated) model, perhaps a WCLK feature may be added.
With that said, the use of i2S (on both X-20/22) may be all that is required.

pj

 

[allhifi]

Wow. Great to know. My brother (argghh) has the X-20PRO, not I. As I just began streaming or the need for an external DAC, I did begin (and remain) with the Schiit Modi-2 Uber.

Can anyone tell me what "I'm missing" (lol) ? Should/will the Gustard X-20PRO DAC blow it out-of-the-water?

pj
P.S. Note to self; xmas gift to self is OK.

Wow. Great to know. My brother (argghh) has the X-20PRO, not I. As I just began streaming or the need for an external DAC, I did begin (and remain) with the Schiit Modi-2 Uber.

Can anyone tell me what "I'm missing" (lol) ? Should/will the Gustard X-20PRO DAC blow it out-of-the-water?

pj
P.S. Note to self; xmas gift to self is OK.

Note to self: X-20PRO blows the Modi-2 Uber (toy) out of the room. I think I see some left-over Schiit parts scattered around the listening room.

pj