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Gustard U18 USB Audio Interface

Gustard U18 USB Audio Interface

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As far as digital audio interfaces go, your sound is only going to be as good as the components inside the device. And as far as components go, the Gustard U18 is one interface that checks all the boxes Read More

Impeccably Pristine Audio Performance

As far as digital audio interfaces go, your sound is only going to be as good as the components inside the device. And as far as components go, the Gustard U18 is one interface that checks all the boxes. Running the whole show is the XMOS XU216 16-core processor that’s capable of delivering both Native DSD512 and up to 768 kilohertz, 32-bit audio resolution for all of your high-fidelity needs. The U18 also employs a 200 megabit-per-second isolator that fully grounds the unit and eliminates any possible interference from your PC source device. You’ll also find Gustard’s K2, second-generation clock synthesizer paired with an impressive duo of ACCU silicon AS336 crystal oscillators for truly rock-solid, jitter-free clocking and recreation. All of these next-level components are loaded into a sleek, futuristic-looking chassis that exudes class, style, and high-end quality.

Gustard U18 USB Audio Interface
Gustard U18 USB Audio Interface
Gustard U18 USB Audio Interface

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General

  • Gustard
  • Processor: XMOS XU216
  • K2 clock synthesizer
  • Dual ACCU AS338 crystal oscillators
  • DSD512 support
  • Power consumption: <10W
  • Dimensions: 8.7 x 2 x 6.7 in (22 x 5 x 17 cm)
  • Weight: 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)

Inputs

  • USB-B
  • Impedance: 50 ohms

Coaxial Output

  • Impedance: 75 ohms
  • Resolution: Up to 384 kHz, 24-bit
  • DoP 64 – 128

AES XLR Output

  • Impedance: 110 ohms
  • Resolution: Up to 384 kHz, 24-bit
  • DoP 64 – 128

Optical Toslink Output

  • Resolution: Up to 192 kHz, 24-bit
  • DoP 64

World Clock

  • Impedance: 75 ohms
  • Resolution: Up to 768 kHz, 24-bit
  • DSD

IIS over HDMI 

  • LVDS capable
  • Resolution: Up to 768 kHz, 32-bit
  • DSD64 – DSD512

Shipping

Estimated ship date is Jan 26, 2024 PT.

Payment will be collected at checkout. After this product run ends, orders will be submitted to the vendor up front, making all orders final.

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With a USB input and multiple digital outputs I assume this is some kind of fancy USB de-crappifier and format converter. Am I correct?
Nov 11, 2023
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P-_-D
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Yes, same idea as old Schiit Eitr, but with far more output types & DSD. I'd get this U18 if it throughput 6-channel DSD, not sure if it does, it's probably just 2-channel.Read More
Nov 13, 2023
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Can it output a 6-channel DSD-64 signal, or only 2-channel?
Nov 13, 2023
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Peter28
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Only 2-channelRead More
Nov 14, 2023
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