X30 vs Calyx Femto
The Femto's signal-to-noise is 130 dB against the X30's 129 dB, its output voltage 2.0V RMS against 5.1V RMS, and its weight 18.5 kg (41 lbs) against 10 kg (22 lbs). Both share thd (0.000%).
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The GUSTARD X30 is a top-tier digital-to-analog converter (DAC) and network streamer featuring four ESS Sabre ES9039SPRO DAC chips in mono configuration for balanced output. It includes a built-in ROON endpoint, AirPlay, UPnP, and NAA support, with a Linux-based streaming system optimized for low latency. The analog stage uses discrete Class A components and R2R relay volume control, while dual toroidal transformers ensure clean power delivery. Technical highlights include >130dB dynamic range, <0.0001% THD+N, and a 10MHz external clock input.
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The Femto's signal-to-noise is 130 dB against the X30's 129 dB, its output voltage 2.0V RMS against 5.1V RMS, and its weight 18.5 kg (41 lbs) against 10 kg (22 lbs). Both share thd (0.000%).
The Venus II's signal-to-noise is 120 dB against the X30's 129 dB, its thd 0.002% against 0.000%, its output voltage 4.0V RMS against 5.1V RMS, and its weight 8.5 kg (19 lbs) against 10 kg (22 lbs).
The Evolution DAC-2's signal-to-noise is 110 dB against the X30's 129 dB, its thd 0.001% against 0.000%, its output voltage 4.0V RMS against 5.1V RMS, and its weight 5.2 kg (11 lbs) against 10 kg (22 lbs).
The XDA-3's signal-to-noise is 110 dB against the X30's 129 dB, its thd 0.001% against 0.000%, its output voltage 4.0V RMS against 5.1V RMS, and its weight 3.8 kg (8 lbs) against 10 kg (22 lbs).
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