Gustard X30 DAC

The reviewer says that the X-26 mkIII is 75% of the performance of the X-30.  I'm good with the X-30 if it's that much better. 

I believe he said 85%.  Nevertheless, I always take whatever the reviewer or anyone says with a grain of salt.  But, bet. the reviewer and an audiogoner who have never heard X26 III, I am leaning toward what the reviewer recommends.   

I watched again. He did say 85%. Question is, what is his 15% worth? Idfk. Lol.

I’m going to be happy with what I have. I just ordered a new audio cabinet, so I have something else to focus on. :)

@sls883 You are definitely getting noticeable sonic improvements, as described, for that additional $1k. You believe (same here) those sound quality improvements will manifest in your system, and that’s what truly matters. For me, with these two time mediocre experience with the chi acclaimed hi-fi products, i.e., A6 and R26, I will stay away from them for a while. The low-end products are amazing though at their price point.

You haven't heard the X-30 which is the topic of this post.

You might research where some of your gear is made.