Gustard X18 D/A converter with the state-of-the-art ESS ES9038PRO chip which handles SPDIF and I2S inputs at hardware level. It also handles 32bit/768kHz resolution and DSD512 formats using a dedicated XMOS XU216 chip. It supports Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity with AAC, SBC, LDAC, aptX, aptX LL, aptX HD audio codecs. The X18's CPLD programmable logic chip performs digital circuit control and timing with DoP demodulation, PCM/DSD de-pop switching and other exclusive technologies.
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