Review on 🎧 Gustard DAC-X16 MQA USB DAC: High-Resolution Audio Decoder with Bluetooth 5.0, DSD512, and PCM768kHz (Silver) by Rip Twin

I am using Novatron (Cocktail Audio) X35 which is a combination of ripper, streamer, NAS, DAC and amplifier. A long time ago I gave up using an amplifier to just use a streamer and DAC. The internal DAC is good, but it's an early-gen ESS Saber Pro single chip and I've always wondered if an external DAC would sound better. I finally pulled the X-16 trigger and the results exceeded my expectations. I output a number from the X35 via USB and it's not like the X-16 has a few hours, I find its ability to decode internal details on Tidal and Qobuz nothing short of amazing. The soundstage has a depth I've never experienced before and the mid-bass structure is palpable. In general, I am very satisfied and I also regret that I did not buy the X-26pro. A tip for everyone. The included USB cable is usable, but I saw a definite improvement by spending $50 on a shielded copper composition hi-fi cable from a reputable cable supplier. UMMMV