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With balanced and single‑ended outputs, a robust aluminum chassis, and support for external clocking, the R26 brings precision and character to your listening setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscrete R2R Ladder Converter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eCrafted with a discrete resistor ladder (R2R) architecture, the R26 preserves the delicate detail and tonal nuance of musical recordings. Unlike delta-sigma DACs, this design ensures each digital step translates directly into voltage with minimal interpolation, offering clear and organic sound reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Resolution Playback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eConnect through USB, Coax, AES, or Optical inputs to enjoy PCM playback up to 768 kHz and native DSD up to DSD512. Even higher rates—like DSD1024—are supported via IIS. The R26 makes it easy to appreciate finely recorded classical or audiophile-grade tracks without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Streaming \u0026amp; Bluetooth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBuilt-in XMOS and XU216 chips power network streaming (LAN-ready) and Bluetooth decoding. Stream from your favorite services, local NAS, or mobile device and seamlessly enjoy hi-res playback—all without needing external converters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eAccurate Clocking \u0026amp; Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFeaturing a 10 MHz clock input via BNC, the R26 supports both square wave (0.2–3.3 V) and sine (0.5–3.3 V) signals. Locking into an external master clock reduces jitter for tighter sound staging and imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced \u0026amp; Single-Ended Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eEquip stereo rigs with clarity using both fixed-level XLR (5 Vrms) and RCA (2.5 Vrms) outputs. 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