All-in-one network player, DAC and preamp

The Eversolo DMP-A8 Gen 2 combines a high-resolution audio streamer, an AKM DAC with split architecture and a balanced preamp with R-2R analogue volume control in a single chassis. Enough to drive a complete hi-fi system — power amplifier or active speakers — with no other digital link. This second generation introduces Eversolo's in-house AuralEngine audio processor, replacing the XMOS of the previous version.

A split-architecture DAC and an analogue preamp

Conversion is based on the AKM AK4191EQ (modulator and digital processing) and AK4499EX (analogue stage) pair, an architecture that isolates the digital circuits from the analogue section to lower the noise floor. The result shows in the measurements: THD+N below 0.00008% and dynamic range above 129 dB via XLR, crosstalk beyond 133 dB. The DMP-A8 Gen 2 accepts PCM up to 768 kHz/32-bit and native DSD512, and relies on a dual femtosecond clock with very low phase noise. Volume is controlled by an analogue R-2R resistor network, with up to 10 dB of gain — the signal stays in the analogue domain, with no loss of resolution at low levels.

Comprehensive connectivity and 8.6-inch touchscreen

Outputs: balanced XLR (4.2 V) and RCA (2.1 V) pre-outs, AES/EBU, optical, coaxial, IIS, plus a dedicated SUB output with crossover adjustable from 40 to 500 Hz. Inputs: XLR and RCA pre-ins, optical, coaxial, USB-B (Windows, Mac, Android, iOS), HDMI ARC/eARC to connect a TV, two USB 3.0 ports and trigger in/out. Networking is via Gigabit Ethernet, an SFP fibre port (module not included) or dual-band Wi-Fi 6, with Bluetooth 5.4 as well. The 8.6-inch touchscreen, with a new interface, displays album art, VU meters and settings; control is also possible from the Eversolo app (Android, iPhone, iPad, TV) or the supplied remote.

Streaming, local storage and DSP

TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect Lossless, Amazon Music, Apple Music, Deezer, HIGHRESAUDIO, IDAGIO, Presto Music, Calm Radio, TuneIn, SoundCloud and internet radio are built in, with TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, DLNA and AirPlay to send music from a mobile device. An M.2 NVMe bay accepts up to 8 TB to host a local library, backed by 8 GB of DDR5 and 64 GB of eMMC on a 64-bit octa-core processor. The DSP section offers a full parametric equaliser, high-pass/low-pass filters, loudness, dynamic compressor, left/right channel delay and Room Correction Pro to correct room acoustics. This correction relies on a microphone measurement: the Eversolo EM-01 calibration microphone, individually calibrated and sold separately, is the accessory designed for this. Processing applies to PCM up to 192 kHz; above that, and in DSD, the signal goes straight to the DAC.

Note: CD playback is reserved for the Master Edition and is not available on this model.

Technical specifications

• Type: all-in-one network player / streamer + DAC + balanced preamplifier
• DAC: AKM AK4191EQ (modulator) + AK4499EX (analogue conversion)
• Audio processor: Eversolo AuralEngine (proprietary multi-core architecture)
• Main processor: 64-bit octa-core — 8 GB DDR5, 64 GB eMMC, M.2 NVMe slot up to 8 TB
• Maximum resolution: PCM 768 kHz/32-bit, native DSD512
• THD+N: <0.00008% (−121 dB) via XLR; <0.000086% (−121 dB) via RCA
• Dynamic range / SNR: >129 dB XLR, >127 dB RCA
• Crosstalk: >133 dB XLR, >131 dB RCA
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.25 dB)
• Output level: 4.2 V via XLR, 2.1 V via RCA
• Balanced preamp, R-2R analogue volume, up to 10 dB of analogue gain
• Dual femtosecond clock with very low phase noise
• 8.6-inch LCD touchscreen, new user interface
• Outputs: balanced XLR, RCA (pre-out), AES/EBU (192 kHz/24-bit, DSD64 DoP), optical, coaxial, IIS, SUB with adjustable crossover 40–500 Hz
• Inputs: XLR, RCA (pre-in), optical, coaxial, USB-B (Windows 10/11, Mac, Android, iOS), HDMI ARC/eARC (PCM up to 192 kHz/24-bit), 2 × USB 3.0, trigger in/out
• Network: Gigabit Ethernet, SFP fibre port (module not included), dual-band 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi 6
• Bluetooth: 5.4, Qualcomm QCC3095 receiver (SBC/AAC)
• DSP: parametric PEQ, high-pass/low-pass filters, loudness, dynamic compressor, L/R channel delay, Room Correction Pro (PCM up to 192 kHz, measured with the EM-01 microphone sold separately)
• Services: TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect Lossless, Amazon Music, Apple Music, Deezer, HIGHRESAUDIO, IDAGIO, Calm Radio, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Presto Music, internet radio; TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, DLNA, AirPlay
• Control: touchscreen, Eversolo app (Android, iPhone, iPad, TV), remote
• Power: AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 30 W
• Weight: 5.25 kg (7.7 kg packed) — box 49 × 38 × 22.5 cm
• Supplied: power cable, remote, quick start guide