All-in-one network streamer, DAC and preamplifier

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

A separated-architecture DAC and an analogue preamp

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

Comprehensive connectivity and an 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 a crossover adjustable from 40 to 500 Hz. Inputs: XLR and RCA pre-ins, optical, coaxial, USB-B (Windows, Mac, Android, iOS), HDMI ARC/eARC for connecting a television, two USB 3.0 ports and a trigger in/out. Networking runs over Gigabit Ethernet, an SFP fibre port (module not included) or dual-band Wi-Fi 6, with Bluetooth 5.4 as a complement. The 8.6-inch touchscreen, running an all-new interface, displays artwork, VU meters and settings; control is also available 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 for casting music from a mobile device. An M.2 NVMe slot accepts up to 8 TB for 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 EQ, high-pass and low-pass filters, loudness, a dynamic-range compressor, left/right channel delay and Room Correction Pro to compensate for room acoustics. Processing applies to PCM up to 192 kHz; above that, and with DSD, the signal passes straight through 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 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) on XLR; <0.000086% (−121 dB) on 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 on XLR, 2.1 V on RCA
• Balanced preamp, analogue R-2R volume, up to 10 dB of analogue gain
• Dual femtosecond clocks with very low phase noise
• 8.6-inch LCD touchscreen, all-new user interface
• Outputs: balanced XLR, RCA (pre-out), AES/EBU (192 kHz/24-bit, DSD64 DoP), optical, coaxial, IIS, SUB with adjustable 40–500 Hz crossover
• 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 EQ, high-pass/low-pass filters, loudness, dynamic-range compressor, L/R channel delay, Room Correction Pro (PCM up to 192 kHz)
• 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 control
• Power: AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 30 W
• Weight: 5.25 kg (7.7 kg packed) — carton 49 × 38 × 22.5 cm
• Included: power cable, remote control, quick start guide