Eversolo DMP-A6 Gen 2
Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
88/100
Build Quality
89/100
Features Usability
94/100
Value for Money
94/100
The DMP-A6 Gen 2 makes digital listening feel immediate: clear, punchy sound, convincing instrumental space and a remarkably slick control experience. Its responsive 6-inch touchscreen, broad streaming support, balanced outputs and expandable local storage create a polished all-in-one hub. What Hi-Fi? especially praised its interface, while Audiophile Style found the presentation smooth, detailed and emotionally engaging.
Pros
Clear, taut and punchy presentation with strong detail retrieval, precise note edges and good space around instruments.
Exceptionally responsive touchscreen and intuitive app make its extensive functions unusually easy to access.
Extensive connectivity, streaming integration, preamp capability and internal NVMe storage support deliver outstanding system flexibility.
Substantial aluminium build and high-resolution display feel premium for the price.
Cons
Rhythmic agility, tonal nuance and dynamic expression fall short of the strongest class rivals.
Forward treble can sound slightly glassy and become fatiguing in some systems or with long, loud listening sessions.
One reviewer reported limited manufacturer support and some confusing control or documentation issues.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 88/100
Reviewers find the DMP-A6 engaging, clean and impressively well organised, with a particularly strong blend of clarity, punch and spatial order. Its presentation is more upfront and analytical than lavishly warm, and a couple of reviewers identify timing finesse and a slight glassy edge as areas where higher-end alternatives can improve.
Tonal Balance Musicality
89/100
Future Audiophile heard a linear, whole-range balance without exaggerated frequency bumps, describing voices as smooth, detailed and naturally textured. Audiophile Style found the sound silky smooth, emotionally involving and free of fatigue, while Pursuit Perfect System noted good bass impact and vocal tone; however, it also heard occasional zinginess or glassiness and a somewhat exuberant character.
Resolution Detail
88/100
Fine detail is a recurring strength: Pursuit Perfect System singled out small treble details that remained balanced within the whole presentation. What Hi-Fi? heard precise note edges, good instrumental separation and decent detail retrieval, while Future Audiophile praised crispness, clarity and broad staging. What Hi-Fi? felt that rhythmic agility and timing could be more refined.
Digital Performance
86/100
The dual-ESS DAC implementation supports high-resolution PCM, native DSD and MQA, and Future Audiophile found the resulting playback clear, balanced and capable across sources. Reviewers report no obvious digital roughness or instability in use, though there is limited direct discussion of clocking, jitter behaviour or noise-floor performance.
FEATURES USABILITY PERFORMANCE 94/100
This is an unusually flexible network player with a notably polished touchscreen experience and wide-ranging system integration. Its generous connection provision, storage expansion and software ecosystem make it suitable as a streamer, DAC, digital hub or compact preamp in many systems.
Streaming Software
93/100
Audiophile Style calls the interface wonderful, responsive and logical, with clear presentation of a music collection and access to nearly every function. The reviewer successfully used SMB, UPnP, Roon Ready operation, sideloaded apps and a range of services, while Future Audiophile praises the iOS and Android control app and confirms SRC-bypass operation for Apple Music. The breadth of options can feel overwhelming to a newcomer.
Features Connectivity
96/100
Reviewers repeatedly describe the DMP-A6 as exceptionally well equipped. It offers balanced and single-ended outputs, digital inputs and outputs, Bluetooth, Roon, network protocols, streaming-service integration, variable-output preamp use and straightforward NVMe storage installation. What Hi-Fi? calls it among the most feature-packed streamers it has encountered, and Pursuit Perfect System says its connection options should cover most users' needs.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
89/100
The aluminium enclosure receives consistently positive comments. Future Audiophile calls the construction impressive beyond its $859 price, Pursuit Perfect System praises the substantial casework and clear high-resolution display, and What Hi-Fi? describes it as a well-made compact design. Long-term reliability and internal component durability are not discussed in depth.
Value for Money
94/100
At roughly $859, Future Audiophile calls the DMP-A6 a killer value proposition and an all-out assault on established rivals, particularly given its interface, flexibility and preamp capability. Pursuit Perfect System found £759 highly impressive for the visible build and feature provision. The sound is not presented as class-leading in every respect, but reviewers consistently see the package as unusually compelling against similarly priced streamers.
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Specifications
- Model
- EVERSOLO DMP-A6 Gen 2
- Display
- 6-inch LCD Touchscreen
- Internal Memory
- 4GDDR4 +32G eMMC
- DAC
- ES 9038Q2M*2
- Op-amp Chip
- OPA1642
- Power Supply
- Low Noise, High-Quality Linear Power Supply
- Built-in SSD Slot
- M.2 NVME 3.0 2280 Interface Protocol, Supports up to 8TB
- USB-A Ports
- USB3.0*2
- Ethernet
- RJ-45 (10/100/1000Mbps)
- Wireless Network
- WiFi 2.4G+5G Dual-Band
- Music Playback and DAC Decoding
- Supports up to Stereo DSD512, PCM 768KHz 32Bit, MQA Format
- Music Services
- TIDAL, Qobuz, HIGHRESAUDIO, Amazon Music, IDAGIO, Calm Radio, Internet Radio, TuneIn, Radio Paradise, Deezer, SoundCloud, Presto Music, Apple Music*...
- Network Protocol
- WebDAV, UPnP, NFS, SMB, Onedrive, Drop box, emby, Plex...
- Streaming
- Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, DLNA, TIDAL Connect...
- Control Methods
- Mobile App Control, Touchscreen Control, Tablet App Control,TRIGGER OUT,WOL
- Bluetooth Audio Input
- Bluetooth BT5.0, Supports SBC/AAC
- USB-B Audio Input
- USB Audio Compatibility: Windows (10, 11), Mac, Android, iOS\nSupports up to Stereo DSD512, PCM 768KHz 32Bit, MQA Format
- Optical/Coaxial Audio Input
- Supports up to Stereo PCM 192KHz 24Bit, Dop64, MQA Format
- HDMI ARC Input
- Supports up to Stereo PCM 192KHz/24Bit
- USB Audio Output
- Supports up to Stereo DSD512 Native, PCM 768KHz 32Bit, MQA Format
- HDMI Audio Output
- DSD64 Native multichannel/PCM 192KHz multichannel raw output,up to 5.1
- Optical/Coaxial Audio Output
- Supports up to Stereo PCM 192KHz 24Bit, Dop64, MQA Format
- Analog Audio Output
- Pre-output: XLR (Balanced) + RCA(UnBalanced)
- XLR Output Audio Characteristics
- Output Level: 5.2V\nFrequency Response: 20Hz~20KHz (±0.15dB)\nDynamic Range: >128dB\nSNR: >128dB @A-wt\nTHD+N: <0.00009% (-120dB) \nCrosstalk: >-125dB
- RCA Output Audio Characteristics
- Output Level: 2.6V\nFrequency Response: 20Hz~20KHz (±0.2dB)\nDynamic Range: >124dB\nSNR: >124dB @A-wt\nTHD+N: <0.00011% (-119dB) \nCrosstalk: >-124dB
- PSU
- AC 110~240V 50/60Hz Max 0.35A
- Rated Power
- 13W
- Dimensions
- L 187mm * W 270mm * H 90mm
- Packing List
- Power Cable*1, USB Data Cable*1, Trigger Cable*1, User Manual*1
Manufacturer's Description — Eversolo
Full-Aluminum Build
The unit is constructed from integrated aerospace-grade aluminum, processed with precise CNC techniques. The sturdy yet elegant aluminum appearance enhances durability while effectively shielding external interference, ensuring pure audio signal transmission. The refined matte texture adds a touch of luxury, transforming every interaction into an exquisite sensory experience.
Ultra-Low Noise Audio Linear Power Supply
The newly upgraded linear power supply operates with a noise level below 40uV, delivering a cleaner and more stable power source for the audio circuit.
Fully Balanced Circuit Architecture
The fully balanced design from decoding to output, paired with XLR balanced and RCA unbalanced interfaces, delivers lower distortion and a greater dynamic range. Whether connecting power amplifiers or an active speaker, the DMP-A6 Gen 2 ensures more detailed and accurate sound expression.
Dual ES9038Q2M High-Fidelity DAC Chips
Two high-performance DAC chips independently process the left and right channels, providing amazing dynamic range and detailed resolution. Even complex symphonies are clearly rendered, faithfully reproducing the soundstage and atmosphere of the live recording.
Low-Jitter Dual Clock Synchronization Management
High-precision clock oscillators, combined with optimized algorithms, minimize jitter to the lowest levels, ensuring stability and purity of audio performance.
Eversolo Self-Developed EOS Audio Engine
The innovative audio processing engine bypasses SRC limitations, providing original high-fidelity sound quality. Whether playing local music or streaming from third-party apps (like Apple Music), it ensures the best resolution playback.
EVC Output Engine
The EVC engine uses a unique volume adjustment algorithm to precisely eliminate errors at different gain levels, ensuring that while adjusting the volume, the signal shape remains unchanged, thus providing the back-end DAC with more complete audio signal.
Supports Various Master Formats
The DMP-A6 Gen 2 supports a wide range of high-fidelity music formats, including DSD, MQA, FLAC, APE, and WAV, meeting the diverse needs of hi-res audio enthusiasts. From classical to electronic, you can always experience music that’s as pure as the original master recording.
Create Your Personalized Music Library
The DMP-A6 Gen 2 not only boasts powerful playback and decoding capabilities but also supports cross-platform addition of music files from local drives or network storage. It automatically categorizes and displays information such as artists, composers, albums, genre, sample rate and so on, while also supporting functions like quick searches, creating a dedicated music library just for you(music files need to contain ID3 metadata).
Rich Streaming Music Services
With deep system integration, easily access Eversolo's customized TIDAL, Qobuz, Highresaudio, Presto Music, Radio Paradise, and other mainstream streaming services. Satisfy all your musical exploration needs and manage your library effortlessly. Support for numerous third party APPs, high resolution audio Direct output using the original EOS engine.
Cross-service Hybrid Play Queues and Playlists
With multiple integrated music services, you can easily customize your own cross-service hybrid playlists and queues. Whether it’s cherished tracks from different platforms or a blend of various music styles, the DMP-A6 Gen 2 can smoothly integrate them all.
There's More
A Wealth of Third-party Apps
Install as Needed
Supports Hi-Res Direct Output
Music Streaming
Seamlessly supports Roon Ready, TIDAL Connect, and Spotify Connect Lossless, integrating your digital music ecosystem and optimizing streaming experience. With just a tap on the screen or through a mobile app, you can easily switch devices and immerse yourself in music anytime.
Global Music Collection
The cross-platform global music collection integrates favorites from various online music platforms. Through smart categorization and search, finding your favorite tracks has never been easier.
10-Band EQ with Pro-Level Customization
Featuring a professional equalizer, users can tailor the settings and parameters to their personal preferences. It offers precise EQ gain adjustments and fine-tuned volume balancing for the left and right channels.
Built-in SMB Sharing Service
Easily share local files across devices in your local network without extra setup, enjoying convenient music sharing.
4GB DDR Memory + 32GB eMMC Storage
Large memory ensures stable multitasking, while 32GB of internal storage is perfect for holding high-quality audio files and system resources.
Supports M.2 NVMe SSD
The SSD slot on the bottom supports up to 8TB SSD, allowing you to expand your music library. High-speed interfaces ensure instant loading and playback, everything is smooth and stable.
Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A55 Processor
The powerful quad-core processor provides strong performance support, making decoding, operation, and multitasking smooth. Whether loading large files or processing high-spec audio streams, it handles them all effortlessly.
HDMI ARC
HDMI ARC allows direct transmission of TV audio to the DMP-A6 Gen 2.
HDMI Multi-Channel Output
Supports DSD Native and up to 5.1 channel output, combining music and home theater for a thrilling surround sound experience.
Bluetooth 5.0 Module
With the Qualcomm QCC5125 chip, it offers low latency, high-quality transmission, and supports SBC and AAC codecs, ensuring perfect connectivity between your mobile device and player.
Compatible with Multiple Protocols
Supports NFS, SMB, WebDAV, and UPnP protocols, making it easy to extract music from home storage devices or personal computers with simple and intuitive operations.
Supports External USB CD-Rom
Revive your CD collection with support for both playback and ripping, easily digitizing and preserving traditional CD albums.
Seamless Integration
Supports HDMI ARC and TRIGGER function. HDMI ARC allows direct transmission of TV audio to the DMP-A6 Gen 2, reducing cable connections. TRIGGER enables devices to interact with each other, automatically powering on and off. Perfect for home theater systems, offering a simple and efficient audio solution.
Added WOL (Wake-on-LAN) Feature
The DMP-A6 Gen 2 introduces the WOL (Wake-on-LAN) feature, allowing you to wake up the device via the app without manual intervention. This feature makes your music accessible anytime and anywhere, enhancing the convenience of your Hi-Fi experience.
*Requires a wired network connection.
Smart Control
Everything at Your Fingertips
Eversolo control
Easily control via smartphone or tablet, managing your music library, adjusting settings, or selecting playback devices, offering a more personalized and user-friendly music experience.
The product images, videos, and screen content on the above pages are for illustrative purposes only. The actual product appearance and screen display content (including but not limited to background, UI, illustrations, and videos) may vary slightly. Please refer to the actual product. The data on the above pages are theoretical values, obtained from Eversolo Labs under specific testing conditions. Actual usage may vary slightly due to individual product differences, software versions, usage conditions, and environmental factors. Please refer to actual usage.
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