Eversolo DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2
Streamer, network player, DAC and preamplifier
This second generation comes with HDMI ARC, trigger output, linear power supply and a customizable multi-colored LED ring around the volume control. The A6 Master Edition Gen 2 also comes in an exclusive silver finish.
The Eversolo DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2 combines all your streaming sources in one single device, with user-friendly operation and a large, beautiful touch screen. The Master Edition is for the audiophile, who wants the best possible rendition of their digital audio sources. Does not come with a remote control. This can be purchased separately.
Highlights of the Eversolo DMP-A6 Master Edition
- Femto clocks for reduced jitter
- SoundPlus OPA1612 op-amps
- Wide support for streaming services
- Roon Ready
- 6" touch-screen
- High-quality ESS Sabre DACs
The All-in-one Streaming Solution
If you are looking for one device that can handle everything in terms of playback from digital sources, then the Eversolo DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2 could very well be a contender. You get a complete solution that offers countless features and streaming options. Of online music services, you will find, among others, Tidal, Qobuz, Highresaudio and Amazon Music, all of which provide access to a huge selection of albums, artists and playlists* Operation is done via the 6” large and colorful touch screen, which offers information on everything from artists to albums, sound quality etc. It is also possible to control playback via the free Eversolo Control app, which is available for both iOS and Android devices.
*Streaming services require subscription
But the Eversolo DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2 is not just for someone who uses online music services. It is also ready to play music that is stored locally. If you have music on your smart device or computer, you can stream wirelessly to the DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2. This can be done via Apple AirPlay or via Bluetooth, which is supported in both AAC, aptX HD as well as LDAC quality.
Eversolo DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2 also plays music from local network drives and the optional built-in NVME disc
The device is also DLNA compatible, so you can connect to a DLNA server on your own network. Here you can store your music collection that you have bought, or perhaps copied from your CDs, and play them on the Eversolo DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2. If you have invested in a Roon server, you can also use the DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2 as a Roon endpoint, with the advantages that brings. Another option for playing your local music collection is via a built-in NVME SSD disk. It is not included when you buy the Eversolo DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2, but it can be easily built in, and it allows for quick and easy access to your music collection, without the need to set up a network hard drive. The player supports a multitude of file formats, including MQA, DSD and high-resolution PCM. If you want to transfer the CD collection to the built-in SSD drive - and you have not already copied them to your computer - you can do so directly via the Eversolo, as it is possible to connect an optical drive via the USB input on the rear.
Android operating system, customized for audio
The Eversolo DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2 is based on a custom Android operating system optimized for sound. Eversolo itself has developed the software they call EOS (Eversolo Original Sampling-rate Engine), which ensures that the sound is processed and processed in the original quality, with support for high resolution from the streaming services that offer this. The main attraction of this streamer, however, must be the 6" large touch screen, which, in addition to information about the music being played, can also display different types of VU meters.
Versatile connectivity
The DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2 can be connected to external Hi-Fi devices in several ways. If you have a high-quality external DAC, you can get the digital signal out of the DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2 via optical TosLink, coaxial S/PDIF, USB or even HDMI. If you want to connect directly to an amplifier or a set of active speakers, you can do so via the analog XLR or RCA output. The analog outputs can be set as preamplifier outputs, so you can use the DMP-A6 Master Edition as a preamplifier directly in a power stage. The digital-to-analog conversion is handled by 2 pieces of ESS ES9038Q2M DAC chips, which have hardware support for MQA, DSD and PCM up to 768kHz/32-bit.
| Measurements | 27 x 9 x 18.7 cm |
| Weight (net) | N/A |
| Digital input(s) | Yes |
| Input, optical (TosLink) | 1 |
| Input, coaxial (S/Pdif) | 1 |
| Input, USB | 1 |
| Input, network (RJ45) | Yes |
| Input, HDMI | 1 |
| Output, optical (TosLink) | 1 |
| Output, coaxial (S/Pdif) | 1 |
| Output, Stereo RCA | 1 |
| Output, Stereo XLR | 1 |
| Output, Headphone | No |
| Output, HDMI | 1 |
| Pre-out (stereo) | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wired network | Yes |
| Network features | AirPlay, Bluetooth, Bluetooth AAC, Bluetooth aptX, Bluetooth aptX HD, Bluetooth LDAC, DLNA |
| Supported streaming services | Amazon Music Unlimited, HighResAudio, Apple Music, Deezer, Qobuz, Spotify, Tidal |
| App Control | Yes, iOS & Android |
| Audio decoding | DSD64 / 2.8 MHz, DSD128 / 5.6 MHz, DSD256 / 11.2 MHz, DSD512 / 22.5 MHz, DXD, FLAC, MQA decoder |
| Supported sample rates, kHz | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352, 384, 768 |
| Supported bit depth | 16 bit, 24 bit, 32 bit |
| Audio chipset | ESS Sabre 9038Q2M |
| Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| Tuner | Internet radio |
| Touch control | Yes |
| In the box | Power cable, Users guide |
| Other included accessories | USB cable, screwdriver |
| Power consumption when standby | 13 watts |
| Power consumption | N/A |