EVERSOLO DMP-A8

The Eversolo DMP-A8 is a cutting-edge music streamer with an ES9038Pro DAC, dual femtosecond clock, linear power supply, integrated preamplifier, and an advanced operating system. Maximum audio performance in a refined and functional design.

Description

Eversolo DMP-A8 – All-in-one digital sound excellence

From first glance, the Eversolo DMP-A8 is captivating: it encompasses all the essential components of an advanced audio system—streamer, portable DAP, high-precision digital-to-analog converter, and analog preamplifier—in a compact body constructed from CNC-machined aircraft-grade aluminum with a brushed finish. This material provides a solid build, efficient electromagnetic shielding, and a contemporary aesthetic.

The digital soul of the system is driven by the EOS (Eversolo Original Sampling-rate audio engine), developed in-house. This software core allows for direct digital signal pass-through, without altering the sampling rate—even for Android-based apps like Apple Music. The result is absolute fidelity: any file or service is reproduced without compromise, just like any original master. The DMP-A8 seamlessly handles PCM up to 768 kHz 32-bit, native DSD512, and MQA, delivering the same sound quality as the original studio version.

Full format support—FLAC, WAV, APE, DSD in all versions (.dsf, .dff, .iso, .dst), and MQA—and MQA integration allows you to enjoy the quality of certified masters. This broad compatibility makes the Eversolo DMP-A8 an ideal solution for audiophiles, professionals, and discerning users who appreciate every sonic detail.

Electronic Precision: Reference-Grade DAC and Dual-Clock Architecture

The Eversolo DMP-A8's DAC section is based on a premium digital-to-analog separation solution: the AK4499EX converter, paired with the AK4191EQ chip. This combination, known as Velvet Sound by AKM, is part of the flagship Verita series, designed to deliver audio with extraordinary fidelity, capturing almost imperceptible nuances.

Ensuring extreme signal stability are two ultra-low-jitter femtosecond clocks: one at 45.1584 MHz for 44.1 kHz streams and the other at 49.152 MHz for 48 kHz. This dual oscillation ensures that the digital stream reaches the DAC without timing variations, eliminating jitter and preserving dynamics and clarity. Additionally, the DMP-A8 uses separate power supplies for the system and audio circuitry: a multi-coil toroidal transformer for the analog section and a switching power supply for the digital section. This design reduces crosstalk and interference, preserving every sonic detail.

The analog section features a fully balanced preamplifier, compatible with XLR and RCA inputs, and equipped with +10 dB gain and a fully analog R2R volume control. This resistor-relay network allows for smooth volume control, without introducing distortion or background noise. Automatic protection manages levels at boot time or when switching inputs, preventing sudden jumps.

The audio path is therefore precisely managed: digital conversion, dual-clock reclocking, core analog amplification, and R2R conversion—all designed to maximize detail and tonal coherence.

Full Connectivity and Smart Control

The Eversolo DMP-A8 offers comprehensive connectivity: three coaxial/optical inputs, a USB-B port for digital sources, dual HDMI ports (one dedicated to IIS output for external DACs, the other for ARC from a TV), Bluetooth 5.0 with Qualcomm QCC5125 chip (SBC/AAC/APTX HD), dual-band Wi-Fi, gigabit Ethernet, two USB 3.0 ports for external devices, and an M.2 NVMe drive bay for up to 4 TB accessible without opening the device.

This structure allows the DMP-A8 to be used as a multi-purpose hub: a network player, a DAC for digital sources, a Bluetooth streamer, a music storage hub, or a multi-zone device with Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, or DNLA. It also includes a 12V trigger output and Wake-on-LAN, ideal for integrated automation in advanced audio/video systems and for synchronizing power on with televisions or amplifiers.

The 6" high-resolution touchscreen manages the EOS interface optimized for professional performance: library browsing, audio settings, DSP control, and access to streaming services. Simple yet comprehensive, the interface is designed to maximize usability and reduce navigation times, while maintaining a focus on sound quality.

Flexible Content Management and Advanced Library

Content management is one of the Eversolo DMP-A8's strengths. Local tracks can be saved to the internal SSD or external drives connected via USB, with network browsing possible using NFS, SMB v1-v3, UPnP/DLNA, WebDAV, OneDrive, Dropbox, and Emby. The system saves metadata from the cloud, organizes tracks by artist, album, genre, and sample rate, and manages hybrid playlists combining local and streaming content.

The CD playback & ripping function allows you to connect an external CD player via USB and start ripping tracks with automatic error correction and standardization, maintaining a complete digital library. Additionally, the unit can act as an audio NAS via Trigger and WOL, interacting with other devices on the network.

A professional DSP module manages parametric equalization (PEQ), FIR filters, HPF/LPF filters, digital volume, compressor, delay, and loudness, applied in real time to the analog outputs, optimizing the audio based on the listening room or personal preferences. The six digital filters are also reproduced in the DAC to optimize the output signal.

The Eversolo DMP-A8 is the ultimate audio platform: versatile, comprehensive, with every section carefully crafted to ensure reference quality. Combining a streamer, high-end DAC, analog preamplifier, and media hub in a single device, the DMP-A8 redefines what a high-end streamer can offer.

Complete management of hi-res formats, precision electronic architecture, comprehensive connectivity, and a proprietary software engine make it a unique instrument, capable of delivering music with respect, power, and dynamism. The brand's project demonstrates that audio quality isn't an isolated feature, but the result of a harmonization of technologies, controls, and vision, encapsulated in the Eversolo DMP-A8 name.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model: EVERSOLO DMP-A8

Display: 6” LCD touchscreen

Internal Memory: 4GDDR4 +64GeMMC

DAC: AK4191EQ+AK4499EX

Audio Processor: XMOS XU316

Op-amp Chip: OPA1612

Power Supply: High-quality, low-noise linear + digital dual power supply

SSD: Support M.2 NVME 3.0 2280 protocol, up to 4TB (SSD isn't included)

USB-A Port: USB3.0*2

Ethernet: RJ-45 (10/100/1000Mbps)

WiFi: 2.4G+5G dual band WiFi

Playback and DAC Decoding: Support up to stereo DSD512, PCM 768KHz 32Bit

Music Service: Tidal, Qobuz, Highresaudio, Amazon Music, Deezer, Radio Paradise, WebDAV, UPnP

Streaming: Roon Ready, Air Play, DLNA, Tidal Connect etc.

Bluetooth Audio Input: Bluetooth BT5.0, support SBC/AAC

USB-B Audio Input: Supports Windows (10, 11), Android, IOS. Support up to stereo DSD512, PCM 768KHz 32Bit

Optical/Coaxial Audio Input: Support up to stereo PCM 192KHz 24Bit, Dop64

HDMI ARC: Support up to stereo PCM 192KHz 24Bit

Analog preamp audio input: XLR (Balanced)*1 + RCA (Unbalanced), Maximum Gain +10dB

USB Audio Output: Support up to stereo DSD512, PCM 768KHz 32Bit

IIS Output: Support up to stereo DSD512, PCM 768KHz 32Bit

Optical/Coaxial Audio Output: Support up to stereo PCM 192KHz 24Bit, Dop64

Analog Audio Output: Preamp Audio Output: XLR (Balanced) + RCA (UnBalanced)

XLR Output Audio Characteristics

Output level: 4.2V

Frequency response: 20Hz ~ 20KHz (±0.25dB)

Dynamic range: >128dB

SNR: >128dB

THD+N: < 0.00009% (-120dB) @No-wt

Crosstalk: > -121dB

RCA Output Audio Characteristics

Output level: 2.1V

Frequency response: 20Hz ~ 20KHz (±0.25dB)

Dynamic range: >125dB

SNR: >125dB

THD+N: < 0.00010% (-119dB) @A-WT

Crosstalk: > -121dB

Control Method: Mobile App, Touch screen control, IR + Bluetooth remote control

PSU: AC 110~240V 50/60Hz Max 0.35A

Rated Power: 16W

Dimensions: L 248mm × D 388mm × H 90mm

Packing List: Power cable1, Remote Control1, Screwdriver1, user manual