Finally, someone that's knowledgeable about the interface. Love learning when the person instructing, uses the actual device as a training aid. If there's another place with instructions on this device, I would like to know about it. At my age everything helps! THANKS ALLOT
That was one of the best most informative and helpful tutorial video I've seen. The steps you walked us through are exactly what I have needed to understand "what's in the box" . Thank you!
Thanks for sharing. This product is what I've been waiting for. Wish they've a model which take out the DAC and purely act as a streamer for those who already have a dedicated DAC. Love that they've SSD etc.
Put it this way if the streamer is considered the equal of a lumin u2 mini as a transport by another reviewer what does it matter if it has a dac (s) in it or not #flexibility
Thanks Simon, been lurking here for quite some time. Love your honest take on things. Just ordered my A6 today, replacing my Zen Stream (with Power Elite). Keep up the good work!
I was just a click away from ordering de FiiO R7. Thanks to this review I changed my mind just in time. It is going to be the Eversolo, that's for sure! Thanks for the video!! Far more informative than the other "reviews".
I've finally got one, and yes I'm very impressed, the screen walkthrough is very easy to navigate, also I've installed storage to it too, I wasn't sure with the plastic clip to secure the storage but it is hidden with the lid. Overall I'm very impressed, I love the vu's and the sound is indeed very clean and focused. At present I'm using my own ripped cd's I've imported via a usb drive. Thanks so much for this video, great find indeed. My only niggle is the vu display can only be accessed on the track your playing. The great thing is everything is mirrored on the phone app. 🥰👍
Love the intro graphics you created for your AMP-A6 reviews, and great reviews they are! I've taken the plunge on this as my first streamer, just waiting for it now ...
Just got mine in and and this video is super useful. Tq so much sir. And your earlier review on comparing this with other DACs got me sold. I own a Audiolab 6000CDT and cant wait to feed it into the Evesolo's DAC and use the analog out.
I have written the distributor to ask about if YT Music can be added at some point. Thanks for your ideas about using a tab as a source. That might work. Looking forward to your presentation this morning!
No you don’t , you need to try one on sale and return or borrow one and only if you agree with me then commit. Reviews are for a shortlist. I’m not a salesman.
@@13thnotehifireviews7 Yes, thank you. I’d definitely hoped on trying one first. Was actually wondering if the master edition was any more of an improvement with the additional clock - or is it higher end clocks? I think they’re only available via brick and mortar (or from what I’ve read recently). In any case, I’d prefer to try before a buy.
I’m not sure about bricks and mortar as I’ve seen some of those selling online. If in the eu / uk definitely use distance selling laws to get a refund - do watch my video on restocking fees first. In the US or elsewhere you need a friendly dealer who can lend.
For those who use Apple Music (I'm a Tidal Connect guy myself), this streamer looks to be a very good buy, so you can dispense with using Airplay. So many streamers (so far) do not support Apple Music, so it is good to see one that does and plays at the native resolution (not doing some mumbo jumbo resampling to 48KHz all the time). Kudos to EverSolo! Given the Android based O/S of this device and its hardware, would you hazard a guess as to how many years' use a purchaser could expect this device to last before becoming obsolete and unsupported? For some, a device that costs roughly $1000 is something they won't mind replacing every three years. For others it can be a major purchase and they won't be happy if it is dead in three years. The money we invest in our amps, speakers, cables, and audio furniture have a long return on investment lasting over a decade or more. Streamers, unfortunately, don't follow that axiom. Good to see the A6 supports up to 4TB SSDs. I think an earlier video by someone claimed only 2TB. Rebecca Pidgeon for the win!
It’s early days yet, but it’s already had such glowing reviews that I can see this taking off and sticking around for a very long time: at leat, that’s my hope…
@@timdanaher I'd like to see such devices have user replaceable electronics boards, similar to how Schiit Audio has done for some of their DACs to keep them from becoming obsolete. Seems sad to throw away such devices when say a simple processor upgrade could extend their useful life by many years. Ah, software obsolescence (and companies not supporting them long term) seems to be a major issue with all these devices. I had to throw away a very good Samsung Blu-ray player after only keeping it 3 years (back when such players were not cheap) because Samsung decided in their infinte wisdom that it was too old. Hence my reticence about buying into these devices.
Apple Music doesn't allow their app to be built into any streaming hardware. Eversolo were able to work around this because of the Android OS. It only works when downloaded as an Adroid style app from Google play, as if you were downloading it to your phone or tablet. It's not as good of an interface as if it were built in, but it will get the job done.
I have a Hifi Rose 201E which is very capable , but the Eversolo Looks to have it beat hands down, so much so that together with your excellent two part review I have took the plunge and ordered one.
Thanks for the review much more in depth than Darko. I’m wondering if the master edition is worth the extra few hundred pounds. Is this capable of ripping super audio dsd tracks from a cd drive ?
I'm wondering about the HDMI output of this device. What is its primary purpose? To output audio signal to an A/V receiver? Or simply for displaying music art on the TV?
Many thanks for another great video! I wonder if there is way of using VU meters with streaming apps (non native ones) like Apple Music? Are there any usage limitations for third party streaming apps?
Very good overview of the interface -- the most comprehensive and easiy the best I've seen on RUclips. Thanks very much. The only things I'd ever use pertain to local storage of ripped CDs on an SSD, as I don't stream. I currently use my laptop running AIMP software to play music, and the only thing that might prompt me to buy the Eversolo would be if the final sound quality were significantly better. Have you compared the quality with a laptop source by any chance? My thinking is that the DAC should do most of the cleaning up of the input signal, and so the Eversolo might not improve things much, if at all. It's a bit expensive to experiment and see, hence my question. Keep up the good work! 🙂
A very thorough review, thanks! Sorely tempted, this looks really well thought out. Either the CXN or the Innous Zen Mini would have to go though, probably the CXN.
You literally could probably get rid of both of them and just get a cheap intel nuc if you use Roon, as you only prob need the eversolo with ssd drive.
@@13thnotehifireviews7 I could, but can’t see getting rid of the Zen Mini. I don’t use Roon but I like the way the Zen combines local files and streaming. I could see it replacing the CXN though, much as I like it. More choice of streaming services and the storage are enough reason, the CXN is getting a bit long in the tooth now, it’s what, 5 years old now?
I also have the Hegel 390. I just purchased the A6 a few days ago and unfortunately it has led to very little sleep as well. I'm running the A6 via RCA into the Hegel. I have the Yamaha CDS2100 CD player plugged into the XLR on the Hegel 390. I love the player, but so far, the experience in sound quality (Tidal) thru the A6 is seemingly superior to the 2100. Is this because the DAC in the A6 is better than the Yamaha? If that's a possibility, would I then plug the Yamaha into the A6, and what would be the best input to do so. I'm new to this side of audio. Love your show, your humor, and knowledge. Thanks!
Thanks very much Ken. It could be just your preference or it could be that most will think the Eversolo has better sound. I checked the manual and your cd player has a digital output. Feed the coax digital output from the cd player into the coax digital input of the Eversolo then use the balanced xlr outs from the Eversolo to the Hegel would be my take. If the cd player isn’t much cop then you could sell it and just buy a transport without a dac onboard and only digital outputs. This conceivably could give better sound. Hope this helps
Great video and thanks for sharing. Forgot to mention, I really enjoyed your album reviews and recommendations especially zero 7 simple things and Air. Thanks and please keep them comming.
Thank you too. I’m gonna keep doing those artist focus videos if RUclips doesn’t haul me over the coals for copyright. I’m not playing all the tracks in the hope people genuinely go out and buy the albums anyway and it’s not about subscribers or hits as hifi channels weirdly don’t get that from album videos and music reviews 🎼🔉👍😀
The software included seems very easy indeed. I love that you can load a internal drive as well. The special edition of this unit is about 400 more. When do you think going for the special edition unit would make sense? This is a lovely device.
Don't really know Clarice as haven't tried that one. It doesn't seem to have a lot different to this unit but it could be a decent SQ change step. This standard version is really good for the money obviously though.
@@13thnotehifireviews7 the Eversolo rep on ASR forums said the changes are unlikely to make an audible difference. Couple dB added to the sinad that's all. Given the A6 already measures well, buying the master edition is pointless.
This looks like a great product, I hope it works better than a logitech sbt, I'm guessing it easily does. I really want this streamer. Thanks for the great review
Very helpful ! One question though... Is it possible to create and name several playlist from the music library stored in SSD (or external HD ?) ? THANKS for your reply
Very helpful presentation. A question: does the built-in Qobuz app track your favorites exactly, i.e., if you use a desktop to list, for instance, your favorites alphabetically, will this list show within the unit's Qobuz app? Second related question: does the unit's Qobuz presentation allow listing change options, i.e., alpha A-Z, alpha Z-A, date of marking as favorite? Thanks much to whoever can help with this.
I still haven’t unboxed mine - just haven’t had the time. But does the variable volume really only have 15 steps?? I’m used to 99 steps on my Naim Uniti Atom. I plan on using this as a streaming preamp, but my speakers are 102 db efficient, so that could be a REAL problem! Thanks for giving us the guided tour. I’ll chime in with my thoughts once I’ve got mine setup.
Same boat. I've unboxed and wired, but been too busy to fire it up. I have all of Memorial Day to format my SSD and load some music. But I thought I'd look at one more video and procrastinate .
Been fiddling with the Eversolo for the last couple of hours now, so obviously these are VERY preliminary observations: 1. To answer my earlier question about the variable volume attenuation steps. It ranges from -60 to 0 db with 1 db increments as the default. But in the settings you can adjust that to 0.5 db increments, increasing the variable number of steps from 60 vs the Naim’s 99, to 120! This is excellent for those of us using the Eversolo’s built-in volume control and pairing with high sensitivity speakers. 2. Build quality is very nice. Certainly at a level unheard of considering its very modest price. In comparison to my Naim Uniti Atom, the edges do feel rather sharp and the powder coat (paint?) finish feels a little rough compared to the smooth durable feel of the Naim. The screen is beautiful and very sharp. It is, however, quite reflective so I’m getting a lot more glare than I do with the Naim placed on the same shelf in the same conditions. 3. User interface is better in many ways and a little less so in others. Again, very preliminary. I primarily use Tidal for streaming (at least for now) and the thing that I LOVE about the Eversolo is simultaneously the thing that’s bugging me about it. Unlike the Naim’s native app, with the Eversolo you can go all the way into Tidal as though you’re using the native app. With the Naim it’s just a poor approximation of the native app. Unfortunately, as best I can tell, there is no quick easy way to get back to the Eversolo’s Home Screen. You have to back>back>back>back until you finally arrive back at the Home Screen. Maybe I’m missing something, but I find that very frustrating. 4. Sound quality using the onboard DAC is outstanding. I’m using the default filter and the sound is very incisive. As John Darko says, it’s a squeegee clean kind of sound. I’ll have to see what I think of it in the longer term, but for now I’m really enjoying it. The Naim’s Burr Brown DAC is very musical and engaging without ever being too forward and is very “analog” sounding. It’s a sound I love and that allows me to listen to digital music for many hours without fatigue. I’m only a couple of hours in with the Eversolo so time will tell. The good news, of course, is that in the very long term, I can purchase an external DAC that is exactly to my liking. With the Naim, you’re stuck using the built-in DAC as there is no digital out, only in. 5. My associated equipment is the Eversolo running the rca analog out to my Conrad Johnson CAV-45 S2 tube control amplifier driving a pair of Klipsch Cornwall IVs. I also have an analog setup with a Marantz TT 15 S1 and an Technics SL-10 running into a Musical Fidelity M1 ViNL and IFi Zen Phono, respectively. Oh, and a Rega Apollo CD player for the CDs I have that aren’t available on any streaming service. Cables are a mix of audioquest, Kimber, and blue jean.
Good to know of volume steps Dan. Haven’t tried it as pre yet but gonna use it with some Adam audio actives I’m reviewing. I thought panels were better than naim, cleaner with panel gaps. They aren’t as sharp as Isotek cases. You can go back with the home icon btw , you don’t have to keep pressing back. How does this compare as a value proposition to naim and does it equal naim sound.
Thanks for a great review! I just set up my DMP 6, loving it so far. One question I have, I have an SSD drive installed, when I open Artists, for example I know there are 4 AC/DC albums but in Artists it’s only showing one?
Where did you get the Dire Straits dsd file from or did you convert it yourself? I find it pretty hard to find those. However thanks for this really informative video, i just ordered this streamer cant wait to get my hands on it. Sick intro btw!💪🏼
Thank you. I think I might of hacked it offline somewhere for my sins or it might of been hd tracks. Lol. Please do let us know what you think compared to other products you’ve tried when you get it.
Will do for sure! Another thing that i was thinking about is if you can download or somehow install additional/different vu meters since its an android device. Nothing really important for sure but would be nice in terms of aesthetics.
Really enjoying your content. You clearly love the subject and the whole film making process. Keep them coming. I want to upgrade my Bluesound Node. Considering the DMP-A6 & the Innuos Pulse Mini. I can get an Innuos from a local dealer for support. I am slightly concerned about any aftersales from Eversolo
Thank you, that’s the best bit in filmography. People who do hifi videos have to have another motive than just the hifi alone…. Otherwise let me tell you it does get repetitive and boring if you’ve reached your own personal gear peak ,like I have, a long time ago…..I wouldn’t be concerned with aftersales - innuos do lots of that and they remote linked into my zenith a few times but there isn’t much to go wrong with the Eversolo and it’s easy to use. Get stuck and I’ll talk you through it.
Great Video. Can you play music form a usb A or does it have to be the usb C drive or indeed can you use both. And I assume the artwork shows from usb drive?
After watching reviews of A8 and finding out that it has band equalizers, I went to settings in my A6 and for short period of time it also had band equalizers😊 . Couple days later it disappeared. I reached out to eversolo and they denied that band eq was never available on A6 and to show them pictures or video of that. Unfortunately I do not have any evidence of that but I was happy for that couple of days tinkering with eq. Unfortunately it was removed, I assume with an update. I wish they kept it and had it available on A6. Did any of you guys also experienced band eq on eversolo dmp-A6 for short period of time?
great video , just got my unit yesterday , i wanted to buy a ripping drive , am in the uk is there a list somewhere of compatable drive as dont want to buy wrong drive .. thanks again ... ps sounds better than my bluesound in my roksan attessa ..........
Thanks for the video, you mentioned you had renamed the ssd after reformatting. I guess this was done prior to installing it in the eversolo? There’s also a file named eversolo music on the internal storage.
I got the Master Edition! I had mine a week. Thanks for the much needed walk around...... Can you please make a video of how to transfer files from pc to ssd.... Would be great help..... Many thanks
Hi. Thanks for sharing. I have ordered this and plan to use it as a preamp connected to my power amplifier. Is there any possibility to connect an active sub to this? If not, my power amplifier has a "loop out" function, can this possibly be used to connect a sub?
Hi there great just wanted a bit of advice after purchasing the Eversolo DMP-A6 on how best to connect for best sound to my Cambridge cxa 81 amp , cheers
I have a dac-z8 DAC which connect to my PC via USB-B, should I get DMP-A6 and replace the PC, will it sound better or probably the same? Please advise. Thanks.
High question for anyone in this chat. I just purchased this unit and I'm using the RCA analog out to my AV receiver - Marantz 6011 however, I am not getting any sound whatsoever. Is there a setting or bypass that I need to use on the Eversolo or is there something I'm missing with my receiver? Thank you much I can use anyone's help! I plug the RCA cables into the CD input on the receiver...
Hello, perhaps a silly question but, can you create playlists from the albums you have copied to your SSD drive ? Otherwise.. I guess.. I would have to leave out tracks I don't like on the album when uploading. One thing is missing though.. Headphones output.. on the front left and it would be even better. Great video btw.. Thanks !
No you don’t need that type of cable . Good shielded audiophile Ethernet cable and inexpensive is all you need as sq differences are small and forgettable
Or from a PC. I have 95% of my library in iTunes. The rest is FLAC or mp3. Wonder how hard it is to set up for transfers in finding all the proper IP addresses you need to configure? That'd be a great "how to" video. I guess you can plug in directly using a cable to one of the USB ports though. Wonder if that is more straightforward?
@@rosswarren436 I muttled through a network transfer(Mac) as a guest. I never figured out which password they wanted, but logged on as a guest and it seems to have worked(the files went to my 2T drive) No album art and the files are described as: M4A 44.1 16 bit then PCM on the next line. Thought they would say ALAC (apple 's version of FLAC)
@@brucecleland9220 I guess they think that telling you the file format is sufficient. Maybe. But yeah, just saying ALAC would beneficial. Glad you were able to get it done. The problem I fear with transferring files from iTunes is that Apple did their own proprietary database thing with the album art, keeping it separate from the music files in other encrypted folders and not embedded inside the music files. It would be great if a 3rd party wrote a program that would go into your iTunes music library, find those cover artwork files and embed them into the music files. Unfortunately, I don't know of such a program. Too often iTunes gets the cover art wrong anyway, so over the years I have manually put artwork in my files using programs such as mp3tag. I'd definitely not want to lose all that work.
@@rosswarren436 Yes no art work. I ripped a CD and also got no art work. I'm just going to keep plugging away. Also, took me way too long to discover the library function and my USB A's were inverted. There may even be a a setting that flips them. That's fortomorrow.
ordered a shirt a couple of weeks ago, i liked the design. Thought you need to know; I received the shirt. the issue is that one sleeve came partially detached from the rest of the shirt. not noticeable unless i wave at someone. I've stopped waving.
That doesn’t sound good. Hopefully the print came out ok. Did you take it up with spring who do my merch and loads of RUclipsrs too? Hopefully they sort it out for you.
Hi Simon- I am having issues transferring music from a usb thumb drive to the SSD. I am able to access SSD music only from the Files folder. The information is not available in the Library or Albums tabs . Any suggestions?
I use Tidal and Apple music for streaming to my Schiit Bifrost 2/64 DAC. I switch back and forth from my PC connecting via USB and my iPad Pro using an Apple lighting to USB adapter so I stream lossless to my external DAC. My Schiit DAC is connected to a Schiit Folkvangr amp. I am considering the Eversolo DMP- A6 as a stand-alone streamer. It appears to sell out quickly. For those that are using DMP-A6 with Apple music can it stream loss less? I believe I read only Apple products can accomplish this. I may consider a Mac Mini.
Thanks for the two videos, just wish you could have explained how to transfer music files from an external SSD to the internal one. I cannot see how to format my new SSD and how to do the actual transfer.
@@13thnotehifireviews7 I've ordered an M2 NVME converter case, I'll be able to format and transfer my files, hopefully will be ok then. Happy to support you if I have any more problems. Thanks
Thank you very much for the transcription,obviously english is not my mother language. The best easy way to scroll and find my own files music is it a computer or tablet contrary to an external drive,isnt it?
Can you make a detailed(step by step) video on how to transfer music from my windows laptop to the SSD drive that i installed. I tried following the one from the Eversolo website but it's too confusing for me. Thank you very much.
Hello, great vid, same as others you have done, 👍 I have a question on the ssd, in another vid you said pai £38, I looked on amazon its £58, when did you buy the ssd, thanks in advance, 💯 Sorry, my bad, just seen you have the 1tb, I was looking at the 2tb, 🤣
Question.... All my music is on a 6TB external hard drive. I have 1000s of albums on it in MP3 format. All are in genre, year and have album art work tagged. If I hook it up to the above device will all the info and art show on the Eversolo and play from the screen or do i need to use a external screen?
Thanks for nicely produced content.. With the Eversolo unit is the device updated OTA without problem? Are you continuing to use the DMP+A6? if so, still relatively slick user interface ?
I ordered a DMP-A6 Master Edition which will come mid june. I still hesitate with the Hifi Rose rs250a. I use a Technics su-g700 m2 and I dot know if i'll use the DAC ot the Technics or the streamers's DAC. Can you help me in my decision? 😄 Thanks
@@13thnotehifireviews7 playing a song with the eversolo internal dac and filming it, there are only reviews but no decent video footage of the streamer performing 👌
As airplay is limited to CD quality, Could this one be the ultimate carrier of apple music high res content? Repect! I wish it had an HDMI ARC on board. This one would have churn me of the Node...
Wouldn't be any Android device with decent storage and Apple Music app installed capable of connecting high-res DAC? I guess even Android/Apple phone can be, it's just this streamer is so much more convenient for home non-portable usage and looks great too! :)
Most reviewers wouldnt bother about useability considerations. Thanks for going deeper. The optional SSD makes this a music server which means no need for a PC to rip and store CD files anymore. But why do streamer/DAC makers use ARM Cortex CPUs with such low benchmark performance ratings?
@@jmp622 compared to my Bluesound Node 2i (2019) the DmpA6 seems more resolving in every way...precise imaging of instruments & vocalists in 3D space. Greater sense of being at a live performance. The honeymoon has just begun 🥰
Very nice to find a reviewer of a DAC/Streamer actually showing the product and not just making up fancy words for the listening experience.
Thanks …who would that be ?
Finally, someone that's knowledgeable about the interface. Love learning when the person instructing, uses the actual device as a training aid. If there's another place with instructions on this device, I would like to know about it. At my age everything helps! THANKS ALLOT
That was one of the best most informative and helpful tutorial video I've seen. The steps you walked us through are exactly what I have needed to understand "what's in the box" . Thank you!
Thank you. That’s exactly what I thought to help people understand
lul, if you just want to know how highend sounds just grab a miracle, its cheap but has no cables for some reason
Thanks for sharing. This product is what I've been waiting for. Wish they've a model which take out the DAC and purely act as a streamer for those who already have a dedicated DAC. Love that they've SSD etc.
You took the words right out of my mouth…
exactly.. 👍
Put it this way if the streamer is considered the equal of a lumin u2 mini as a transport by another reviewer what does it matter if it has a dac (s) in it or not #flexibility
That would be what I'm after, however having a decent DAC inside does give any future flexibility.
Take out the DAC and preamp facilities, lose the volume knob, drop the price by £150-200..?
Thank you for this video, seeing the interface this way has removed all my doubts about the unit
Thanks Simon, been lurking here for quite some time. Love your honest take on things. Just ordered my A6 today, replacing my Zen Stream (with Power Elite). Keep up the good work!
Thanks so much Joost, means a lot when my subscribers make small donations to show appreciation.
We’re did u order?
@@hoygising1 Hifi Studio 79 in the Netherlands. Expect to receive it second half of June.
How do you like the A6 compared to the Zen Stream?
@@Temmple Still waiting for it to arrive..... Hope it will be here at the end of this week
I was just a click away from ordering de FiiO R7. Thanks to this review I changed my mind just in time. It is going to be the Eversolo, that's for sure! Thanks for the video!! Far more informative than the other "reviews".
Thank you , how come you didn’t go for the fiio . The other ‘review’
Simon, thank you for your reviews on the A6, well done sir! I ordered the A6 the other day, should see it, hopefully this month. Chomping at the bit!
I've finally got one, and yes I'm very impressed, the screen walkthrough is very easy to navigate, also I've installed storage to it too, I wasn't sure with the plastic clip to secure the storage but it is hidden with the lid. Overall I'm very impressed, I love the vu's and the sound is indeed very clean and focused. At present I'm using my own ripped cd's I've imported via a usb drive. Thanks so much for this video, great find indeed. My only niggle is the vu display can only be accessed on the track your playing. The great thing is everything is mirrored on the phone app. 🥰👍
Love the intro graphics you created for your AMP-A6 reviews, and great reviews they are! I've taken the plunge on this as my first streamer, just waiting for it now ...
Thank you, when you create it it’s so rewarding.
Excellent video Had my Eversolo a6 delivered today Just hooked it up to my Cyrus 8vs2 integrated amp and PSX-R via RCA output sounds phenomenal
Thanks
Just got mine in and and this video is super useful. Tq so much sir. And your earlier review on comparing this with other DACs got me sold. I own a Audiolab 6000CDT and cant wait to feed it into the Evesolo's DAC and use the analog out.
Glad it was helpful!
Mines on order and should have it by the end of the week. They sell out pretty fast! Thanks for the review and will use it for reference.
Where did you order yours from?
Amazon....
But they went very fast!
Mine is supposed to arrive this weekend. Hopefully!
I have written the distributor to ask about if YT Music can be added at some point. Thanks for your ideas about using a tab as a source. That might work. Looking forward to your presentation this morning!
Perfectly processed. You made me happy with this video. 😊
Cool thanks.
Easily the most informative overview of usage out here. Now, I need to just bite the bullet and get one! Thank you🙏🏼
No you don’t , you need to try one on sale and return or borrow one and only if you agree with me then commit. Reviews are for a shortlist. I’m not a salesman.
@@13thnotehifireviews7 Yes, thank you. I’d definitely hoped on trying one first. Was actually wondering if the master edition was any more of an improvement with the additional clock - or is it higher end clocks? I think they’re only available via brick and mortar (or from what I’ve read recently). In any case, I’d prefer to try before a buy.
I’m not sure about bricks and mortar as I’ve seen some of those selling online. If in the eu / uk definitely use distance selling laws to get a refund - do watch my video on restocking fees first. In the US or elsewhere you need a friendly dealer who can lend.
Thanks!
Thanks very much Orlando. Very kind.
Great video, very helpful. So helpful I didn’t even hit “skip ad”! Now if I can only find one on Amazon….
Glad it was helpful!
You make QUALITY videos 😊 Thank you 👏✨💯
Thank you too for the donation. Means a lot. 😀🎼👍🔉
For those who use Apple Music (I'm a Tidal Connect guy myself), this streamer looks to be a very good buy, so you can dispense with using Airplay. So many streamers (so far) do not support Apple Music, so it is good to see one that does and plays at the native resolution (not doing some mumbo jumbo resampling to 48KHz all the time). Kudos to EverSolo! Given the Android based O/S of this device and its hardware, would you hazard a guess as to how many years' use a purchaser could expect this device to last before becoming obsolete and unsupported? For some, a device that costs roughly $1000 is something they won't mind replacing every three years. For others it can be a major purchase and they won't be happy if it is dead in three years. The money we invest in our amps, speakers, cables, and audio furniture have a long return on investment lasting over a decade or more. Streamers, unfortunately, don't follow that axiom.
Good to see the A6 supports up to 4TB SSDs. I think an earlier video by someone claimed only 2TB. Rebecca Pidgeon for the win!
It’s early days yet, but it’s already had such glowing reviews that I can see this taking off and sticking around for a very long time: at leat, that’s my hope…
@@timdanaher I'd like to see such devices have user replaceable electronics boards, similar to how Schiit Audio has done for some of their DACs to keep them from becoming obsolete. Seems sad to throw away such devices when say a simple processor upgrade could extend their useful life by many years. Ah, software obsolescence (and companies not supporting them long term) seems to be a major issue with all these devices.
I had to throw away a very good Samsung Blu-ray player after only keeping it 3 years (back when such players were not cheap) because Samsung decided in their infinte wisdom that it was too old. Hence my reticence about buying into these devices.
It was limited to 2TB originally, but they increased to 4TB in the recent firmware update.
Apple Music doesn't allow their app to be built into any streaming hardware. Eversolo were able to work around this because of the Android OS. It only works when downloaded as an Adroid style app from Google play, as if you were downloading it to your phone or tablet. It's not as good of an interface as if it were built in, but it will get the job done.
@@ericjohnson829 any idea of how Sonos does it? Are they similar? (Not that I'd ever buy any Sonos but just curious).
Got mine coming mid June ISH!. Can’t wait 🙂
Please let us know Lee what is compares to from your previous experiences when you get it in the comments
I own this a6 for months. it's really good and amazing.
I have a Hifi Rose 201E which is very capable , but the Eversolo Looks to have it beat hands down, so much so that together with your excellent two part review I have took the plunge and ordered one.
Excellently made detail walk-through. Thank you!
Thanks
Thanks for the review much more in depth than Darko. I’m wondering if the master edition is worth the extra few hundred pounds. Is this capable of ripping super audio dsd tracks from a cd drive ?
I'm wondering about the HDMI output of this device. What is its primary purpose? To output audio signal to an A/V receiver? Or simply for displaying music art on the TV?
Thanks for your efforts... Very informative
Many thanks for another great video!
I wonder if there is way of using VU meters with streaming apps (non native ones) like Apple Music?
Are there any usage limitations for third party streaming apps?
Very good overview of the interface -- the most comprehensive and easiy the best I've seen on RUclips. Thanks very much.
The only things I'd ever use pertain to local storage of ripped CDs on an SSD, as I don't stream. I currently use my laptop running AIMP software to play music, and the only thing that might prompt me to buy the Eversolo would be if the final sound quality were significantly better.
Have you compared the quality with a laptop source by any chance? My thinking is that the DAC should do most of the cleaning up of the input signal, and so the Eversolo might not improve things much, if at all. It's a bit expensive to experiment and see, hence my question.
Keep up the good work! 🙂
A very thorough review, thanks! Sorely tempted, this looks really well thought out. Either the CXN or the Innous Zen Mini would have to go though, probably the CXN.
You literally could probably get rid of both of them and just get a cheap intel nuc if you use Roon, as you only prob need the eversolo with ssd drive.
@@13thnotehifireviews7 I could, but can’t see getting rid of the Zen Mini. I don’t use Roon but I like the way the Zen combines local files and streaming. I could see it replacing the CXN though, much as I like it. More choice of streaming services and the storage are enough reason, the CXN is getting a bit long in the tooth now, it’s what, 5 years old now?
I also have the Hegel 390. I just purchased the A6 a few days ago and unfortunately it has led to very little sleep as well. I'm running the A6 via RCA into the Hegel. I have the Yamaha CDS2100 CD player plugged into the XLR on the Hegel 390. I love the player, but so far, the experience in sound quality (Tidal) thru the A6 is seemingly superior to the 2100. Is this because the DAC in the A6 is better than the Yamaha? If that's a possibility, would I then plug the Yamaha into the A6, and what would be the best input to do so. I'm new to this side of audio. Love your show, your humor, and knowledge. Thanks!
Thanks very much Ken. It could be just your preference or it could be that most will think the Eversolo has better sound. I checked the manual and your cd player has a digital output. Feed the coax digital output from the cd player into the coax digital input of the Eversolo then use the balanced xlr outs from the Eversolo to the Hegel would be my take. If the cd player isn’t much cop then you could sell it and just buy a transport without a dac onboard and only digital outputs. This conceivably could give better sound. Hope this helps
Thanks for your advice, will try it out. Not blowing smoke, you are quite the enjoyable chap! Have a great week ahead.
Great video and thanks for sharing. Forgot to mention, I really enjoyed your album reviews and recommendations especially zero 7 simple things and Air. Thanks and please keep them comming.
Thank you too. I’m gonna keep doing those artist focus videos if RUclips doesn’t haul me over the coals for copyright. I’m not playing all the tracks in the hope people genuinely go out and buy the albums anyway and it’s not about subscribers or hits as hifi channels weirdly don’t get that from album videos and music reviews 🎼🔉👍😀
The software included seems very easy indeed. I love that you can load a internal drive as well. The special edition of this unit is about 400 more. When do you think going for the special edition unit would make sense? This is a lovely device.
Don't really know Clarice as haven't tried that one. It doesn't seem to have a lot different to this unit but it could be a decent SQ change step. This standard version is really good for the money obviously though.
the differences between the standard unit and master unit wont be audible - it's just a money grab
@@HP83Smoke won’t be or aren’t, best not being an armchair observer
@@13thnotehifireviews7 the Eversolo rep on ASR forums said the changes are unlikely to make an audible difference. Couple dB added to the sinad that's all. Given the A6 already measures well, buying the master edition is pointless.
Oh well as ASR say so job done, we can all go home
This looks like a great product, I hope it works better than a logitech sbt, I'm guessing it easily does. I really want this streamer. Thanks for the great review
Very helpful ! One question though... Is it possible to create and name several playlist from the music library stored in SSD (or external HD ?) ? THANKS for your reply
Very helpful presentation. A question: does the built-in Qobuz app track your favorites exactly, i.e., if you use a desktop to list, for instance, your favorites alphabetically, will this list show within the unit's Qobuz app? Second related question: does the unit's Qobuz presentation allow listing change options, i.e., alpha A-Z, alpha Z-A, date of marking as favorite? Thanks much to whoever can help with this.
Great video very informative. In regards to the CD option is it possible to play from a connected external CD or just for ripping?
Thank you , I don’t think you can but haven’t tried ripping yet unfortunately due to my drive not being compatible.
Extremely helpful. Cheers!
I still haven’t unboxed mine - just haven’t had the time. But does the variable volume really only have 15 steps?? I’m used to 99 steps on my Naim Uniti Atom. I plan on using this as a streaming preamp, but my speakers are 102 db efficient, so that could be a REAL problem! Thanks for giving us the guided tour. I’ll chime in with my thoughts once I’ve got mine setup.
Interested to hear your thoughts Dan with your equipment list 😀👍🎶
Same boat. I've unboxed and wired, but been too busy to fire it up. I have all of Memorial Day to format my SSD and load some music. But I thought I'd look at one more video and procrastinate .
Been fiddling with the Eversolo for the last couple of hours now, so obviously these are VERY preliminary observations:
1. To answer my earlier question about the variable volume attenuation steps. It ranges from -60 to 0 db with 1 db increments as the default. But in the settings you can adjust that to 0.5 db increments, increasing the variable number of steps from 60 vs the Naim’s 99, to 120! This is excellent for those of us using the Eversolo’s built-in volume control and pairing with high sensitivity speakers.
2. Build quality is very nice. Certainly at a level unheard of considering its very modest price. In comparison to my Naim Uniti Atom, the edges do feel rather sharp and the powder coat (paint?) finish feels a little rough compared to the smooth durable feel of the Naim. The screen is beautiful and very sharp. It is, however, quite reflective so I’m getting a lot more glare than I do with the Naim placed on the same shelf in the same conditions.
3. User interface is better in many ways and a little less so in others. Again, very preliminary. I primarily use Tidal for streaming (at least for now) and the thing that I LOVE about the Eversolo is simultaneously the thing that’s bugging me about it. Unlike the Naim’s native app, with the Eversolo you can go all the way into Tidal as though you’re using the native app. With the Naim it’s just a poor approximation of the native app. Unfortunately, as best I can tell, there is no quick easy way to get back to the Eversolo’s Home Screen. You have to back>back>back>back until you finally arrive back at the Home Screen. Maybe I’m missing something, but I find that very frustrating.
4. Sound quality using the onboard DAC is outstanding. I’m using the default filter and the sound is very incisive. As John Darko says, it’s a squeegee clean kind of sound. I’ll have to see what I think of it in the longer term, but for now I’m really enjoying it. The Naim’s Burr Brown DAC is very musical and engaging without ever being too forward and is very “analog” sounding. It’s a sound I love and that allows me to listen to digital music for many hours without fatigue. I’m only a couple of hours in with the Eversolo so time will tell. The good news, of course, is that in the very long term, I can purchase an external DAC that is exactly to my liking. With the Naim, you’re stuck using the built-in DAC as there is no digital out, only in.
5. My associated equipment is the Eversolo running the rca analog out to my Conrad Johnson CAV-45 S2 tube control amplifier driving a pair of Klipsch Cornwall IVs. I also have an analog setup with a Marantz TT 15 S1 and an Technics SL-10 running into a Musical Fidelity M1 ViNL and IFi Zen Phono, respectively. Oh, and a Rega Apollo CD player for the CDs I have that aren’t available on any streaming service. Cables are a mix of audioquest, Kimber, and blue jean.
Good to know of volume steps Dan. Haven’t tried it as pre yet but gonna use it with some Adam audio actives I’m reviewing. I thought panels were better than naim, cleaner with panel gaps. They aren’t as sharp as Isotek cases. You can go back with the home icon btw , you don’t have to keep pressing back. How does this compare as a value proposition to naim and does it equal naim sound.
At 7:27 is that internal server error from tidal or the device internal software?
Not anything to be concerned with. Not sure what that is but it worked through no issue 😀
Thanks for a great review! I just set up my DMP 6, loving it so far. One question I have, I have an SSD drive installed, when I open Artists, for example I know there are 4 AC/DC albums but in Artists it’s only showing one?
Nice review and summary. I just ordered a Bluesound Node X. When will you be reviewing this awesome Streamer/DAC?
Nice video. This might ring alarm bells for hifi folks, but is there no RUclips Music app? Or would you be able to install it manually perhaps?
For Tidal: does it fully decode MQA if you use the Tidal Connect app?
So third party apps such as Soundcloud can be added with the APK file on a USB via the built in installer... nice... I'd love to see that working.
Where did you get the Dire Straits dsd file from or did you convert it yourself? I find it pretty hard to find those. However thanks for this really informative video, i just ordered this streamer cant wait to get my hands on it. Sick intro btw!💪🏼
Thank you. I think I might of hacked it offline somewhere for my sins or it might of been hd tracks. Lol. Please do let us know what you think compared to other products you’ve tried when you get it.
Will do for sure! Another thing that i was thinking about is if you can download or somehow install additional/different vu meters since its an android device. Nothing really important for sure but would be nice in terms of aesthetics.
Really enjoying your content. You clearly love the subject and the whole film making process. Keep them coming. I want to upgrade my Bluesound Node. Considering the DMP-A6 & the Innuos Pulse Mini. I can get an Innuos from a local dealer for support. I am slightly concerned about any aftersales from Eversolo
Thank you, that’s the best bit in filmography. People who do hifi videos have to have another motive than just the hifi alone…. Otherwise let me tell you it does get repetitive and boring if you’ve reached your own personal gear peak ,like I have, a long time ago…..I wouldn’t be concerned with aftersales - innuos do lots of that and they remote linked into my zenith a few times but there isn’t much to go wrong with the Eversolo and it’s easy to use. Get stuck and I’ll talk you through it.
Great Video. Can you play music form a usb A or does it have to be the usb C drive or indeed can you use both. And I assume the artwork shows from usb drive?
After watching reviews of A8 and finding out that it has band equalizers, I went to settings in my A6 and for short period of time it also had band equalizers😊 . Couple days later it disappeared. I reached out to eversolo and they denied that band eq was never available on A6 and to show them pictures or video of that. Unfortunately I do not have any evidence of that but I was happy for that couple of days tinkering with eq. Unfortunately it was removed, I assume with an update. I wish they kept it and had it available on A6. Did any of you guys also experienced band eq on eversolo dmp-A6 for short period of time?
great video , just got my unit yesterday , i wanted to buy a ripping drive , am in the uk
is there a list somewhere of compatable drive as dont want to buy wrong drive ..
thanks again ... ps sounds better than my bluesound in my roksan attessa ..........
Thanks for the video, you mentioned you had renamed the ssd after reformatting. I guess this was done prior to installing it in the eversolo? There’s also a file named eversolo music on the internal storage.
You format it and name it once you put it in 😀
@@13thnotehifireviews7Thanks for help Simon! I was able to get it figured out. Personally, I think the manual for this is awful!
@richm4402 it’s not brilliant , maybe I should pitch it to them to make them a better one.
@@13thnotehifireviews7 That would be awesome! Maybe it just gets lost in translation.
Thank you for the great video, may I ask, did you change the drive name within the Eversolo and if so please could you tell me how
Thanks too, yes you change it when you set it up so you can then find it. 😀👍
I got the Master Edition! I had mine a week. Thanks for the much needed walk around...... Can you please make a video of how to transfer files from pc to ssd.... Would be great help..... Many thanks
Open explorer in windows find the folder by typing in ip address shown in video , drag and drop or copy and paste. Easy no?
@@13thnotehifireviews7 mine keeps saying there is no space 🙈
You are prob trying to move it to the internal storage
Hi. Thanks for sharing. I have ordered this and plan to use it as a preamp connected to my power amplifier. Is there any possibility to connect an active sub to this? If not, my power amplifier has a "loop out" function, can this possibly be used to connect a sub?
I was wondering how this would sound into my exposure xm9 power amplifiers?
Hi there great just wanted a bit of advice after purchasing the Eversolo DMP-A6 on how best to connect for best sound to my Cambridge cxa 81 amp , cheers
Hi I wonder what is best spdif or usb sound wise thanks for a super video
I really wanted to see the rest of the audio options.
What do you mean?
I just got mine today. How do you set start up volume and what does that do?
Great video. Is there some EQ (or PEQ) somewhere? That would be amazing
Will they add Apple Music Classical anytime soon? Need that one.
Thanks for great video, If used as a streamer throught the digital spidif out, does the Volume control work knob/app
Thank you Anders too…😀. yes it does
Simon how do you get new apps on the ever solo, ie Apple Music as its not on my DMP A6 Master at all?
Is there any tone controls/eq in this ?
Hey Simon, great video as always! I have a quick question regarding the radio paradise app. Are you able to skip songs within the app?
Hi Mike thanks for the donation. I will give it a go in a minute for you. Bw Simon.
Looks really good
I have a dac-z8 DAC which connect to my PC via USB-B, should I get DMP-A6 and replace the PC, will it sound better or probably the same? Please advise. Thanks.
High question for anyone in this chat. I just purchased this unit and I'm using the RCA analog out to my AV receiver - Marantz 6011 however, I am not getting any sound whatsoever. Is there a setting or bypass that I need to use on the Eversolo or is there something I'm missing with my receiver? Thank you much I can use anyone's help! I plug the RCA cables into the CD input on the receiver...
Hello, perhaps a silly question but, can you create playlists from the albums you have copied to your SSD drive ? Otherwise.. I guess.. I would have to leave out tracks I don't like on the album when uploading. One thing is missing though.. Headphones output.. on the front left and it would be even better. Great video btw.. Thanks !
what either net cable do you suggest my dealer is trying to sell me a 400 doller cable is this what ill need?
Thanks for the video!
No you don’t need that type of cable . Good shielded audiophile Ethernet cable and inexpensive is all you need as sq differences are small and forgettable
@@maximas76able any cheap one will do , go for the cheapest audiophile brand cable and you’ll be fine
@@13thnotehifireviews7 Thank you very much!
My big question, you manage listening between music locally and the streaming
Love to see you transfer files from your Mac using the network. So I can plagiarize. I have a ton of ALAC files.
Or from a PC. I have 95% of my library in iTunes. The rest is FLAC or mp3. Wonder how hard it is to set up for transfers in finding all the proper IP addresses you need to configure? That'd be a great "how to" video. I guess you can plug in directly using a cable to one of the USB ports though. Wonder if that is more straightforward?
I might do a clip of this in some further videos I’ll do as interludes, especially some Adam audio active speakers I’ve got to review.
@@rosswarren436 I muttled through a network transfer(Mac) as a guest. I never figured out which password they wanted, but logged on as a guest and it seems to have worked(the files went to my 2T drive) No album art and the files are described as: M4A 44.1 16 bit then PCM on the next line. Thought they would say ALAC (apple 's version of FLAC)
@@brucecleland9220 I guess they think that telling you the file format is sufficient. Maybe. But yeah, just saying ALAC would beneficial. Glad you were able to get it done. The problem I fear with transferring files from iTunes is that Apple did their own proprietary database thing with the album art, keeping it separate from the music files in other encrypted folders and not embedded inside the music files.
It would be great if a 3rd party wrote a program that would go into your iTunes music library, find those cover artwork files and embed them into the music files. Unfortunately, I don't know of such a program.
Too often iTunes gets the cover art wrong anyway, so over the years I have manually put artwork in my files using programs such as mp3tag. I'd definitely not want to lose all that work.
@@rosswarren436 Yes no art work. I ripped a CD and also got no art work. I'm just going to keep plugging away. Also, took me way too long to discover the library function and my USB A's were inverted. There may even be a a setting that flips them. That's fortomorrow.
ordered a shirt a couple of weeks ago, i liked the design. Thought you need to know; I received the shirt. the issue is that one sleeve came partially detached from the rest of the shirt. not noticeable unless i wave at someone. I've stopped waving.
That doesn’t sound good. Hopefully the print came out ok. Did you take it up with spring who do my merch and loads of RUclipsrs too? Hopefully they sort it out for you.
@@13thnotehifireviews7 I think I'll see if I can sew it together, but I will notify spring as well.
Thanks very helpful
Hello, can I put an application from the Google market on dmp-a6? If Android is installed there, it should be available
What usb stick capacity does it accept ?
Hi Simon- I am having issues transferring music from a usb thumb drive to the SSD. I am able to access SSD music only from the Files folder. The information is not available in the Library or Albums tabs . Any suggestions?
Maybe down to the drive format type of the usb thumb drive?
I use Tidal and Apple music for streaming to my Schiit Bifrost 2/64 DAC. I switch back and forth from my PC connecting via USB and my iPad Pro using an Apple lighting to USB adapter so I stream lossless to my external DAC. My Schiit DAC is connected to a Schiit Folkvangr amp. I am considering the Eversolo DMP- A6 as a stand-alone streamer. It appears to sell out quickly. For those that are using DMP-A6 with Apple music can it stream loss less? I believe I read only Apple products can accomplish this. I may consider a Mac Mini.
Can it play cassette deck , and record from cassettes cassette deck to laptop via eversolo dmp-6?
Thanks for the two videos, just wish you could have explained how to transfer music files from an external SSD to the internal one. I cannot see how to format my new SSD and how to do the actual transfer.
Happy to help if we have a zoom chat
@@13thnotehifireviews7 I've never done zoom chat, I could download it but I am on Whatsapp if you are.
My brother has Zoom, do you give a time and code?
@@davidnewboult7391 I do have zoom or what’s app chats to people who support me on patreon / PayPal.
@@13thnotehifireviews7 I've ordered an M2 NVME converter case, I'll be able to format and transfer my files, hopefully will be ok then. Happy to support you if I have any more problems. Thanks
Thank you very much for the transcription,obviously english is not my mother language.
The best easy way to scroll and find my own files music is it a computer or tablet contrary to an external drive,isnt it?
Can you make a detailed(step by step) video on how to transfer music from my windows laptop to the SSD drive that i installed. I tried following the one from the Eversolo website but it's too confusing for me. Thank you very much.
I can offer help and advice on that on patreon so please sign up. It’s all low cost. 😀👍🔉🎼
I can't get the VU meter to work, they stay down while playing music
Hello, great vid, same as others you have done, 👍
I have a question on the ssd, in another vid you said pai £38, I looked on amazon its £58, when did you buy the ssd, thanks in advance, 💯
Sorry, my bad, just seen you have the 1tb, I was looking at the 2tb, 🤣
Question.... All my music is on a 6TB external hard drive. I have 1000s of albums on it in MP3 format.
All are in genre, year and have album art work tagged. If I hook it up to the above device will all the info and art show on the Eversolo and play from the screen or do i need to use a external screen?
Yes it does do that
Thank you for the reply. I will look into these further.
@@13thnotehifireviews7
Thanks for nicely produced content..
With the Eversolo unit is the device updated OTA without problem?
Are you continuing to use the DMP+A6?
if so, still relatively slick user interface ?
Yes watch both videos for that Marcus, no issues so far.
Sadly has to return mine. DOA with no QC.
Very good review. Thank you very much!
Can anyone make clear to me if it supports SSD M-2 up to 4TB, or only 2TB? Thanks a lot!
Thanks. I would suggest going on their forum as good source of info. Someone said on here firmware update makes it now 4tb
@@13thnotehifireviews7 thank you very much for your attention.
Hi, if you were to use the A6 with CXA61 what would your connection preference be, USB into 61 or Unbalanced RCA into 61? Appreciate your thoughts.
How would I know when I’ve not tried the cxa?
I ordered a DMP-A6 Master Edition which will come mid june.
I still hesitate with the Hifi Rose rs250a.
I use a Technics su-g700 m2 and I dot know if i'll use the DAC ot the Technics or the streamers's DAC.
Can you help me in my decision? 😄
Thanks
...Apple Music sounds so good.
I enjoyed this video thanks again, maybe a sound demo with the internal dac i really think people will appreciate it 🎉🎉❤
Thanks, a sound demo?
@@13thnotehifireviews7 playing a song with the eversolo internal dac and filming it, there are only reviews but no decent video footage of the streamer performing 👌
As airplay is limited to CD quality, Could this one be the ultimate carrier of apple music high res content?
Repect!
I wish it had an HDMI ARC on board. This one would have churn me of the Node...
Wouldn't be any Android device with decent storage and Apple Music app installed capable of connecting high-res DAC? I guess even Android/Apple phone can be, it's just this streamer is so much more convenient for home non-portable usage and looks great too! :)
just wondering, does the eversolo automatically switch inputs / turn on from signal detection?
That’s one thing it doesn’t do in the app, but I heard they may be bringing a remote out so whether that does that job, could happen.
Most reviewers wouldnt bother about useability considerations. Thanks for going deeper. The optional SSD makes this a music server which means no need for a PC to rip and store CD files anymore. But why do streamer/DAC makers use ARM Cortex CPUs with such low benchmark performance ratings?
What counts is how it sounds
@@jmp622 compared to my Bluesound Node 2i (2019) the DmpA6 seems more resolving in every way...precise imaging of instruments & vocalists in 3D space. Greater sense of being at a live performance. The honeymoon has just begun 🥰
Hello How can we ripe, recording music to the sdd
Drag and drop in windows explorer or Mac finder app or use the file manager app in the unit
Have anyone try adding plexamp, if so how was the experience
Logitech squeezebox were doing VU meters back in 2011
And does the music app support creating playlists? I’d be surprised if it didn’t…
Yes that was showed in the my section