These guys couldn’t be more 180 degrees different from Kevin if they tried 😂. Always great videos from Upscale!

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Is being a 180 degrees different a good thing or bad thing haha 🤣

Another hit gentlemen. I have watched all of videos from the major KZreadrs on each of these 3 units over the past few months. Honestly, you brought quite a bit to the table with your review, and even a few things that were left out of those other reviews. For example, this was the first time seeing the touch screen in action to this extent. Also, your description of the sound, instrument separation, as well as the depth and width of the soundstage stood out and was unique...essential information for any enthusiast. Keep up the great work and hope to see you at the upcoming event this week in Laverne.

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words! We are both going to be there on Thursday, make sure to say hi!

I got an A8 back in March and am extremely happy with it. As you said, vocals sound natural and there is impressive soundstage. It even makes older poor recordings bearable to listen to, something my old streamer, an Eweat (MyMei) DMP-50 (I believe is made by the Eversolo/Zidoo OEM), could never do. I have paired the Eversolo to a Hypex Nilai500DIY 250W stereo power amplifier, a class d amp that sounds extremely detailed yet silky smooth with no top end harshness.

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

What a great way to put it! It really is such an impressive unit!

I've been using the DMP A6 Master Edition w/ an internal linear power supply unit, 2TB Samsung 990 SSD and a Pioneer USB disc drive for ripping/playing CDs. I'm very happy with the Eversolo if I'm being honest. I don't have a ton of experience with streamers, but I really like this one. Granted, the $$$ I've invested into my DMP A6 M.E. at this point is pretty ridiculous. At any rate, I use my Eversolo DMP A6 M.E. for Tidal streaming and as a "hub" for my digital audio files. The Eversolo connects to a Black Ice Audio FusionF360 stereo preamp via XLR and then to an Emotiva XPA-TWO power amp via XLR. I have a pair of the Arendal 1723 THX floor standing speakers and a pair of Emotiva's XS12 12" powered subwoofers. I'm real happy with my "digital chain". Not gonna lie...

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

So excited that you are happy with yours! That sounds like a rad set up!

@dizzle1119

Ай бұрын

@@upscaleaudio I feel like I'm on a good path with my HiFi "journey". lol I'm only 13 months into this, but I'm really happy with the sound I'm getting. I need "better" subs next. I think I may do something custom. Stereo Integrity have a humongous subwoofer right now that looks and sounds incredible. I don't hate the idea of doing a pair of the 18" version of that Stereo Integrity sub in sealed boxes. I definitely need something that's loud/big...but sealed. Custom is my only option as I can't afford the really expensive HiFi stuff.

I like how you described the sound without using audiophile nonsense terms like chocolaty or velvety. Depth, width, natural voices and bass are concepts we can understand.

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Thanks! We are definitely both newer audiophiles and don’t know all the fancy words so we use the words that make sense!

Thanks guys, great video. I have a DMP-A8. I think it is an amazing product. I was wondering what DAC you would suggest as a significant upgrade to the A8's internal dac at the sub $5k price point. I have shifted entirely to digital listening. My system is B&W 802D3, mcintosh c2700 pre, mc462 amp. Thanks

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Hey you could get some great stuff! Two of my mind would be the Primaluna EVO 100 DAC if you want tubes or the Ferrum WANDLA! If you wanted more in depth advice we can definitely get you with one of our experts!

I own a good amount of multichannel (including SACD, DVD-A & PABD 5.1 channel and other) content and have been looking for a streamer and overall player to manage the library I´ve stored in my NAS through DLNA. Reading the user manual for the A6 and A8, they do state that the A6 handles multichannel through its HDMI out port, whereas the A8 lacks such a port, and instead, it has an IIS out jack that could only be connected to an external DAC with an IIS input port. Am I missing something or it is true that the manufacturers of Eversolo did not include this functionality on the A8?

Great review guys! I’ve got a couple of questions if you don’t mind. 1. Does the HDMI ARC input work with digital coax out? Does the volume control work in this mode? 2. Is there a difference in SQ between these devices when used with coax out to a dedicated DAC? Thanks!

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Yes! It is a subtle difference between units when using a DAC but there is still a difference! The HDMI Arc should still work when using a DAC but I haven’t tested it myself!

Newb question: If I play a concert DVD through a cheap player, but have a great DAC is it not going to sound good? If not how do you watch concert DVD's and get reference or at least midfi sound? Thanks.

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Nothing is going to be better then your source (the dvd) you should look at blu ray concerts and I think Amazon has a streaming service for concerts some are even in atmos!

If i'm using an external DAC, will there going to be a difference between the A6 versions? Thanks for beautiful review ❤

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

That is a great question it will be more of a subtle difference

A6 Much better since update. No drop outs and the ‘Music’ library is more functional but still has a way to go. The sound with my external dac (RME ADI-2) is top notch, no complaints

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Great feedback thank you!

Most people miss the amazing ability of A6 HDMI output for multichannel DSD / DSF (SACD) and PCM 7.1 file playback. Try listening to Billy Joel's The Stranger in multichannel DSD in a high quality audiophile surround setup. You will be entranced.

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

I will definitely take it home soon and test that out!

@mix_it_up_bro8735

3 күн бұрын

I own a good amount of multichannel (including SACD, DVD-A & PABD 5.1 channel and other) content and have been looking for a streamer and overall player to manage the library I´ve stored in my NAS through DLNA. Reading the user manual for the A6 and A8, they do state that the A6 handles multichannel through its HDMI out port, whereas the A8 lacks such a port, and instead, it has an IIS out jack that could only be connected to an external DAC with an IIS input port. Am I missing something or it is true that the manufacturers of Eversolo did not include this functionality on the A8?

@chebrubin

3 күн бұрын

@mix_it_up_bro8735 you are correct get the DMP A6 and a ebay Sony bluray player to rip your SACD investment to .dsf files. The Eversolo DMP A6 will play the multichannel DSD content prefectly.

I’m waiting on them doing a firmware upgrade which should add balance control to the DSP before I think of trying the 8.

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

That’s fair!

Please put a list of the components in the system you created to compare these units.

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

The system at the store was the Fyne Audio 704 with a Primaluna EVO 400

Where's the headphone support?

Eversolo A6 Master vs Cambridge CNX100?

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Great idea!

Did you use these as preamps?

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

We did after the video with a T+A power amp!

@bebitonenita65

Ай бұрын

Opinion after using as preamp

Cambridge Audio CXN100 vs Eversolo A8?

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Great video idea topic!

As a streamer only any reason to go above 6?

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Good question! We tested that out too and it was a more subtle difference but still a slight difference. I would say the A6 to the A8 was a better jump if only using as a streamer vs the A6 master.

Please do a video or comment Eversolo A8 using it as a preamp only.

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

That’s a great idea!

@ZEN_X999

25 күн бұрын

​@@upscaleaudio did u do it ?

More cat please.. You guys are good tho . More Kevin too , ..❤❤❤

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Thanks for the support!

@D_Pete

Ай бұрын

Ummm... Kat has been gone for months now....

@joenovak6393

Ай бұрын

Kat had left Upscale and moved to the UK. Kat Ourlian - Global Sales Marketing Director - SME Ltd

@antonyharding5360

Ай бұрын

Thanks for the reply 👍. Quite fancied cat too ..

I would do a video on the A8 VS under $5000 units.

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

Great idea!

I'll wait for the A6 mk2 with HDMI thanks.

@IvanITpro

Ай бұрын

HDMI ARC? Because HDMI audio out is already present on A6’s, but not ARC like on A8

@MohsinWadee

Ай бұрын

@@IvanITpro yes I meant arc. Then it would be perfect.

I like your segment better than Kevin's 😊. You should involve Cathy in your segment and retire Kevin 😅

@upscaleaudio

Ай бұрын

We love making videos and we have some super cool videos coming soon!

You understand what the hell you are explaining there and why you had to be two to say what a streamer does compared to the other streamer. You confuse more than you explain.

You are so tragic!