Eversolo DMP-A6vsSMSL D-6s
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Eversolo DMP-A6 and SMSL D-6s — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Eversolo DMP-A6
SMSL D-6s
Chipset
Dual ESS ES9038Q2M
ESS ES9039Q2M
Inputs
WiFi, Ethernet, USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.1 (LDAC)
Outputs
XLR, RCA, HDMI (Audio)
XLR (Balanced), RCA
Features
6-inch Touchscreen, M.2 SSD Slot (Internal Storage), Roon Ready
Remote Control, Sound Color Modes, 5V/2.4V Output Switch
Remote Control
✗
✓
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✗
✗
Price (estimated)
Price
~$1200
~$199
Difference
~$1001.00 cheaper (SMSL D-6s)
Things to Know
Eversolo DMP-A6
- ⚠Does not come with a physical remote control (app control or optional purchase).
- ⚠Internal DAC is excellent, but the unit is often used purely as a streamer transport for even higher-end DACs.
- ⚠Boot-up time is slower than a simple DAC (runs a modified Android OS).
SMSL D-6s
- ⚠The display is a simple 7-segment LED, which looks dated compared to OLED screens.
- ⚠The 'Sound Color' modes are very subtle and barely audible to most users.
- ⚠Bluetooth antenna is plastic and feels a bit cheap.
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