Eversolo DMP-A6vsSMSL SU-1
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Eversolo DMP-A6 and SMSL SU-1 — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Eversolo DMP-A6
SMSL SU-1
Chipset
Dual ESS ES9038Q2M
AKM AK4493S
Inputs
WiFi, Ethernet, USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial
Outputs
XLR, RCA, HDMI (Audio)
RCA
Features
6-inch Touchscreen, M.2 SSD Slot (Internal Storage), Roon Ready
MQA Decoding, Bus Powered, Metal Chassis
PCM
—
32-bit / 768kHz
Remote Control
✗
✗
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✗
✗
Price (estimated)
Price
~$1200
~$85
Difference
~$1115.00 cheaper (SMSL SU-1)
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 SU-1
- ⚠No remote control or screen; input switching is a simple button on the front.
- ⚠No balanced outputs (RCA only).
- ⚠Lightweight chassis can easily be pulled off a desk by heavy cables.
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