Description
The EverSolo DAC-Z6 is a powerful DAC based on a neat technical structure. It embeds high-end components with notably two ESS ES9068 digital/analog conversion chips and a XMOS XU316 USB interface allowing it to support high resolution audio streams and to provide a clear and detailed sound reproduction. The DAC-Z6 also offers a wide range of features making it a versatile and efficient device.
ES9068AS Dual DAC
The heart of the DAC-Z6, its digital-to-analog conversion stage, is equipped with a pair of ESS ES9068AS chips. These ensure low distortion and noise for a seamless high-fidelity music experience. This balanced structure also greatly reduces interference that could alter the integrity of the audio signal. In addition, the DAC-Z6’s audio circuitry is specifically calibrated to deliver its full potential.
XMOS 316 USB interface
The USB input of the DAC-Z6 is combined with an XMOS 316 interface, which is able to process audio data quickly and efficiently for optimal signal transmission. This chip also supports high-resolution streams up to PCM 32bit 768kHz and DSD512 Native, as well as MQA files.
MQA
The EverSolo DAC-Z6 supports the decoding of MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) files from its USB, Toslink optical and coaxial inputs. This format allows to enjoy a sound quality as close as possible to the original studio recording.
High precision clocks
The DAC-Z6 is equipped with two very high precision clocks on the frequencies 45.1584MHz and 49.152MHz. These allow you to enjoy a high quality decoding, ensuring a very low jitter for a detailed and accurate sound.
Amplifier circuit & Balanced preamp output
The DAC-Z6’s analog audio circuitry is fully balanced and uses multiple OPAs. The XLR, RCA and headphone outputs are all processed by a balanced differential amplifier circuit ensuring low noise and improved channel separation. The high-fidelity preamplifier circuitry provides precise and efficient volume control.
Bluetooth 5.0
In addition to full connectivity, the DAC-Z6 features a Qualcomm QCC5125 Bluetooth 5.0 receiver, making it possible to stream music remotely from a smartphone or tablet, for example, while supporting the high-resolution aptX HD and LDAC transmission codecs for high-quality wireless playback.
A powerful headphone amplifier
The DAC-Z6’s headphone amplifier also performs very well and is capable of providing comfortable power to accompany headphones with impedance from 16 to 300Ω without difficulty. This one also has a two-step gain control to accommodate both demanding headphones and more sensitive earphones.
Control app
The DAC-Z6 can be controlled via the free EverSolo Control App available on Android and iOS. The latter allows access to the vast majority of the settings available on the device.
Color Screen & Intuitive Interface
The front panel of the DAC-Z6 features a beautiful 3″ color LCD screen. This one displays an ergonomic and intuitive interface allowing you to access all the functions and parameters of the DAC.
Multi-function button
The DAC’s multi-function knob can be used to control the volume level, navigate menus, select a source or output, change filters, change the display, etc. It allows full control of the device in a convenient way.
SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth protocol
Headphone output: 6.3mm single-ended
THD+N@A-wt:0.000094%@1kHz(-120dB@1kHz)
THD+N@No-wt:0.000117%@1kHz(-118dB@1kHz)
Noise@No-wt :<3uVrms
SNR)@No-wt:125@1kHz
frequency response:20Hz-20kHz(±0.15dB)
CROSSTALK:-123dB@1kHz
DNR)@No-wt:125dB@1kHz
THD+N@A-wt:0.000116%@1kHz(-118dB@1kHz)
THD+N@No-wt:0.000138%@1kHz(-117dB@1kHz)
Noise@No-wt :<2.5uVrms
SNR)@No-wt:21dB@1kHz
frequency response:20Hz-20kHz(±0.15dB)
CROSSTALK:-118dB@1kHz
DNR)@No-wt:121dB@1kHz
(low gain mode)
Max Power:: 45 mW@32Ω
THD+N@A-wt:0.00028%@1kHz(-111dB@1kHz)
THD+N@No-wt:0.00031%@1kHz(-110dB@1kHz)
Noise@No-wt :<3.5uVrms
SNR)@No-wt:114dB@1kHz
frequency response:20Hz-20kHz(±0.15dB)
DNR)@No-wt:114dB@1kHz
(high gain mode)
Max Power: 26 mW@300Ω
THD+N@A-wt:0.00014%@1kHz(-117dB@1kHz)
THD+N@No-wt:0.00016%@1kHz(-116dB@1kHz)
Noise@No-wt :<3.5uVrms
SNR)@No-wt:121dB@1kHz
frequency response:20Hz-20kHz(±0.15dB)
DNR)@No-wt:121dB@1kHz