Eversolo Introduces the Innovative "play" Streaming Amplifier to the Audiophile Market
Eversolo has unveiled its latest offering for the mainstream audiophile market: the play streaming amplifier. Featuring a distinctive lowercase "p" in its branding, the play stands out with its 5.5″ touchscreen on the front panel. This touchscreen provides intuitive access to the customized Android operating system, which operates similarly to Eversolo’s previous streaming DAC models like the DMP-A6, -A8, and -A10. The system ensures bit-perfect handling of high-resolution Apple Music streams and incorporates advanced room correction technologies.
The user interface has received significant upgrades, simplifying controls into six key categories: Music Services, Functions, Apps, Connect, Cloud, and Settings. This redesign aims to enhance the user experience by making navigation more straightforward and efficient. Additionally, the accompanying play app extends the functionality of the touchscreen, offering a global search feature that aggregates content from multiple online sources configured by the user.
From a construction standpoint, the play boasts a CNC unibody chassis made from high-strength aluminum alloy, with the entire base serving as an effective heatsink. Internally, the amplifier is powered by a DAC circuit centered around the AKM AK4493 chip, delivering an impressive signal-to-noise ratio of ≥109dB (A-weighted) and a total harmonic distortion of just 0.0037%. The Class D amplifier is robust, providing 60 watts per channel into 8 Ohms or 110 watts per channel into 4 Ohms, making it suitable for a wide range of speakers from compact monitors to full-range floorstanders.
Connectivity options on the back panel are comprehensive, including coaxial and TOSLINK inputs, HDMI ARC, and MM/MC phono inputs. There is also a subwoofer output, a USB-A socket for storage devices, and a USB-A output for connecting to external DACs. The play is available in two editions: the Standard Edition priced at €699 and the CD Edition at €799, which includes a Hitachi/LG CD-ROM drive. Both versions are set to ship this month, offering versatile options for different user preferences.
Overall, the Eversolo play streaming amplifier positions itself as a formidable contender in the high-resolution network streamer market. With support for major services such as Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Roon, and more, along with a premium DAC based on the ESS Sabre platform, the play delivers both technical excellence and user-focused features. Its powerful amplification and extensive connectivity make it a versatile addition to any audiophile’s setup.
