I just ordered a T8, supposed to ship next month. It's a replacement (maybe) for my Node 2i moded with a Teddy Pardo LPS. Once I get it, I will run both to compare the SQ. Soundstage and imaging are my hot buttons, so if Soundstage suffers on the T8 it will probably go back. I'll be outputting both units to a PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk1 moded by APS Transformers. One thing about both the T8 and the Node is that they both support Amazon HD and Idagio, which are the two streaming services I use. Innuos and Aurender do not.
Eversolo T8 vs Lumin U2 and Laiv Harmony DAC
Tested the Eversolo T8 for a couple days now.
Some quick points:
In a stereo setup with USB to Fezz Audio Equinox tube DAC with Fezz Lybra 300B amp and Harbeth HL5+ XD speakers against the Lumin U2. The Eversolo is compressed between the speakers. Sound stage is just within each speaker and vocals very centered. The Lumin U2 extends the sound stage about 10 feet outside the speakers either side and much more 3D depth. Instruments and vocals much more in real positions rather than compressed to center.
In headphone setup with LAIV Harmony DAC to Woo Audio WA22 balanced tube amp and Focal Utopia. USB sounds more organic but a little less clear. I2S sounds more detailed but has a slight harshness. Almost like the I2S connection is not perfectly matching to the LAIV I2S input. Compared to Denafrips ARCE into Ares 15th with I2S I would say the Denafrips is a little warmer and more musical with good sync between streamer and DAC.
Just some initial thoughts. Overall for the price it is a good streamer. Lumin U2 is much much better.
I'll wait for the LAIV streamer and return the Eversolo.
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@kmcong , I have experienced zero issues with soundstage/imaging issues with my T8. In fact, it excels in this area in my system and creates a fantastic illusion of real music in real space. I think you will be pleased. |
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