Eversolo DMP-A6: Anyone streaming Qobuz directly in from internet, no computer?
I just read Sterophile’s review on the new DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen2 streaming D/A processor, and the reviewer says Qobuz comes pre-installed on the steamer, you just need to sign in to use it.
My issue is that I don’t want to play music files stored on my computer: I just want to stream Qobuz over the internet directly to my stereo, using the DMP-A6 as my music source. I have a vinyl collection, I have an excellent SACD player, and I don’t want to take on setting up and storing hi-res audio files on my computer or a separate server, my life’s complicated enough already.
Has anyone here tried streaming Qobuz directly into an Eversolo streamer, then out to their amplifier? Or heard of someone else doing it? If I can get it to work for me and improve the sound quality, $1,395.00 is a pretty reasonable price of entry.
Thanks for your input ;-)
It couldn't be simpler. It is one of the listed "Streaming" sources under the "Streaming" icon (along with Tidal, Deezer, Apple Music, etc). You log in once and then can control through the touch screen or your phone app. No computer needed and no cable to computer. You must connect to your home network via Ethernet cable or WiFi. If you choose, you can connect up your PC and use it as an input source via USB. |
Installation of any streaming app is an easy task. Preinstallation does not mean you don't need to pay for the monthly or annual subscription. Check on that. Have you heard the issue with Qobuz https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/qobuz-still-messed-up Please make sure you like the Eversolo house sound before committing to the purchase. |
Obviously you have a Qobuz subscription, so you just login to the service on whatever streamer you buy. The "issue" with Qobuz relates to a handful of Hi-Res+ files that were corrupted during a data migration. They are fixing the issue. The sky is not falling. If I were you, I’d get the DMP and the $1,300 Blue Sound NODE ICON from Amazon and keep the one you like best. I just compared the ICON as a standalone streamer/DAC with a BlueSound NODE N130 with an upgraded linear power supply connected to a Black Ice Tube DAC with NOS Mullard tubes, and it was super close. I was pleasantly surprised. You’ll get better support from BlueSound. If you happen to have an SXM Radio account for your car, you can listen to it via the ICON as well. |
