DRS-1 vs Eversolo DMP-A6 Gen 2
The DMP-A6 Gen 2's signal-to-noise is 128 dB against the DRS-1's 116 dB and its thd 0.000% against 0.010%. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and max sample rate (768 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$799
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About the DRS-1
The Emotiva DRS-1 Differential Reference Streamer combines Emotiva engineering with the Volumio Premium operating system to deliver high-resolution audio from streaming services like Qobuz and Tidal, local USB storage, and network-attached storage. It features a short, clean signal path with an ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M 32-bit DAC chip and OPA1656 op-amps for low noise, crisp transients, and natural sound. Outputs include variable-level balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analog, fixed-level coaxial and optical S/PDIF digital, and HDMI for displaying track info and album art on a TV. Supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Ethernet for wireless and wired connectivity. Compact steel chassis for easy stacking in hi-fi systems.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 768 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- ESS ES9038Q2M SABRE32 Reference
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Outputs
- optical S/PDIF, coaxial S/PDIF
- Analog Outputs
- balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- No
- Chromecast
- No
- Roon Ready
- No
- Spotify Connect
- No
- TIDAL Connect
- No
- Other Services
- Qobuz, Tidal, local NAS/USB
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 267 × 57 × 260 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 2.27 kg (5 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions