Hello Srboljub, an excellent review as always. Thanks a lot. I had the LPS for quite some time, but hadn't installed it yet. Due to the fact, that I use my DMP-A6 as a streamer only in combination with the Denafrips ares 12th-1 and Iris 12th I didn't expect the difference to be substantial but you convinced me to give it a try and the first impressions are very positive. After buying, I was a bit of reluctant to try it out, but your opinion, which I appreciate highly, made me give it a try. First impressions are, that it opens the sound a bit more, base is more defined and present, so overall very satisfied so far.
I recently added an LHY LPS50v as a power source for my Pi² Design Mercury Streamer v.1. (Using a Pontus II DAC). I have noticed similar changes in the sound quality of my system that are mentioned here and this review helps to confirm that. THANKS for this review. I bet powering The Volumio Rio Streamer with the LHY LPS50v would create a similar improvement there, as well.
Excellent review! It was very helpful to me, especially comparing it to the Rivo; which I am considering because of your review of it. I am currently using a Node 2i with a PD Creative power supply *interface* board, and an external linear power supply from a US company called Pine Tree Audio. It sounds considerably better as a streamer, than with its stock switch mode power supply. My current reference DAC - the Geshelli Labs J2S (AKM 4499EX chipset) also runs on a different output of that same PTA power supply. It has two transformers and two regulation circuits, and supplies 5V for the Node 2i and 12V for the J2S. Again, the LPS makes a substantial improvement in the sound quality, in my opinion.
Thank you Neil. Based upon your helpful comments on a different board as well as Geno's (from Geshelli) encouragement, I had decided to reach out to Jesse at Pine Tree Audio in order to secure a custom version of his dual variable linear power supply. The idea is to take both my J2S 4499ex and WiiM Mini to their full potential. Just completed the design phase with Jesse and proceeded with my purchase of my custom, dual variable, LPS today. Next step will be to upgrade to the WiiM Pro Plus. Can't wait 😊 While both the A6 and A8 are intriguing, priorities dictate I buy my second S/510 sub and add a tube preamp to my Carver solid state amp first. In time, in time...
Great review, very in depth and insightful. I was skeptical despite this convincing review but the cost was reasonable to try out at least. Wow!!! Night and day difference for the better in my system!!! All the gains you mentioned and more! Unreal, it's like I'm listening to a new system, thank you very much!! Focal Chora 826 Naim Nait XS 3 Rel TX7 Audioquest Big Sur RCA
I got the LHY Kit and it’s 80w LPSU for my Lumin U1 Mini. Yes, there is an obvious difference. Not huge but very obvious. For me it hits the right spot and I find it’s worthwhile.
Please, please review the Teddy Pardo external LPS. It is said that this unit delivers even a quieter source of power but at a higher price. It would be interesting to compare the two and determine if it would perform even better.
@iiWiReviews do you save all your analysis in some excel spreadsheet or something? Massive credibility in your reviews when you repeat the same comparison notes. Truly amazing. ❤
I don't write anything down, but I latch onto familiar references and keep them around. I do plug in those devices again to refresh my memory when needed for a reeviw.
I have an 8 grand streamer dac that has 2 of those power supplies in it, so it's in higher end stuff. It also makes sense that it made a bigger difference than the external power supply as it's were it should be, close to what it's supplying with less noise interference.
Question: Did you have a listen using the Eversolo w/LHY LPS as a streamer only and play using The Gustard DAC? If so, is there a noticeable sound improvement?
This is so telling, thank you so much as not many have taken this route in comparing. Interesting, as Beatechnik also has a LPS for the Volumio Rivo. Wondering how that would change things - if at all - compared to the Shanti LPS.
Hi I have an Eversolo DMP-A6 standard version but with the LPS LHY upgrade, in fact it was your video that made me decide to take it, what do you think of its association with the Gustard A26 or R26 ? Do you think I will go further than with the internal streamer ? Best
Many audiophiles interested for Eversolo already have decent DAC which is better than A6 and maybe even A8. It is waste of money buying Streamer / DAC paying for inferior quality DAC built in. I hope they will come out with reference quality Streamer only unit like Hifi Rose or Aurender did
You nailed I'd but I start loosing my faith with Everson changing models every 3 to 6 moths. I wish I could afford the HI fi Rose rs 130. I seriously think to try the whim pro +. I had enough with my Cambridge Audio 851N and the CXN v1
Review from "Soundnews" (on YT) says linear power is used for the analog section and switching for the digital. He just says it in passing, maybe he means linear for the conversion to analog. Hans Beekhuyzen has a video about the pros and cons of various power supplies, must look it up again. Begs the question anyways -- is a linear power supply beneficial if using an external DAC ... EDIT// he does say here it improves the digital out.
All the things you describe in terms of upgrading the sound to have better texture, space, relaxed, layering, spaciousness, speed, natural, etc. is what happens when you de-crappify the USB input with various devices. For instance, I have the now discontinued iFi Audio iGalvanic3.0 connected inbetween my computer's USB output and my DAC USB input. The reclocking, regenerating of the power, the de-jittering, etc. & the galvanic de-coupling, accomplishes the same things as this linear power supply. Now if you had them both : O
If I do a 'Blind test" will I be able to easily distiguish between a regular power supply and a linear power supply or the differences will be so minimal?!! I don't believe on a lot of Snake-oil stuff I have heard before!!
Hi. Does the dmp A6 with lps used as digital transport sound better than ifi zen stream with a decent linear power supply? I am thinking of upgrading my digital transport. Which digital output did you use when comparing to rivo - USB or coax? Thank you once again for a great review!
If a standard DMP-A6 was not good enough for me, I’d rather go with the Master edition, or even straight away the A8, instead of tinkering and still not achieving the same.
Eversolo should just implement a linear power supply into the A6. In a way they did in the master edition, but that is still switch mode. If using a cheaper switch mode supply it should be external to make the life of audio enthousiasts easier.
Nice review, i have the A6 standard. What would u recommend to keep the A6 and buy external dac (pontus12) and LPS . And sell the A6 and get the A8 ? Thanks and more power
Hello Srboljub, in your opinion does the LPS upgrade for the ever solo dmp a6 bring it on the same streaming level as the volumio Rivo with its power supply upgrade? Than you for your time
Hi :) Are you goind to review the new audalythic / gustard ah90 new streamer dac soon? It seems like a really good value product, plus it offers a separate 12v power input beside the main power inlet... If so, that would be awesome ;)
I realize my previous comment is not totally valid since the RME does not contain a streamer. I realize this changes the value comparison. As is always the case, value is defined by these who make the decision with their money. I just want to be fair and acknowledge that I did not make a totally fair conclusion.
Decision, decision, decision. I don't like to touch or make changes to any devices as I like to keep the original condition as much as possible. Tempting to upgrade the A6 ....
Option should be to buy the upgraded or standard device. Then the cost will be more reasonable. Ex. Fosi V3 could be ordered on Ali with the 48V brick or the standard brick. Value to customer. Finally, what is a customer going to with the standard internal power supply of the eversolo? 😢
@@enricolisk1357 it depends how you diy it. If you use the Ian Canada power supply and a good transformer, it will be cheaper. If you use the Lhy, I think it's about the same.
but at that point is it not better to add 200 euros/dollars and connect the Eversolo to a Topping D70 pro Sabre or an SMSL su9 Pro Dac for example? You will get a proper new quality device in your system, the same or more advantages in music quality and you will not screw the warranty of your eversolo possibly damaging the other components with the noticeable higher temperature caused by the new power supply. I would understand the hype if this thing would cost 50-80 euros, not more than 300 ( with custom taxes). Simply absurd
Who, 50 years ago, thought that one day linear power supplies will become so sexy😊, back at the technical school 50 years back the teachers had to force us to this boring subject of calculating and selecting transformers, inductors and capacitors. This is marketing at it’s best
You pay 750 quid for a device then expect people to spend another 250 on a replacement PSU , you must be mad,can you really hear a difference in sound ?. if so why didnt you get a better quality device in the first place. where you don't have to void its warrenty !
So it begins, guys - cable sound comes next. This review should renamed to " DMP-A6 original LPS is so bad, spending 300 bucks and upgrading it with a quality one, makes the unit sound how it should" - that would at least be honest
No need for such cynicism really. It's like tuning a car that's already fast to get more power and even more speed. Do you need it really - of course not. Do you want it, and is it fun to do - hell yes. At least if you're into fast cars. I'm not really but I am into HiFi, power supplies, cables, and all that.
@@iiWiReviews Where will this end? by things like - changing the internal DAC Board with a better and more expensive one, will deliver better sound? If this is the beginning of a new manufacturer strategy to make money, then this will be the end of having fun buying qualitiy units in a final quality state for the customers and makes reviewing units even harder.
No it’s not the beginning of a new manufacturer making more money by offering upgrades, Eversolo don’t offer this it’s a separate upgrade offered by LHY. There’s plenty of aftermarket manufacturers offering upgrades for hifi has been forever it’s nothing new. People like to tinker upgrade improve what’s wrong with that.
I usually enjoy your reviews, but this one falls way short. I cannot understand how you continue to promote the Eversolo when you repeatedly say that other DACs present the sound in ways that are fuller, clearer and have better soundstage, You seem to forget (or choose to ignore) the fact that with the linear power supply the price of the A6 is $1,1000 (USD)! Comparisons that show a $400 or $600 DAC as equal or better to an $1.100 DAC are not at all flattering to the A6. This video confirms my decision not to buy the A6. For practically the same price, the RME-AU2 has significantly more to offer than the Eversolo, in my opinion. Your milage my vary.
Do you understand what a streamer is ? This isn't primarily a DAC... Nor a pre amp. The benefits here are mostly being a great streamer. The fact that the dac is decent and can be upgraded with a LPS is a bonus. The pre amp bit isn't worth thou. Pre amp better in A8 tho
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Hello Srboljub, an excellent review as always. Thanks a lot. I had the LPS for quite some time, but hadn't installed it yet. Due to the fact, that I use my DMP-A6 as a streamer only in combination with the Denafrips ares 12th-1 and Iris 12th I didn't expect the difference to be substantial but you convinced me to give it a try and the first impressions are very positive. After buying, I was a bit of reluctant to try it out, but your opinion, which I appreciate highly, made me give it a try. First impressions are, that it opens the sound a bit more, base is more defined and present, so overall very satisfied so far.
Great to hear that. Enjoy!
I recently added an LHY LPS50v as a power source for my Pi² Design Mercury Streamer v.1. (Using a Pontus II DAC). I have noticed similar changes in the sound quality of my system that are mentioned here and this review helps to confirm that. THANKS for this review. I bet powering The Volumio Rio Streamer with the LHY LPS50v would create a similar improvement there, as well.
Excellent review! It was very helpful to me, especially comparing it to the Rivo; which I am considering because of your review of it.
I am currently using a Node 2i with a PD Creative power supply *interface* board, and an external linear power supply from a US company called Pine Tree Audio. It sounds considerably better as a streamer, than with its stock switch mode power supply.
My current reference DAC - the Geshelli Labs J2S (AKM 4499EX chipset) also runs on a different output of that same PTA power supply. It has two transformers and two regulation circuits, and supplies 5V for the Node 2i and 12V for the J2S. Again, the LPS makes a substantial improvement in the sound quality, in my opinion.
Thank you Neil. Based upon your helpful comments on a different board as well as Geno's (from Geshelli) encouragement, I had decided to reach out to Jesse at Pine Tree Audio in order to secure a custom version of his dual variable linear power supply. The idea is to take both my J2S 4499ex and WiiM Mini to their full potential. Just completed the design phase with Jesse and proceeded with my purchase of my custom, dual variable, LPS today. Next step will be to upgrade to the WiiM Pro Plus. Can't wait 😊
While both the A6 and A8 are intriguing, priorities dictate I buy my second S/510 sub and add a tube preamp to my Carver solid state amp first.
In time, in time...
@@Artemis_Prix Sounds like a good plan to me!
Great review, very in depth and insightful. I was skeptical despite this convincing review but the cost was reasonable to try out at least. Wow!!! Night and day difference for the better in my system!!! All the gains you mentioned and more! Unreal, it's like I'm listening to a new system, thank you very much!!
Focal Chora 826
Naim Nait XS 3
Rel TX7
Audioquest Big Sur RCA
Interesting. Thx. I look forward to your review of the A8 vs. the A6 (with both power supplies)!
Jos jedna vrhunska recenzija. Srbo, hvala i samo napred. Nesone.
I got the LHY Kit and it’s 80w LPSU for my Lumin U1 Mini. Yes, there is an obvious difference. Not huge but very obvious. For me it hits the right spot and I find it’s worthwhile.
Excellent vid. Cool runnings
Kao i uvijek prava vrhunska recenzija. Mislim da će A6 sa linearnim napajanjem biti top kombinacija kao streamer povezan na moj Gustard A26 DAC!
Please, please review the Teddy Pardo external LPS. It is said that this unit delivers even a quieter source of power but at a higher price. It would be interesting to compare the two and determine if it would perform even better.
@iiWiReviews do you save all your analysis in some excel spreadsheet or something? Massive credibility in your reviews when you repeat the same comparison notes. Truly amazing. ❤
I don't write anything down, but I latch onto familiar references and keep them around. I do plug in those devices again to refresh my memory when needed for a reeviw.
I have an 8 grand streamer dac that has 2 of those power supplies in it, so it's in higher end stuff. It also makes sense that it made a bigger difference than the external power supply as it's were it should be, close to what it's supplying with less noise interference.
Question: Did you have a listen using the Eversolo w/LHY LPS as a streamer only and play using The Gustard DAC? If so, is there a noticeable sound improvement?
This is so telling, thank you so much as not many have taken this route in comparing. Interesting, as Beatechnik also has a LPS for the Volumio Rivo. Wondering how that would change things - if at all - compared to the Shanti LPS.
Hi
I have an Eversolo DMP-A6 standard version but with the LPS LHY upgrade, in fact it was your video that made me decide to take it, what do you think of its association with the Gustard A26 or R26 ?
Do you think I will go further than with the internal streamer ?
Best
Many audiophiles interested for Eversolo already have decent DAC which is better than A6 and maybe even A8. It is waste of money buying Streamer / DAC paying for inferior quality DAC built in. I hope they will come out with reference quality Streamer only unit like Hifi Rose or Aurender did
You nailed I'd but I start loosing my faith with Everson changing models every 3 to 6 moths. I wish I could afford the HI fi Rose rs 130. I seriously think to try the whim pro +. I had enough with my Cambridge Audio 851N and the CXN v1
Great review, as always :)
Thanks for the detailed review and comparisons. It would be great to see you review the Wiim Pro with an LHY or Allo Shanti LPS.
I did a Wiim pro plus review and there is a part with Allo Shanti there.
Very comprehensive review 👍. The A8 uses a hybrid linear/ switching PS. I'll wait for third party equivalents coming soon, I presume.
Review from "Soundnews" (on YT) says linear power is used for the analog section and switching for the digital. He just says it in passing, maybe he means linear for the conversion to analog. Hans Beekhuyzen has a video about the pros and cons of various power supplies, must look it up again. Begs the question anyways -- is a linear power supply beneficial if using an external DAC ... EDIT// he does say here it improves the digital out.
All the things you describe in terms of upgrading the sound to have better texture, space, relaxed, layering, spaciousness, speed, natural, etc. is what happens when you de-crappify the USB input with various devices. For instance, I have the now discontinued iFi Audio iGalvanic3.0 connected inbetween my computer's USB output and my DAC USB input. The reclocking, regenerating of the power, the de-jittering, etc. & the galvanic de-coupling, accomplishes the same things as this linear power supply. Now if you had them both : O
If I do a 'Blind test" will I be able to easily distiguish between a regular power supply and a linear power supply or the differences will be so minimal?!!
I don't believe on a lot of Snake-oil stuff I have heard before!!
Hi. Does the dmp A6 with lps used as digital transport sound better than ifi zen stream with a decent linear power supply? I am thinking of upgrading my digital transport. Which digital output did you use when comparing to rivo - USB or coax? Thank you once again for a great review!
Did you try use Eversolo like as streamer to Gustard R26? I'm think about this connection, but I'm don't know what's can give me this connection
If a standard DMP-A6 was not good enough for me, I’d rather go with the Master edition, or even straight away the A8, instead of tinkering and still not achieving the same.
A8 and A8ME 4months from now. It never ends.
@@joenovak6393 yes looking forward to the A10, with R2R DAC, bigger screen, Dirac etc
Oh wait, they have to save up something for the A12 😉
Eversolo should just implement a linear power supply into the A6. In a way they did in the master edition, but that is still switch mode. If using a cheaper switch mode supply it should be external to make the life of audio enthousiasts easier.
They didn’t implement a linear power supply into the master edition it’s the same SMPS. They have integrated a dual LPS & SMPS into the new A8
Nice review, i have the A6 standard. What would u recommend to keep the A6 and buy external dac (pontus12) and LPS . And sell the A6 and get the A8 ? Thanks and more power
I would go the route of LPS and Pontus if budget allows. I belive you would get more tonal richness that way.
Yes, power supplies make a big difference in a high definition system.
Hello Srboljub, in your opinion does the LPS upgrade for the ever solo dmp a6 bring it on the same streaming level as the volumio Rivo with its power supply upgrade? Than you for your time
04:51 vs Volumio Rivo and Allo Shanti
I can't get the VU meter to work, they stay down while playing music
Some real talk right there
Please try the Gustard AH90 with a L.P.S. 🙏🙏
Hi :)
Are you goind to review the new audalythic / gustard ah90 new streamer dac soon?
It seems like a really good value product, plus it offers a separate 12v power input beside the main power inlet... If so, that would be awesome ;)
I will. Can't say when, it's still in transit.
I realize my previous comment is not totally valid since the RME does not contain a streamer. I realize this changes the value comparison. As is always the case, value is defined by these who make the decision with their money. I just want to be fair and acknowledge that I did not make a totally fair conclusion.
How can we say the HDMI digital audio out improves with the LPS upgrade????
Good if you already got the A6, I'm waiting on the New A8
It has twice the price
Decision, decision, decision. I don't like to touch or make changes to any devices as I like to keep the original condition as much as possible. Tempting to upgrade the A6 ....
GM☕️ from Toronto…
Given the price …if you’ve already got an A6 …then it’s probably worth the upgrade.
OR….save your money and get the new A8 …🤔🤔
Or keep the stock A6 and buy R26, if you dont need the preamp and dsp...
Was this master or standard edition A6?
How about using the LPS on the Eversolo A6 Master Edition? It might be a more cost-effective improvement than going to the A8.
I never had a chance to try Master Edition but A8 review with this comparison is coming soon.
You could also compare it to the RME + Allo Shanti or the new DMP-A8 !
RME was a loan so don't have it anymore. A8 review coming soon and so is this comparison.
Wonder how the upgrade sounds with the master version that I have?
Anyone compared?
Hi! What about cheaper PS such as ifi ipower 2?
I don't see a way to use it on DMP-A6
Option should be to buy the upgraded or standard device. Then the cost will be more reasonable. Ex. Fosi V3 could be ordered on Ali with the 48V brick or the standard brick. Value to customer. Finally, what is a customer going to with the standard internal power supply of the eversolo? 😢
This PS is made by LHY, not by EverSolo... It's an aftermarket part for tuning if someone wants to.
@iiWiReviews Ahhh that explains it. Thank you for the quick clarification.
Audiophonics sells it pre installed
@@Pete.across.the.street Nice. Is it more affordable than DIY upgrade?
@@enricolisk1357 it depends how you diy it. If you use the Ian Canada power supply and a good transformer, it will be cheaper. If you use the Lhy, I think it's about the same.
Can you tell about dmp6 with linear supply vs master édition?
I can't because I never tried Master Edition.
Hay mucha diferencia de sonido entre el WiiM pro y eversolo A6 solo como streamers?
There is a big difference in sound quality VS the cheaper wiim.
But of course, you need gear to tell the difference.
but at that point is it not better to add 200 euros/dollars and connect the Eversolo to a Topping D70 pro Sabre or an SMSL su9 Pro Dac for example? You will get a proper new quality device in your system, the same or more advantages in music quality and you will not screw the warranty of your eversolo possibly damaging the other components with the noticeable higher temperature caused by the new power supply. I would understand the hype if this thing would cost 50-80 euros, not more than 300 ( with custom taxes). Simply absurd
For the price DMP-A6 is asking for, I am actually surprised that it comes with switching power supply and not linear one!
Who, 50 years ago, thought that one day linear power supplies will become so sexy😊,
back at the technical school 50 years back the teachers had to force us to this boring subject of calculating and selecting transformers, inductors and capacitors.
This is marketing at it’s best
Nop. My dac is humble. Topping E50. You can feed it with a cell Charger. But with ifi ipower 2 sounds notably better
You pay 750 quid for a device then expect people to spend another 250 on a replacement PSU , you must be mad,can you really hear a difference in sound ?. if so why didnt you get a better quality device in the first place. where you don't have to void its warrenty !
50-100 dollars is more reasonable. What they want is a rip off.
Sorry, gotta agree with others here.. a waste of money!! 😢
Rip off as it already cost £750 in uk then another £286 that put way over £1000 price tag
I think the eversolo is a good price at £750,
What sounds better at that price?
I’m sure you can provide it for a mere £17.50 😂🤣😂🤣
How can it be a rip off when it is a optional upgrade provided by a different supplier? No one is forcing you to buy it.
Maaaan 36 quid is wayyyyyy over ...I wish I came to your school dude
So it begins, guys - cable sound comes next.
This review should renamed to " DMP-A6 original LPS is so bad, spending 300 bucks and upgrading it with a quality one, makes the unit sound how it should"
- that would at least be honest
Maybe this hobby isn't for you.
No need for such cynicism really. It's like tuning a car that's already fast to get more power and even more speed. Do you need it really - of course not. Do you want it, and is it fun to do - hell yes. At least if you're into fast cars. I'm not really but I am into HiFi, power supplies, cables, and all that.
@@iiWiReviews Where will this end? by things like - changing the internal DAC Board with a better and more expensive one, will deliver better sound?
If this is the beginning of a new manufacturer strategy to make money, then this will be the end of having fun buying qualitiy units in a final quality state for the customers and makes reviewing units even harder.
No it’s not the beginning of a new manufacturer making more money by offering upgrades, Eversolo don’t offer this it’s a separate upgrade offered by LHY. There’s plenty of aftermarket manufacturers offering upgrades for hifi has been forever it’s nothing new. People like to tinker upgrade improve what’s wrong with that.
11:54 Nothing as long as the car runs and the rent is paid. You'd be surprised...
I usually enjoy your reviews, but this one falls way short. I cannot understand how you continue to promote the Eversolo when you repeatedly say that other DACs present the sound in ways that are fuller, clearer and have better soundstage, You seem to forget (or choose to ignore) the fact that with the linear power supply the price of the A6 is $1,1000 (USD)! Comparisons that show a $400 or $600 DAC as equal or better to an $1.100 DAC are not at all flattering to the A6. This video confirms my decision not to buy the A6. For practically the same price, the RME-AU2 has significantly more to offer than the Eversolo, in my opinion. Your milage my vary.
Do you understand what a streamer is ? This isn't primarily a DAC... Nor a pre amp. The benefits here are mostly being a great streamer. The fact that the dac is decent and can be upgraded with a LPS is a bonus. The pre amp bit isn't worth thou. Pre amp better in A8 tho
😊@@wegardfjeld3789