Having already made a name for itself in the affordable streaming space with products like the T8 Streaming Transport, Play Network Amplifier, and flagship DMP-A10 Music Streamer/Preamp, Eversolo is now stepping into the heavyweight ring—taking direct swings at FiiO, Rotel, and Schiit Audio—with its latest contender, the DAC-Z10. This new DAC/headphone amp aims to deliver serious audiophile performance, modern connectivity, and enough power to make even seasoned listeners take notice.
According to the company, the DAC-Z10 was engineered to “rediscover the true sound” through precise signal-path design and careful tuning intended to preserve musical warmth while maintaining clarity — a measured blend of digital accuracy and analog character.
Eversolo DAC-Z10 Overview
The DAC-Z10 is built around Eversolo’s proprietary Fully Isolated Architecture (FIA™), which physically separates digital and analog circuits to reduce interference and preserve signal integrity.
Internal Layout: Inside, three independent linear power supplies feed the left channel, right channel, and system circuitry. By isolating each section, Eversolo minimizes noise and distortion—allowing for a cleaner soundstage and more precise stereo imaging.
Dual AKM DAC Modules: At the heart of the DAC-Z10 are dual AKM decoding modules, with each channel powered by its own AK4191 and AK4499 chipset. This fully discrete design keeps the left and right channels isolated from input to output, improving channel separation, dynamic range, and overall resolution. With AKM’s Velvet Sound architecture, the DAC-Z10 maintains ultra-low distortion (THD+N 0.00008%) and a wide dynamic range of 130 dB, even when processing high-resolution DSD512 or PCM 768 kHz/32-bit audio.
Precision Volume Control: The DAC-Z10’s independent left and right channels extend to its volume control system. Instead of relying on a conventional digital attenuator—which can introduce quantization loss—Eversolo uses a precision R2R resistor ladder for each channel. This design preserves phase alignment and signal integrity across the entire volume range, ensuring every adjustment results in smooth, accurate analog-level control from whisper-quiet to full output.
Headphone Amplifier: Eversolo integrates a dedicated headphone amplifier with a standard 6.35 mm output that automatically detects headphone impedance and adjusts gain to match. In high-gain mode, the DAC-Z10 delivers up to 1 watt into both 16 ohms and 32 ohms loads, providing enough drive for demanding dynamic and planar magnetic headphones without distortion or loss of control.
The DAC-Z10 as a Preamplifier: Beyond its role as a DAC and headphone amplifier, the DAC-Z10 also functions as a fully balanced preamplifier. It supports both XLR and RCA analog inputs and outputs for the left and right channels and offers up to +10 dB of analog gain. Combined with its precision R2R volume control network, the DAC-Z10 maintains ultra-low distortion and a wide dynamic range, making it capable of directly driving power amplifiers or active loudspeakers with ease.
Connectivity: The DAC-Z10 includes an extensive range of connection options for integration into high-end systems. Inputs include USB Audio, dual coaxial, dual optical, I2S, AES/EBU, and HDMI ARC/eARC. The USB input features a multi-core audio processor that supports DSD512 Native and PCM 768 kHz/32-bit lossless transmission. The HDMI I2S input offers eight user-selectable modes to ensure compatibility with a wide range of digital sources from various brands. Each input is electrically isolated to prevent ground loop interference, ensuring the cleanest possible signal path and optimized sound quality.
Bluetooth: The DAC-Z10 integrates Bluetooth connectivity via Qualcomm’s QCC5125 module, supporting high-resolution wireless audio playback. This allows for convenient streaming from smartphones, tablets, or laptops while maintaining strong signal stability and minimal compression loss—ideal for casual listening without sacrificing too much fidelity.
Clock System: At the core of the DAC-Z10’s timing precision is the Eversolo Precision Core, a proprietary clock system combining an OCXO temperature-controlled crystal oscillator, PLL (phase-locked loop) circuitry, and FPGA-based clock reconstruction. The internal FPGA manages both clock refinement and IIS data shaping, ensuring that all digital signals are time-aligned before conversion. This reduces jitter and phase error, allowing the DAC chips to operate with greater precision.
The DAC-Z10 also supports the use of an external high-precision clock for systems that demand absolute synchronization. Together, these elements produce a cleaner, more accurate digital signal—essential for maintaining transparency in high-resolution playback.
Eversolo Precision Core: The DAC-Z10’s Precision Core uses a built-in FPGA to handle clock reconstruction and IIS data shaping. Before the digital signal reaches the DAC chips, the FPGA aligns timing and phase with exact precision, reducing jitter and ensuring clean, accurate decoding. This process is critical for high-resolution playback, effectively purifying the signal so only the most accurate musical information is passed along for conversion.
Touchscreen Display: Dominating the front panel is an 8.8-inch IPS LCD touchscreen that gives the DAC-Z10 a modern, refined look while incorporating electromagnetic shielding to prevent interference. The interface is clean and responsive, avoiding complex menus in favor of intuitive touch navigation. Users can select from multiple VU meter and spectrum analyzer styles—ranging from classic analog to contemporary digital themes. Eversolo even lets you customize the color of the control knob, a subtle but thoughtful touch that underscores the brand’s focus on both design and usability.
Remote Control: The DAC-Z10 supports remote control via smartphone or tablet. Using the Eversolo Control App, you can adjust volume, switch inputs, and manage all on-device settings directly from your mobile device.
Eversolo DAC-Z10 Specifications
| Eversolo Model | DAC-Z10 |
| Product Type | DAC and Headphone Amplifier |
| Price | $1,980 |
| Touchscreen Display | 8.8″ IPS LCD |
| Chassis Material | Aluminium alloy |
| Main Processor | DCP8568 |
| DAC | Left Channel: AK4191+AK4499 Right Channel: AK4191+AK4499 |
| Audio Processor | Multi-core USB audio processor |
| OPA Chip | OPA1612 |
| Power | Triple ultra-low noise linear power supplies |
| Bluetooth Audio Input | Qualcomm QCC5125 Bluetooth module, Bluetooth version: BT5.0; supports SBC/AAC Bluetooth audio protocols |
| USB-B Audio Input | Compatible with Windows 10 and above, macOS, Android, and iOS; supports up to Stereo DSD512/PCM 768kHz/32-Bit |
| HDMI IIS Input | Supports 8 mode configurations, up to Stereo DSD512/ PCM 768kHz/32-Bit |
| HDMI ARC Input | Up to Stereo PCM 192KHz/24-Bit |
| AES/EBU Input | Up to Stereo PCM 192KHz/24-Bit / DSD64 DoP |
| Optical Audio Inputs x 2 | Up to Stereo PCM 192KHz/24-Bit / DSD64 DoP |
| Coaxial Audio Inputs x 2 | Up to Stereo PCM 192KHz/24Bit / DSD64 DoP |
| Analog Audio Inputs | XLR (Balanced), RCA |
| Analog Audio Outputs | Pre-out: XLR (Balanced), RCAHeadphone out: 6.35mm single-ended |
| External Clock Input | Supports 10M/25M clock inputs with 50Ω or 75Ω impedance |
| Recommended Headphone Impedance | 16–300Ω (Low Gain: 16–32Ω / High Gain: 32–300Ω) |
| XLR Output Audio Characteristics | Output Level (Vrms): 5Vrms @ 0dBFS THD+N @ No-wt: 0.00008% @ 1kHz (-122dB @ 1kHz) Noise @ No-wt: <1.2uVrms SNR @ A-wt: 130dB Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (±0.1dB) Crosstalk: -130dB DNR @ A-wt: 130dB |
| RCA Output Audio Characteristics | Output Level (Vrms): 2.5Vrms @ 0dBFS THD+N @ No-wt: 0.000097% @ 1kHz (-120dB @ 1kHz) Noise @ No-wt: <1.5uVrms SNR @ A-wt: 128dB Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (±0.1dB) Crosstalk: -123dB DNR @ A-wt: 128dB |
| Headphone Audio Characteristics (Low Gain Mode) | Output Level (Vrms): 4Vrms @ 0dBFS THD+N @ No-wt: 0.0003% @ 1kHz (-110dB @ 1kHz) Noise @ No-wt: <2.5uVrms SNR @ A-wt: 124dB Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (±0.1dB) DNR @ A-wt: 124dB |
| Headphone Audio Characteristics (Mid Gain Mode) | Output Level (Vrms): 5.6Vrms @ 0dBFS THD+N @ No-wt: 0.00018% @ 1kHz (-115dB @ 1kHz) Noise @ No-wt: <2.5uVrms SNR @ A-wt: 126dB Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (±0.1dB) DNR @ A-wt: 126dB |
| Headphone Audio Characteristics (High Gain Mode) | Output Level (Vrms): 7Vrms @ 0dBFS THD+N @ No-wt: 0.00013% @ 1kHz (-118dB @ 1kHz) Noise @ No-wt: <2.5uVrms SNR @ A-wt: 127dB Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (±0.1dB) DNR @ A-wt: 127dB |
| USB Port | USB 2.0 (only for firmware upgrade） |
| Control Options | Touchscreen control, remote control, mobile App control |
| Power Supply | AC 100~240V 50/60Hz |
| Rated Power Consumption | 32W |
| Dimensions (LWH) | 265 x 310 x 78 mm 10.43 x 12.2 x 3.07 inches |
| Packing List | DAC-Z10 DAC/Headphone Amp Remote control Power cable USB data cable USB drive (for FW upgrade) TRIGGER cable Polishing cloth User manual |
The Bottom Line
The Eversolo DAC-Z10 takes the brand’s proven digital expertise and extends it into serious DAC/headphone amp territory, pairing dual AKM DACs, independent R2R volume control, balanced preamp capability, and a massive 8.8-inch touchscreen interface into one highly refined chassis.
Connectivity is a strong point, with HDMI I2S, ARC/eARC, USB, AES/EBU, Bluetooth, and fully balanced XLR support—all engineered within Eversolo’s Fully Isolated Architecture for maximum signal purity.
While it’s pricier than Schiit Audio’s entry-level models like the $149 Vali 3 and even mid-tier options such as the $199 Fosi ZH3, the DAC-Z10 sits comfortably alongside higher-end units like FiiO’s K17 in both build and performance. It’s designed for listeners who want top-tier functionality and precision without crossing into ultra-high-end pricing.
Whether it proves to be the next standout in the DAC/headphone amp arena will depend on how well Eversolo’s engineering translates from paper to playback—but on specs and design alone, it’s already a serious contender.
Price & Availability
We’re told the Eversolo DAC-Z10 is coming soon for $1,980 USD (1980 EUR).
For more information: eversolo.com
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