Eversolo Play Network Amplifier Cracks a Paulaner at High End Munich—Says “Hold My Beer” to WiiM’s Amp Ultra

Eversolo is barging into the streaming amp arena with the Play — their first foray that’s got the guts to go head-to-head with the WiiM Amp Ultra. This isn’t just another box to toss on the shelf; it’s a “just add speakers” all-in-one powerhouse combining amplification, DAC, and wireless streaming designed to turn your living room into a serious hi-fi setup without wrecking your wallet.

Eversolo Play Crashes the Streaming Amp Party—And It’s Not Just Here to Make Friends

Products like the Eversolo Play, WiiM Amp Ultra, and Marantz M1 are gaining serious traction because they hit the sweet spot of what modern listeners actually want: simplicity, performance, and zero clutter. Consumers are increasingly drawn to one-box solutions that eliminate the need for stacks of components without sacrificing quality.

If that single box can drive speakers, stream hi-res audio, handle Bluetooth (especially aptX HD or better), and push music to other rooms with minimal effort, it’s a win. Most folks don’t mind using speaker cables—as long as the setup doesn’t look like a spaghetti explosion behind their media console.

Clean aesthetics, intuitive apps, and seamless access to services like TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify, and Apple Music aren’t just nice-to-haves anymore—they’re expected. In short, if a device makes life easier while sounding great, it earns a permanent spot in the living room.

One Box to Rule Them All? Eversolo Thinks So

The Eversolo Play doesn’t mess around when it comes to build quality. It’s crafted from a CNC-machined, single-piece aluminum alloy body that not only looks sharp but also beefs up structural strength. This solid construction helps block out electromagnetic interference so your audio signal stays clean and untouched—no weird noise sneaking in. The attention to detail here screams precision craftsmanship, the kind that makes you feel this thing was built to last.

Flip the unit over and you’ll see a full-coverage heat sink spanning a large portion of the underside. This isn’t just aesthetic—it plays a critical role in keeping internal components cool and operating consistently, even under load. It’s a thoughtful bit of engineering that suggests Eversolo paid close attention to long-term reliability as much as sound quality.

Up front, the Eversolo Play features a 5.5-inch HD display with a streamlined, redesigned interface. It’s intuitive to navigate—switching playback modes, browsing playlists, or adjusting settings feels straightforward and responsive. It’s a clean, user-friendly approach that puts the focus on the music rather than the menu.

Then there’s the RGB light ring—because apparently, no modern audio product is complete without a little disco. It shifts colors to “match the mood” of your music: orange for rock, blue for blues, green for country. Useful? Not really. But if your idea of immersive listening involves mood lighting that feels more Best Buy demo than high-fidelity nuance, this one’s got you covered.

The Eversolo Play may not be a powerhouse in the traditional sense, but its 60 watts per channel into 8 ohms (110 watts into 4 ohms) is more than enough to drive most entry-level to mid-tier passive speakers with authority and clarity. Whether you’re pairing it with a compact bookshelf speaker in a small apartment or something a bit more ambitious in a larger room, the Class D amplification offers solid control, low distortion, and enough headroom to keep things clean at higher volumes.

Eversolo Play Features: Because “Just a Streamer” Would’ve Been Too Boring

Under the hood, the Play packs an AK4493 DAC and a Class D amplifier pushing 60 watts per channel into 8 ohms — enough juice to wring every detail out of your bookshelf speakers. It handles high-res audio like a champ, with support for DSD512 and PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz. Streaming-wise, it plays nice with TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Deezer, Amazon Music, and TuneIn, and it’s Roon Ready too, so your ecosystem game is covered. Gapless playback with Apple Music? Yes–but it requires another path that we’re still awaiting some clarity on.

There’s a mobile app that not only controls the Play but also analyzes your room’s acoustics to tailor the sound—fancy. The CD Edition ups the ante with a built-in Hitachi-LG CD-ROM drive, for those who refuse to say goodbye to discs.

Eversolo Control has been updated with a cleaner interface and more intuitive navigation across iOS, Android, and iPadOS. The app also supports multi-device control, making it easier to manage playback from whichever screen is within reach.

On the networking side, the Play supports LAN and cloud storage access via UPnP and WebDAV. It can connect to a NAS or local PC with minimal setup, letting users manage and play back their music library directly from local storage.

The inclusion of Wake-on-LAN allows the Play to be remotely powered on over a wired connection, as long as it shares a network with your device—handy for those who prefer to leave the unit in standby and want quick access without having to physically interact with it.

The Eversolo app makes it straightforward to link multiple Play units throughout your home. You can control playback, adjust volume, and switch tracks across different rooms without much hassle.

The “Listen at Will” feature pulls in recommendations from your streaming accounts and local files, offering a mix that steps outside the usual algorithm-driven suggestions. It’s a low-effort way to explore music you might’ve otherwise missed.

Eversolo Play – Key Specifications

Build & Display

• CNC-machined aluminum alloy chassis
• 5.5″ full-color LCD touchscreen
• Dimensions: 230mm (L) x 230mm (W) x 75mm (H)
• Weight: 2.6kg (Play) / 2.9kg (CD Edition)
• Power Supply: AC 110~240V, 50/60Hz, Max 4A

Digital & Streaming

• DAC: AK4493SEQ
• Internal Memory: 4GB DDR4 + 32GB eMMC
• Streaming Services: TIDAL, Qobuz, Amazon Music, HIGHRESAUDIO, etc.
• Streaming Support: Roon Ready, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, DLNA
• File Support: DSD (DSF/DFF/ISO) up to DSD512, PCM up to 768kHz/32-bit, FLAC, WAV, APE, MP3, AAC, AIFF, CUE
• Control: Touchscreen + iOS/Android/iPad app

Connectivity

• Wi-Fi: Dual-band 2.4G/5G
• Ethernet: Gigabit RJ-45
• USB: 2x USB 3.0
• HDMI ARC: Stereo PCM up to 192kHz/24-bit
• Bluetooth: BT 5.0 (SBC/AAC)
• Inputs: Optical, Coaxial, Line-in, PHONO (MM/MC)
• Outputs: Coaxial, USB DAC, Subwoofer (adjustable 40Hz–500Hz)

Amplification

• Power Output: 60W @ 8Ω / 110W @ 4Ω
• Amp Type: Class D
• Gain: 20.8dB
• THD: <0.0037% (5W @ 1kHz)
• SNR: >109dB
• Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz ±0.25dB
• Damping Factor: >107
• Channel Crosstalk: <-108dB

Phono Stage

• MM Gain: 60dB | MC Gain: 74dB
• Sensitivity: MM 5mV | MC 0.5mV
• RIAA Accuracy: ±0.5dB (20Hz–20kHz)

Comparison

Here are some key specification compared to WiiM Amp Ultra

The Bottom Line

It’s remarkable how quickly this category has matured. Not long ago, all-in-one streaming amps were either overpriced lifestyle boxes or undercooked tech experiments. Now, options like the Eversolo Play and WiiM Amp Ultra deliver serious capability and sound quality for well under $1,000.

The WiiM Amp Ultra leans hard into ecosystem flexibility, with support for their new wireless speakers, room correction, and the muscle to drive a wide range of entry-level passive loudspeakers—a smart choice for those looking to scale up without the clutter. The Eversolo Play, on the other hand, caters more to the hi-fi traditionalist with a touchscreen UI, phono input, and high-res DAC under the hood.

The real takeaway? You no longer have to spend thousands to get a high-quality streaming setup. The modern one-box hi-fi solution is here—and it’s actually worth your time.

For more information: eversolo.com

MSRP: $699 or $799 for CD Edition (Coming June 2025)

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