Eversolo DAC-Z10 — A Beautiful, Modern Take on High-End Audio

You’ve probably noticed how Eversolo has been showing up more and more in audiophile circles lately. They’re one of those newer hi-fi brands from China that’s really pushing into the premium space — not just with affordable gear, but with design and performance that can sit beside the bigger names.

Their latest release, the Eversolo DAC-Z10, takes that ambition even further. It’s not just a DAC — it’s a fully-fledged DAC, headphone amp, and balanced preamplifier all in one. Basically, it’s a centerpiece for a modern stereo system where you want great sound, flexibility, and something that actually looks nice on the desk or rack.

The Idea Behind It

Eversolo says the DAC-Z10 was built to “rediscover the true sound.”That’s marketing speak, sure, but under the hood, they’ve done something technically interesting.

The DAC-Z10 uses what they call a Fully Isolated Architecture (FIA). That means the digital and analog sections of the unit are completely separated — each with its own power supplies and grounding. Why does that matter? Because digital circuitry tends to be electrically noisy. If digital noise seeps into the analog path, it can add harshness, reduce low-level detail, and basically make things sound less natural. So full isolation is a way of keeping the music signal clean and quiet.

Dual DAC Chips — One Per Channel

Now here’s something serious: each channel (left and right) gets its own pair of AKM DAC chips, its own power supply, and even its own signal path.

This is what’s called a dual-mono architecture — it’s a hallmark of high-end DAC design. By fully separating the left and right channels, Eversolo reduces crosstalk (where sound from one channel leaks into the other). The result?

• Better stereo separation

• A wider and cleaner soundstage

• Improved dynamics and microdetail

  
  

So you get more precise instrument placement, deeper imaging, and that sense of “air” that makes good recordings feel alive.

Precision Volume Control — R2R Style

Most DACs or preamps handle volume in the digital domain — which is fine, but it can reduce resolution at very low levels. Eversolo instead uses a precision R2R resistor network — basically, an analog volume control that adjusts level using extremely fine, matched resistors.

And here’s the neat part: there’s a separate R2R module for each channel.That ensures perfect phase alignment and no imbalance between left and right, which matters a lot for imaging accuracy.

So when they say it “preserves the integrity of the audio signal,” that’s what they mean — you’re hearing volume changes that don’t mess with the tonal purity or balance of the sound.

Headphone Amplifier — Serious Power Under the Hood

For headphone users, Eversolo didn’t cut corners. The DAC-Z10’s headphone amp is designed to drive demanding headphones, including high-impedance or planar-magnetic models.

It can automatically detect your headphone impedance and adjust gain to match — so you don’t get background hiss with sensitive IEMs or underpowering with big planars.And if you want more juice, there’s a High-Gain mode that delivers up to 1 watt into 16–32 ohms, which is plenty for most headphones.

Expect:

• Clean power delivery

• Excellent control over bass

• Smooth, effortless dynamics

• No grain or harshness, even at high volume

Touchscreen and Interface

Eversolo loves their screens — and here they’ve added a big 8.8-inch touchscreen display. It’s not just for volume or input switching; you can actually browse settings, change filters, and even choose between modern or vintage-style VU meter graphics.

It makes the DAC-Z10 feel interactive and fun — almost like a piece of modern hi-fi art on your desk.

App Control and Connectivity

There’s also a companion Eversolo app that lets you manage all the settings remotely — volume, input, filters, etc.

And beyond the usual USB and optical/coax inputs, they’ve added some surprising extras:

• Bluetooth for easy wireless streaming from your phone or laptop

• HDMI eARC, so you can directly connect your TV and route its sound through the DAC-Z10 — a nice touch for people who want their 2-channel system to double as a home cinema setup.

  
  

So it’s not just an audiophile DAC — it’s a modern hub for everything you listen to.

As a Preamp

You can also use the DAC-Z10 as a fully balanced preamplifier, since it has both XLR and RCA analog outputs. That means you can hook it directly to:

• A power amplifier

• A pair of active speakers

  
  

And since it has analog input too, it can integrate with a turntable preamp or other analog gear — giving you an all-in-one control center without needing a separate preamp box.

Price and Release

The Eversolo DAC-Z10 is priced at $1,980 — so it’s definitely aimed at the serious enthusiast tier. It’s currently available for preorder via Eversolo’s website and select dealers like Bloom Audio. No official release date yet, but it’s coming soon.

What All This Means Sonically

If you sum up what all these design choices do in sound terms:

• The dual mono DACs and isolated circuitry give you clarity, separation, and black-background silence.

• The R2R volume control maintains tonal purity and phase accuracy.

• The powerful headphone amp ensures dynamics and grip.

• The clean clocking and low-noise architecture deliver timing precision and transparency.

• The isolation between digital and analog sections adds that “analog warmth” and natural flow audiophiles love.

  
  

So what you can expect sonically is something very transparent but musical — not sterile, but smooth, rich, and detailed, with a convincing soundstage.