Eversolo T8 Streaming Transport

Eversolo T8 Streaming Transport

A dedicated digital source for the DAC you choose

The Eversolo T8 brings streaming services, network music and a local library together in a dedicated digital transport. Connect it to an external DAC or a compatible amplifier's digital input and keep your preferred conversion and amplification stages at the centre of the system.

A 6-inch touchscreen makes browsing comfortable at the component, while Eversolo Control and the supplied remote give you control from your listening position. Digital output isolation, a linear power supply and a femtosecond clock system underpin a design focused on delivering audio to your DAC. The T8 has digital audio outputs and requires a separate DAC or a component with a suitable digital input.

Key Features

• Five digital output choices: USB Audio, IIS/I²S, AES/EBU, coaxial and optical.
• High-resolution playback: Up to native DSD512 and PCM 768kHz/32-bit through compatible USB and IIS connections.
• Isolated interfaces: Designed to reduce electrical interference between source and DAC.
• Linear power supply: Toroidal transformer with a published supply-noise figure as low as 30µV.
• Femtosecond clocking: Precision timing for digital audio transmission.
• 6-inch touchscreen: Library browsing, playback information and system control.
• Storage expansion: Two M.2 SSD slots, supporting up to 16TB total; drives sold separately.
• Network choice: Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6 and an SFP fibre-network interface.
• Streaming flexibility: Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect and Qobuz Connect.
• Sound adjustment: evotune room correction, 10-band parametric EQ and FIR filter import.

Match the connection to your DAC

The T8 provides several ways to reach your existing digital system. USB Audio and IIS offer the highest listed PCM and DSD rates, while AES/EBU, coaxial and optical cover a wide range of conventional DACs and amplifiers. Actual playback support depends on both the selected output and the receiving device.

The IIS output offers eight configurations to accommodate different DAC pin assignments. Its HDMI-style socket carries IIS audio, so check compatibility with your DAC rather than connecting it to a television. For a straightforward first setup, choose an output that both components explicitly support.

Streaming and your own library in one place

Use the integrated music services or supported Connect protocols, then browse local music alongside your streaming favourites. Eversolo's library tools provide metadata organisation, global search, cross-platform playlists and gapless playback. EOS, the Eversolo Original Sampling-rate Audio Engine, supports original sample-rate output from compatible applications.

Install optional SSD storage, attach an external USB drive or access music on a network server. Two USB 3.0 ports also support compatible accessories, including an external USB optical drive for CD playback and ripping. SSDs and the optical drive are separate purchases. Streaming subscriptions, service availability and supported features depend on region and firmware.

Choose how you connect and control it

Gigabit Ethernet suits a conventional wired network, while dual-band Wi-Fi 6 offers cable-free network access. The SFP interface adds an optical networking option with electrical isolation; a compatible SFP module and suitable network equipment are required separately.

The CNC-machined aluminium chassis houses 4GB DDR4 memory and 64GB eMMC storage. Use the touchscreen, Eversolo Control or the included Bluetooth/infrared remote, with trigger connections available for compatible system power control.

Room tuning when you need it

evotune room correction and 10-band parametric EQ let you tailor playback to your system and room. FIR filter import, loudness control and dynamic compression provide further adjustment. A compatible measurement microphone is recommended for accurate calibration. Applying EQ, room correction or digital volume changes the signal, so use the appropriate direct settings when unprocessed output is your priority.

Specifications

The Audio Experts Take

The T8 makes sense when you already have a DAC you enjoy and want a more capable way to access music. Its choice of outputs and storage options gives it room to grow with a system, while the screen keeps everyday operation approachable. We would start by choosing the right connection for your DAC, then explore the library and room-tuning features as needed.