Eversolo DMP-A8 vs Aurender N10 comparisons?

I can’t speak for the Eversolo, but I did own the N10 and it has a very good clock and would likely sound very good using the AES connection. I did not get along with the Conductor software and switched to an Innuos, which is I think is considered on par with Aurender in terms of sound and build quality. 

@zlone 

I appreciate your feedback regarding your direct experience with the N10. To further elaborate on my thought process would be to clarify that the Eversolo gives me great music. Through all of my research and experience with the DMP-A8, I don’t know if I would characterize it as “musical” per se.

From most of my readings regarding Aurender, the word “musical” is referred to frequently. So am I possibly missing out on a more musical experience by sticking with my DMP-A8 or could I get that experience by going with an older N10 which are at considerable discounts compared to some of the newer models.

i hope this helps a little more with regards to what I’m thinking.

I personally cannot recommend the move to the N10, you would gain a better clock, but I doubt you would find the musical improvement you seek with this change. Instead, I would recommend you look at DDC’s that accept USB in, and offer AES out. This would give you the better clock assuming you invest in a good DDC, and let you test the AES input on your DAC, without upending your streaming world. 

I would also highly recommend the WireWorld Platinum USB and the Acoustic Zen MC2 AES cables. These are both OCC silver and will make the best of the digital components. 

A good streamer is important, but I am not convinced that they have a significant effect on the musical nature of your system. A poorly designed one can certainly be  a detriment, but the Eversolo seems to be a decent unit. Jitter and noise are the enemies of the streamer and a good DDC and cables should provide the best possible signal to your DAC.