SHANLING SCD1.3
Desktop SACD Player DAC Headphone Amplifier and Streamer
The SCD1.3 not only shines as a High-End DAC (digital-analog converter) and player, Shanling introduces an advanced, high-end, multifunctional device. Its tuning is based on Shanling's flagship portable player, the M9 Plus, with the AKM AK4499EX and AK4191EQ DAC chip combo, coupled with the XMOS XU316 USB interface and TPA6120 headphone amplification. Exceptionally detailed and spacious, with precise sound presentation, yet offering a pleasant warmth and smoothness characteristic of the classic Shanling sound. With the highly accurate volume control and the MUSES8920 functioning as a preamplifier, the SCD1.3 can be directly paired with power amplifiers or active speakers, providing a simple and high-quality 2-channel speaker setup. It uses the MediaTek ME1389EE system alongside the Sanyo HD870 laser tray mechanism, fully utilizing the capabilities of high-resolution SACD discs, yet handling traditional CDs excellently as well. For hybrid SACD discs, an additional button facilitates easy switching between the SACD and CD layers.
Beyond playing CD formats, it offers a range of options, including Bluetooth functionality, USB-A U-Disk port, and network support via WiFi for NAS, DLNA, and AirPlay. Through Bluetooth 5, AAC, aptX HD, and LDAC resolutions are available, with easy remote control of the device accessible via the free Eddict Player application. In addition to USB-B, coaxial SPDIF, and Toslink optical inputs, I2S HDMI, coaxial SPDIF, and Toslink optical digital outputs, as well as RCA and balanced XLR analog outputs are available, allowing the SCD1.3 to be integrated into virtually any sound system.
The SCD1.3 is built with a simple and elegant aluminum housing, featuring a 5" M-Touch touchscreen, available in black and silver colors. Outstanding performance for lossless music listening, not just for collectors.
(Disc compatibility: The SCD1.3 is capable of playing CD and SACD discs. SACD playback is limited to PCM 88.2 kHz. No MQA-CD support.)
