SHANLING MCD1.3
Desktop CD Player DAC/Headphone Amplifier and Streamer:
Following the success of the popular SCD1.3, the MCD1.3 DAC (digital-to-analog converter) and CD player has arrived. The MCD1.3 can play CD discs just as well, but uses a Philips SAA7824 drive and Sanyo DA11 laser, and also supports 4X MQA-CD quality, unlike the SCD1.3, which will remain in the manufacturer’s lineup as the flagship player for SACD records. The tuning of this multifunctional device is based on Shanling’s flagship portable player, the M9 Plus, with the AKM AK4499EX and AK4191EQ DAC chip combo, complemented by an XMOS XU316 USB interface and TPA6120 headphone amplification. It delivers an extremely detailed and expansive soundstage with precise sonics, while adding a pleasant warmth and smoothness to the classic Shanling sound. Thanks to its exceptionally accurate volume control and the MUSES8920 operating as a preamplifier, the MCD1.3 can be connected directly to power amplifiers or active speakers, making it easy to build a simple, high‑quality 2‑channel speaker setup. It uses the MediaTek ME1389EE system alongside the tray-loading laser mechanism, fully exploiting the capabilities of CD discs.
Beyond CD format playback, it offers numerous options, including Bluetooth functionality, a USB-A U-Disk port, and network support for NAS, DLNA and AirPlay. Via the Bluetooth 5 connection, AAC, aptX HD and LDAC resolutions are available, and the free Eddict Player app allows for easy remote control of the device. In addition to USB-B, coaxial SPDIF and Toslink optical inputs, it also provides I2S HDMI, coaxial SPDIF and Toslink optical digital outputs, as well as RCA and balanced XLR analog outputs, allowing the SCD1.3 to be integrated into virtually any audio system.
The MCD1.3 is built in a simple and elegant aluminum chassis, features a 5" M-Touch touch display, and is available in black and silver finishes. Not just for CD collectors!
