SHANLING SCD1.3
Desktop SACD Player DAC Headphone Amplifier and Streamer
The SCD1.3 shines not only as a High-End DAC (digital-to-analog converter) and player, Shanling presents an advanced, high-end, multifunctional device. Its tuning is based on Shanling's portable player flagship, 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 expansive sound, with precise sound imagery, while providing a pleasant warmth and smoothness characteristic of the classic Shanling sound. With extremely precise volume control and the MUSES8920 functioning as a preamplifier, the SCD1.3 can be directly paired with power amplifiers or active speakers, allowing for a simple and high-quality 2-channel speaker setup. It uses the MediaTek ME1389EE system alongside the Sanyo HD870 laser tray mechanism, fully leveraging the capabilities of high-resolution SACD discs, while also handling traditional CDs excellently. For hybrid SACD discs, a separate button aids in easily switching between SACD and CD layers.
Beyond playing CD formats, it offers numerous options, including Bluetooth functionality, USB-A U-Disk port, as well as WiFi support for NAS, DLNA, and AirPlay networks. Through Bluetooth 5 connection, AAC, aptX HD, and LDAC resolutions are accessible, and the device can be easily managed remotely via the free Eddict Player application. In addition to USB-B, coaxial SPDIF, and Toslink optical inputs, there are I2S HDMI, coaxial SPDIF, and Toslink optical digital outputs, as well as RCA and balanced XLR analog outputs, making the SCD1.3 integrable into almost any sound system.
The SCD1.3 is built with a simple and elegant aluminum case, features a 5" M-Touch touch display, and is 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. There is no MQA-CD support.)
