SHANLING SCD1.3
Desktop SACD Player DAC Headphone Amplifier and Streamer
The SCD1.3 shines not just 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, complemented by the XMOS XU316 USB interface and TPA6120 headphone amplification. It provides an extremely detailed and expansive soundstage with precise sound quality, while offering a pleasant warmth and smoothness for the classic Shanling sound. With extremely precise volume control and the MUSES8920 acting 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 utilizing the capabilities of high-resolution SACD discs, while also handling traditional CDs excellently. For hybrid SACD discs, a dedicated button helps easily switch between SACD and CD layers.
Beyond CD format playback, it offers numerous options, including Bluetooth functionality, USB-A U-Disk port, and network support for NAS, DLNA, and AirPlay via WiFi. Through the Bluetooth 5 connection, AAC, aptX HD, and LDAC resolutions are available, and the device can be easily operated remotely via the free Eddict Player app. 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 also available, allowing the SCD1.3 to integrate into almost any audio system.
The SCD1.3 is built with a simple and elegant aluminum case, featuring a 5" M-Touch touch display, available in black and silver colors. Outstanding performance for lossless music listening, not just for collectors.
