Short summary
- Dedicated CD transport for high-resolution digital audio systems
- Refined power supply and digital transport architecture
- I²S, USB, AES/EBU, coaxial and optical outputs
- All-to-DSD and All-to-PCM signal upsampling
- USB, Wi-Fi, AirPlay, DLNA and Bluetooth playback
- Philips SAA7824 system with Sanyo HD850 laser
Specifications
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band Wi-Fi 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Media Connection Options | CD, USB Storage, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| What's in the box | Shanling ET3 EVO, Disc Cover, Remote Control, Power Cord, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card |
| Inputs | CD/CD-R/CD-RW, USB Storage, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Outputs | USB Audio, I²S, Optical, Coaxial, AES/EBU |
| Digital inputs | CD Transport, USB Storage, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Digital outputs | USB Audio, I²S, Optical, Coaxial, AES/EBU |
| Connections | USB Storage, USB Audio, I²S via HDMI, Optical, Coaxial, AES/EBU, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antenna |
| USB Audio Output | PCM up to 768kHz/32-bit, DSD512 |
| HDMI Audio Output | I²S via HDMI: PCM up to 768kHz/32-bit, DSD512 |
| Optical/Coaxial Audio Output | PCM up to 192kHz/24-bit |
| Weight | Approx. 2.5 kg |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 68 × 188 × 255 mm |
| Enclosure type | Top-loading CD Transport |
| Enclosure material | CNC-machined Metal Chassis |
| Streaming services | DLNA, AirPlay, NAS Server, USB Drive Playback |
| Streaming features | USB Storage up to 2TB |
| DSP Capability | All-to-DSD and All-to-PCM Upsampling |
| Control Systems | Eddict Player App, Remote Control |
| Apple AirPlay Support | AirPlay |
| Network Protocol | DLNA, AirPlay |
| Control Methods | Multifunction Wheel, Hardware Buttons, Eddict Player App, Remote Control |
| Music Playback and DAC Decoding | No Internal DAC; PCM up to 768kHz/32-bit, DSD512, MQA Full Decoder / MQA Core |
| Wired and wifi | DSD, DXD, APE, FLAC, WAV, AIFF/AIF, DTS, MP3, WMA, AAC, OGG, ALAC, MP2, M4A, AC3, OPUS, TAK, CUE |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Audio Codecs Supported | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| DAC Type | No Internal DAC – Digital Transport |
| Operating system | In-house System based on Ingenic X2000 |
| Input voltage | AC 220–240V, 50Hz |
| Control system | Multifunction Wheel, Hardware Buttons, Eddict Player App, Remote Control |
| Data disk compatibility | CD, CD-R, CD-RW; FAT32 USB Storage up to 2TB |
| Sampling rate | USB/I²S: PCM 768kHz/32-bit, DSD512; Optical/Coaxial/AES: PCM 192kHz/24-bit |
| Audio post procession options | All-to-DSD, All-to-PCM, MQA Full Decoder, MQA Core |
| App controlled | Yes – Eddict Player |
| Display | IPS 320 × 290 |
| Power Supply | Optimised Internal Power Supply (EVO) |
| CPU | Ingenic X2000 |
| Internal Memory | USB Storage up to 2TB |
| CPU Specifications | Ingenic X2000 Platform |
| Display | IPS 320 × 290 |
| Audio Processor | CT7302CL Upsampling Chip |
Description
A Flexible Digital Source
A compact CD and high-resolution transport designed to partner with an external DAC.
The Shanling ET3 EVO brings traditional disc playback and modern digital audio together within one focused source component. Developed as a pure digital transport, it reads music from CDs, USB storage and wireless sources before passing the signal to a separate DAC through an extensive range of digital outputs.
The EVO edition retains the functionality of the original ET3 while introducing a redesigned dark grey chassis and targeted improvements to the power supply and digital transport circuitry. These refinements are intended to provide a cleaner, more transparent digital signal within desktop and full-size Hi-Fi systems.
Precision CD Playback
A top-loading mechanism provides straightforward access to physical music collections.
The Philips SAA7824 CD drive and HD850 laser support standard CDs alongside CD-R and CD-RW discs. Its top-loading format makes disc changes simple, while the compact CNC-machined metal enclosure provides a stable platform for everyday playback.
Because the ET3 EVO is dedicated to digital transport duties, listeners can select an external DAC that suits the performance and character of their wider system. The transport and conversion stages can therefore be upgraded independently as the system develops.
High-Resolution Digital Connectivity
Multiple output options make integration easy across a wide range of DACs.
Optical, coaxial and AES/EBU outputs provide compatibility with established digital components, while USB and I²S connections support high-resolution playback up to PCM 768kHz/32-bit and DSD512. A dedicated CT7302CL processing chip also enables All-to-PCM and All-to-DSD upsampling, allowing the outgoing signal to be matched more closely to the capabilities of the connected DAC.
Built for Modern Listening
Local files and wireless playback extend the ET3 EVO beyond physical discs.
Music stored on a connected USB drive can be played directly, while dual-band Wi-Fi provides AirPlay and DLNA support for convenient network streaming. Bluetooth 5.0 reception with LDAC, AAC and SBC adds another simple way to access music from compatible devices.
The ET3 EVO can also share files from connected USB storage across a local network as a NAS server. Operation is available through the front-panel controls, supplied remote or Shanling companion app, making it a versatile digital hub for listeners who still value CDs but also want access to modern music sources.
