Introducing Shanling M1 Plus - New Generation of Compact MTouch Players at just $209

[Shanling]

Earlier this year, we released Shanling M5 Ultra. Marking our return to simpler players using MTouch system with a full focus on pure music playback.

Today we are announcing Shanling M1 Plus.

A cheaper and smaller sibling to the M5 Ultra.

Utilizing the latest MTouch system on Ingenic X2000 processor, M1 Plus offers our standard rich package of features. Including Bi-directional Bluetooth V5.2, two-way USB Connection, 3.5mm Coaxial SPDIF Out, Wi-Fi connectivity for DLNA/Airplay and smooth local playback with expandability of MicroSD cards.

Sandwiched into a compact body made of aluminium and glass, adapting the bolder modern design revealed with M5 Ultra and measuring just 86 x 61 x 17mm at only 116 grams. With 3.2-inch screen for ideal balance between touch screen controls and compact size for daily use.

Audio circuit based around ESS ES9069Q DAC for dynamic and detailed sound, accompanied by a pair of SGM8262 amplifiers which provide up to 660 mW @ 32 Ohm output power to decently power even full-size audiophile headphones. With 4.4mm balanced and standard 3.5mm for easy matching with all the earphones and headphones on the market.


Available in the second half of August at just 209 USD.

Specification

Dimensions: 86 x 61 x 17 mm
Weight: 116 g
DAC: ESS ES9069Q
Amplifier: Dual SGM8262
Platform: Ingenic X2000
System: MTouch developed by Shanling
Screen: 3.2-inch 320 x 480 Touchscreen
Memory: MicroSD card slot
Hi-Res Support: PCM 32 bit / 768 kHz & DSD512
Wi-Fi: 2.4/5G, supporting DLNA, Airplay and OTA Updates
Bluetooth: Upgraded 5.2 with Bi-Directional support of LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC
Companion app: Eddict Player app through SyncLink
Connectors: 3.5mm Single-Ended, 4.4mm Balanced, USB-C
Battery: 2100 mAh
Battery life: Up to 12.5 hours

Single-Ended Output:
Power: 195 mW @ 32 Ohm
THD+N: 0.0007%
Channel Separation: 74 dB
SNR: 122 dB
Output impedance: 0.6 Ohm

Balanced Output:
Power: 660 mW @ 32 Ohm
THD+N: 0.0007%
Channel Separation: 100 dB
SNR: 122 dB
Output impedance: 1.2 Ohm

 

[jmwant]

Nice design, the oi also looks great for low impedance IEMs.

 

[LostnAmerica]

I like the Shanling OS, promising little dap. Might move/sell my iBasso dx180…just for simplicity sake…

 

[pradiptacr7]

What are the tentative app support?

 

[MD Rohit]

Earlier this year, we released Shanling M5 Ultra. Marking our return to simpler players using MTouch system with a full focus on pure music playback.

Today we are announcing Shanling M1 Plus.

A cheaper and smaller sibling to the M5 Ultra.

Utilizing the latest MTouch system on Ingenic X2000 processor, M1 Plus offers our standard rich package of features. Including Bi-directional Bluetooth V5.2, two-way USB Connection, 3.5mm Coaxial SPDIF Out, Wi-Fi connectivity for DLNA/Airplay and smooth local playback with expandability of MicroSD cards.

Sandwiched into a compact body made of aluminium and glass, adapting the bolder modern design revealed with M5 Ultra and measuring just 86 x 61 x 17mm at only 116 grams. With 3.2-inch screen for ideal balance between touch screen controls and compact size for daily use.

Audio circuit based around ESS ES9069Q DAC for dynamic and detailed sound, accompanied by a pair of SGM8262 amplifiers which provide up to 660 mW @ 32 Ohm output power to decently power even full-size audiophile headphones. With 4.4mm balanced and standard 3.5mm for easy matching with all the earphones and headphones on the market.


Available in the second half of August at just 209 USD.

Specification

Dimensions: 86 x 61 x 17 mm
Weight: 116 g
DAC: ESS ES9069Q
Amplifier: Dual SGM8262
Platform: Ingenic X2000
System: MTouch developed by Shanling
Screen: 3.2-inch 320 x 480 Touchscreen
Memory: MicroSD card slot
Hi-Res Support: PCM 32 bit / 768 kHz & DSD512
Wi-Fi: 2.4/5G, supporting DLNA, Airplay, NAS and OTA Updates
Bluetooth: Upgraded 5.2 with Bi-Directional support of LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC
Companion app: Eddict Player app through SyncLink
Connectors: 3.5mm Single-Ended, 4.4mm Balanced, USB-C
Battery: 2100 mAh
Battery life: Up to 12.5 hours

Single-Ended Output:
Power: 195 mW @ 32 Ohm
THD+N: 0.0007%
Channel Separation: 74 dB
SNR: 122 dB
Output impedance: 0.6 Ohm

Balanced Output:
Power: 660 mW @ 32 Ohm
THD+N: 0.0007%
Channel Separation: 100 dB
SNR: 122 dB
Output impedance: 1.2 Ohm

good price

 

[InvisibleInk]

What are the tentative app support?

MTouchOS usually has a primitive version of Tidal for WiFi stream with no downloads.

It can play from the apps on your smartphone using a supported protocol.

 

[RONJA MESCO]

Earlier this year, we released Shanling M5 Ultra. Marking our return to simpler players using MTouch system with a full focus on pure music playback.

Today we are announcing Shanling M1 Plus.

A cheaper and smaller sibling to the M5 Ultra.

Utilizing the latest MTouch system on Ingenic X2000 processor, M1 Plus offers our standard rich package of features. Including Bi-directional Bluetooth V5.2, two-way USB Connection, 3.5mm Coaxial SPDIF Out, Wi-Fi connectivity for DLNA/Airplay and smooth local playback with expandability of MicroSD cards.

Sandwiched into a compact body made of aluminium and glass, adapting the bolder modern design revealed with M5 Ultra and measuring just 86 x 61 x 17mm at only 116 grams. With 3.2-inch screen for ideal balance between touch screen controls and compact size for daily use.

Audio circuit based around ESS ES9069Q DAC for dynamic and detailed sound, accompanied by a pair of SGM8262 amplifiers which provide up to 660 mW @ 32 Ohm output power to decently power even full-size audiophile headphones. With 4.4mm balanced and standard 3.5mm for easy matching with all the earphones and headphones on the market.


Available in the second half of August at just 209 USD.

Specification

Dimensions: 86 x 61 x 17 mm
Weight: 116 g
DAC: ESS ES9069Q
Amplifier: Dual SGM8262
Platform: Ingenic X2000
System: MTouch developed by Shanling
Screen: 3.2-inch 320 x 480 Touchscreen
Memory: MicroSD card slot
Hi-Res Support: PCM 32 bit / 768 kHz & DSD512
Wi-Fi: 2.4/5G, supporting DLNA, Airplay, NAS and OTA Updates
Bluetooth: Upgraded 5.2 with Bi-Directional support of LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC
Companion app: Eddict Player app through SyncLink
Connectors: 3.5mm Single-Ended, 4.4mm Balanced, USB-C
Battery: 2100 mAh
Battery life: Up to 12.5 hours

Single-Ended Output:
Power: 195 mW @ 32 Ohm
THD+N: 0.0007%
Channel Separation: 74 dB
SNR: 122 dB
Output impedance: 0.6 Ohm

Balanced Output:
Power: 660 mW @ 32 Ohm
THD+N: 0.0007%
Channel Separation: 100 dB
SNR: 122 dB
Output impedance: 1.2 Ohm

Nice and sleek in a small form factor...many DaP makers need to get on board with styling like this and stop making small DaPs look like Creative Zen players from the 2000s

 

[tomaster]

Nice looking design, hope edges aren't sharp. Wish there was lc3 included, literally nothing supports that codec.

 

[Jackpot77]

How does this stack up against the M1S?

 

[AnandaHri]

It looks great!

Will there be much difference in sound compared to the m5u or is the price difference based more on power differences?

 

[arifgraphy]

Such a nice looking DAP. Its really cool! And a good price point.

 

[singingbee]

no streaming like the m5 ultra?

 

[PeacockObscura]

Is there a 20,000 track cap on the music library?

 

[Ozboyblu]

what is the maximum SD Card Storage Capacity? 512Gb, 1Tb, 2Tb?

 

[Shanling]

How does this stack up against the M1S?

M1 Plus offers better DAC, better amplifier, much more power, better form factor.

M1 Plus will also be normally available from all Shanling Sellers, not limited to Aoshida like M1s.

It looks great!

Will there be much difference in sound compared to the m5u or is the price difference based more on power differences?

They are using completely different DACs, amplifiers and overall approach to audio design. M5 Ultra and XM5 are both a significant step up in sound quality.

Is there a 20,000 track cap on the music library?

Yes, 20 000 files limit for music library.
Unlimited for folder browsing.

what is the maximum SD Card Storage Capacity? 512Gb, 1Tb, 2Tb?

2TB.