Shanling M8T represents one of our most impactful releases in recent memory, as it brings alongside many aspects of the Shanling’s heritage, while taking a significant step towards the future of our Android Portable Players.
Starting with the most obvious, M8T is our first portable player with built-in Tube output. Shanling’s history is closely connected to Hi-Fi tubes, as they were prominently featured on some of our most acclaimed CD players and Amplifiers over many years. So it was about time to bring them to our lineup of Portable players, with a pair of JAN6418 tubes implemented into the top of the M8T.
When designing the audio circuit of M8T, we had to keep in mind its predecessor, the original Shanling M8 released in 2020. Known for its rich warm sound and exquisite bass presentation, the aim was to recreate it as closely as possible with the new flagship AKM DACs, their matching Delta-Sigma modulators and our latest generation of headphone amplifier.
And because we understand that tubes might not be ideal for all types of headphones or music, we made sure that the M8T can switch quickly between its tube-enhanced output and the pure transistor mode.
Inside the unit hides upgraded Android system, now running on Android 13 and providing many years of software updates and problem-free app compatibility. M8T comes with our standard open system for easy installation of any 3rd party music apps and Streaming services, supported by Shanling’s Android Global Lossless Output technology for ensured bit-perfect audio data processing.
And with Shanling M9 Plus ending its production in the summer of 2024, M8T will also serve as the new flagship of the Portable line, while retailing at just 1499 USD MSRP.
You can find all the details and specifications of Shanling M8t on its dedicated Product Page
M8T is now shipping to our international distributors and can be purchased from our official E-Shop.
Leather case providing additional protection for the tubes.
Case available in red or black versions.
