[Shanling]

Introducing Shanling EH3​

After many years of portable devices and desktop Android streamers, EH3 marks our return to the market of simpler desktop DAC/AMPs. But we still make sure to add a bit of modern connectivity, with Wi-Fi DLNA/Airplay, Bluetooth support and USB Drives compatibility, for completely independent and fully lossless playback.

Shanling EH3
Now Shipping to Distributors
MSRP 889 USD

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Audio
Utilizing flagship ESS ES9039SPRO 8-channel DAC with fully balanced amplifier based around four OPA1612. With in-house developed FPGA, KDS crystal oscillators and XMOS XU316 USB Chip, matching its High-End performance.

Offering up to 1 900 mW @ 32 Ohm // 205mW @ 300 Ohm in Single-Ended and 5 300 mW @ 32 Ohm // 700mW @ 300 Ohm in Balanced. EH3 is our second most powerful amplifier, right behind EM7, providing plenty of driving power even for the demanding Audiophile headphones.

System and controls
Based on Ingenic X2000 platform, EH3 is using the same system and control setup as ET3 CD Transport. Main multifunctional wheel serves for volume control and menu navigation, with playback and input buttons on the top of the device. Users can navigate the simplified system on the circular screen at the front of the device, with Eddict Player app serving as a remote controller from their smartphones and tablets. Simple remote controller is also included alongside the EH3.

System includes the ability of independent local playback from USB Drive. Fully lossless playback directly on the DAC, without any need for a separate digital source or computer. Supporting all the major audio formats and Hi-Res files up to PCM 32/768 and DSD512.

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Connectivity
Ready for Wireless playback, EH3 offers Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. It can be used as a simple Bluetooth receiver, with support of LDAC, aptX HD, aptX and AAC. And for local networks, EH3 will play smoothly with Airplay 1 or with your favourite DLNA app and local server.

The rear panel offers a range of inputs and outputs, allowing EH3 to serve many roles in a variety of Hi-Fi rigs. For use as DAC, EH3 can be connected over USB, Optical, Coaxial or I2S HDMI. It can be also used as a pure amplifier thanks to a pair of RCA Analog inputs. And when you want to connect EH3 to a power amplifier or active monitors, the combination of RCA and XLR Analog outputs can be run in both line-our or pre-amp modes.

Headphone Outputs
EH3 packs 4 different headphone outputs, which should assure compatibility with the vast majority of headphones on the market. Single-ended output through 3.5mm and 6.35mm jack, Balanced output through 4.4mm jack and 4-pin XLR.

Combination with ET3
EH3 was designed as a companion to our ET3 CD transport. Connected over the high-quality I2S connection, using our new L8 cable, with All-to-DSD processing, making for the ultimate CD and MQA CD Playback.

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Specification:
Dimensions: 23.8 X 18.8 X 5.9 cm
Weight: 2.8 kg
Screen: 1.6 IPS screen
USB Drive Supported Formats:
DSD, DXD, APE, FLAC, WAV, AIFF/AIF, DTS, MP3, WMA, AAC, OGG, ALAC,
MP2, M4A, AC3, OPUS, TAK, etc. CUE is supported.
Hi-Res Support: 32 bit / 768 kHz & DSD 512
DAC Chip: ESS ES9039PRO
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0 Receiver
Bluetooth Codec Support: LDAC / aptX HD / aptX / AAC / SBC

Connectors:
[Headphone Outputs] 3.5mm/ 6.35mm / 4.4mm / XLR
[Digital Inputs] USB DAC / USB Drive / Coaxial / Optical / I2S
[Digital Output] USB Audio Out
[Analog Outputs] XLR & RCA
[Analog Input] RCA

Single-Ended Headphone Output
Output power
Low gain: 2.0V@32Ω (126mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.0034%)
Medium Gain: 4.1V@32Ω (537mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.0009%)
High Gain: 7.8V@32Ω (1900mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.002%)
High Gain: 7.8V@300Ω (205mW@300Ω) (THD+N<0.002%)
Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB)
THD+N: 0.0005% @ 32Ω (A-Weight @ 2V High Gain)
Dynamic Range: 123dB @ 32Ω (A-Weight @ 2V High Gain)
Channel Separation: 73dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 123dB @32Ω (A-Weight High Gain)
Noise: 113dB @32Ω (A-Weight Low Gain)
Output Impedance: 1Ω

Balanced Headphone Output
Output Power:
Low Gain: 4.0V@32Ω (500mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.0023%)
Mid Gain: 8.2V@32Ω (2100mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.0009%)
High Gain: 13V@32Ω (5300mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.02%)
High Gain: 14.5V@300Ω (750mW@300Ω) (THD+N<0.003%)
Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB)
THD+N: 0.0006% @32Ω (A-Weight @ 4V high gain)
Dynamic Range: 125dB @32Ω (A-Weight @ 4V High Gain)
Channel Separation: 110dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 124dB @32Ω (A-Weight High Gain)
Noise: 110dB @32Ω (A-Weight Low Gain)
Output Impedance: 2Ω

RCA Output
Output Level: 2.15V
Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB)
THD+N: 0.0005% (A-Weight 0.5V)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 118dB (A-Weight)
Noise: 111dB

XLR Outputs
Output Level: 4.3V
Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB)
THD+N: 0.0004% (A-Weight 1V)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 120dB (A-Weight)
Noise: 108dB

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[Jimmyblues1959]

Introducing Shanling EH3​

After many years of portable devices and desktop Android streamers, EH3 marks our return to the market of simpler desktop DAC/AMPs. But we still make sure to add a bit of modern connectivity, with Wi-Fi DLNA/Airplay, Bluetooth support and USB Drives compatibility, for completely independent and fully lossless playback.

Shanling EH3
Now Shipping to Distributors
MSRP 889 USD

​

Audio
Utilizing flagship ESS ES9039SPRO 8-channel DAC with fully balanced amplifier based around four OPA1612. With in-house developed FPGA, KDS crystal oscillators and XMOS XU316 USB Chip, matching its High-End performance.

Offering up to 1 900 mW @ 32 Ohm // 205mW @ 300 Ohm in Single-Ended and 5 300 mW @ 32 Ohm // 700mW @ 300 Ohm in Balanced. EH3 is our second most powerful amplifier, right behind EM7, providing plenty of driving power even for the demanding Audiophile headphones.

System and controls
Based on Ingenic X2000 platform, EH3 is using the same system and control setup as ET3 CD Transport. Main multifunctional wheel serves for volume control and menu navigation, with playback and input buttons on the top of the device. Users can navigate the simplified system on the circular screen at the front of the device, with Eddict Player app serving as a remote controller from their smartphones and tablets. Simple remote controller is also included alongside the EH3.

System includes the ability of independent local playback from USB Drive. Fully lossless playback directly on the DAC, without any need for a separate digital source or computer. Supporting all the major audio formats and Hi-Res files up to PCM 32/768 and DSD512.

​

Connectivity
Ready for Wireless playback, EH3 offers Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. It can be used as a simple Bluetooth receiver, with support of LDAC, aptX HD, aptX and AAC. And for local networks, EH3 will play smoothly with Airplay 1 or with your favourite DLNA app and local server.

The rear panel offers a range of inputs and outputs, allowing EH3 to serve many roles in a variety of Hi-Fi rigs. For use as DAC, EH3 can be connected over USB, Optical, Coaxial or I2S HDMI. It can be also used as a pure amplifier thanks to a pair of RCA Analog inputs. And when you want to connect EH3 to a power amplifier or active monitors, the combination of RCA and XLR Analog outputs can be run in both line-our or pre-amp modes.

Headphone Outputs
EH3 packs 4 different headphone outputs, which should assure compatibility with the vast majority of headphones on the market. Single-ended output through 3.5mm and 6.35mm jack, Balanced output through 4.4mm jack and 4-pin XLR.

Combination with ET3
EH3 was designed as a companion to our ET3 CD transport. Connected over the high-quality I2S connection, using our new L8 cable, with All-to-DSD processing, making for the ultimate CD and MQA CD Playback.

​

Specification:
Dimensions: 23.8 X 18.8 X 5.9 cm
Weight: 2.8 kg
Screen: 1.6 IPS screen
USB Drive Supported Formats:
DSD, DXD, APE, FLAC, WAV, AIFF/AIF, DTS, MP3, WMA, AAC, OGG, ALAC,
MP2, M4A, AC3, OPUS, TAK, etc. CUE is supported.
Hi-Res Support: 32 bit / 768 kHz & DSD 512
DAC Chip: ESS ES9039PRO
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0 Receiver
Bluetooth Codec Support: LDAC / aptX HD / aptX / AAC / SBC

Connectors:
[Headphone Outputs] 3.5mm/ 6.35mm / 4.4mm / XLR
[Digital Inputs] USB DAC / USB Drive / Coaxial / Optical / I2S
[Digital Output] USB Audio Out
[Analog Outputs] XLR & RCA
[Analog Input] RCA

Single-Ended Headphone Output
Output power
Low gain: 2.0V@32Ω (126mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.0034%)
Medium Gain: 4.1V@32Ω (537mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.0009%)
High Gain: 7.8V@32Ω (1900mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.002%)
High Gain: 7.8V@300Ω (205mW@300Ω) (THD+N<0.002%)
Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB)
THD+N: 0.0005% @ 32Ω (A-Weight @ 2V High Gain)
Dynamic Range: 123dB @ 32Ω (A-Weight @ 2V High Gain)
Channel Separation: 73dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 123dB @32Ω (A-Weight High Gain)
Noise: 113dB @32Ω (A-Weight Low Gain)
Output Impedance: 1Ω

Balanced Headphone Output
Output Power:
Low Gain: 4.0V@32Ω (500mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.0023%)
Mid Gain: 8.2V@32Ω (2100mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.0009%)
High Gain: 13V@32Ω (5300mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.02%)
High Gain: 14.5V@300Ω (750mW@300Ω) (THD+N<0.003%)
Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB)
THD+N: 0.0006% @32Ω (A-Weight @ 4V high gain)
Dynamic Range: 125dB @32Ω (A-Weight @ 4V High Gain)
Channel Separation: 110dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 124dB @32Ω (A-Weight High Gain)
Noise: 110dB @32Ω (A-Weight Low Gain)
Output Impedance: 2Ω

RCA Output
Output Level: 2.15V
Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB)
THD+N: 0.0005% (A-Weight 0.5V)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 118dB (A-Weight)
Noise: 111dB

XLR Outputs
Output Level: 4.3V
Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB)
THD+N: 0.0004% (A-Weight 1V)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 120dB (A-Weight)
Noise: 108dB

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I really like this new lineup from Shanling! These guys have done their homework and designed some very well thought out products for
the money.

 

[reiserFS]

Really sexy, wonder how it measures.

 

[Vartan]

How many OPA1612 inside?

 

[Stouthart]

How many OPA1612 inside?

“based around four OPA1612”…guess 4

 

[tvrboy]

What is the design on the top panel? Could we have a photo?

IMO this is a really-nice looking product. Really like the way that the black screen blends with the entire front panel. Perfect for a one-box system in the office.

 

[DavidSerig]

I gotta say, these are pretty cool stuff! Wowsa! Pretty too! I need a transport, don't I?

 

[CT007]

Where can we buy that hardware shelf/rack?

 

[babarrun]

Would it fit with an expanse ?

 

[Shanling]

Where can we buy that hardware shelf/rack?

Nowhere, this was created in CAD.

Would it fit with an expanse ?

DCA seems to be fairly rare in China, so not something we tested in the office yet. But there is audio show in two weeks, so will try to find some to check.

 

[Digital Enigma]

Beautiful design

 

[honeyjjack]

Nowhere, this was created in CAD.



DCA seems to be fairly rare in China, so not something we tested in the office yet. But there is audio show in two weeks, so will try to find some to check.

If you could let us know about susvara and abyss that would be great too. Was thinking about the em7, but gold volume knob threw me off too much. If its got the juice, would love to jump on it; if not, I guess ill sharpie the em7 knob black or try to find a replacement. Also, how does the output toggle between line out and headphone out work on this device? Is it the button on the far left?

 

[Shanling]

If you could let us know about susvara and abyss that would be great too. Was thinking about the em7, but gold volume knob threw me off too much. If its got the juice, would love to jump on it; if not, I guess ill sharpie the em7 knob black or try to find a replacement. Also, how does the output toggle between line out and headphone out work on this device? Is it the button on the far left?

For the Susvara the EH3 output should be enough. EM7 is a bit more powerful, it was designed by our CEO for his AKG K1000, but you paying almost 2.5x more. If you do not need the Android Streamer on EM7, I would say EH3 is a good choice.

Output setting is in system menu, you can pick between headphone out, line-out and pre-out. Top buttons on the left are for input switching.

 

[lantian]

Thanks for skipping the mqa tax.

 

[alxw0w]

Would love to see internals
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