[cleg]

Shanling UP4 vs FiiO BTR5

 

[cleg]

Would you be comparing the performance using wired connection on a computer? I plan to use these as desktop setup 95% of the time.

sure, I compare them in DAC mode to get the best idea. but subjectively, for the desktop usage I'd select some wired DAC without battery (I really don't like charging them )

 

[Shanling]

Firstly, UP4 now started shipping to our international distributors. So if your local distributor ordered in time, they will receive UP4 before our Chinese New Year holidays starts.

Will there be "in-car" mode in the new firmware, as in btr5?

In our plans to add it at later date.

I wonder if the market for this type of super portable device will ever grow big enough to warrant separate devices to suit USB DAC and BT receiver functions.
I wouldn't want to suggest that USB DAC users should be left out in the cold, but it holds zero interest for me, and I'd much rather a BT-centric device that works really well.
I just don't think the 'swiss army knife' approach helps these receivers reach their full audio potential.
Rather than combined BT receiver and USB functions, I'd rather see separate devices for each camp.

Mine is a minority opinion though, right?

I'm looking forward to more opinions of the UP4, and trying to choose between it and the BTR5.
The volume wheel is a big draw for me.
But fitting so much function into one rotary wheel seems like it might be a bit a of a pain to operate for all the other non volume duties.

UP4 is BT receiver first. Only change to make it work as USB DAC is some adjustment on USB input. If we cut out whole USB DAC function, it will have no impact on BT receiver part.

My video about UP4

Thank you very much for your review.

UP4 product page should be online soon, I finished all its texts some time ago, just need to have it uploaded.

 

[Shanling]

If you got Shanling UP2 for Christmas and are confused why its box is not orange, here is simple explanation:

UP2 packaging was changed during fall, so it's now possible to get it either in orange or dark blue/purple box.

No need to worry, no need to be afraid you got fake.

 

[yorosello]

If you got Shanling UP2 for Christmas and are confused why its box is not orange, here is simple explanation:

UP2 packaging was changed during fall, so it's now possible to get it either in orange or dark blue/purple box.

No need to worry, no need to be afraid you got fake.

Damn, the new box look far better

 

[St3ven]

Hi, please, has anybody tried paring the Up2 with the Meze 99 Neo? On paper it seems like a great match to me. Thank you

 

[robar]

Where to buy these in Europe? I thinking about buying one, either the UP2 or UP4, but I'm not sure where to order, or where are they even available. I wouldn't like to order from China because that would mean almost +30% price for me in customs. Are there any certified sellers or any info about when they will be in stock in the EU? thanks

 

[zachgraz]

It does not seem to be available yet in Europe. See Shanling's global site for distributors in the EU. I have bought from the German distributor in the past which is HiFi Passion. They are very reliable. For some reasons it is not listed on Shanling's website.

 

[episiarch]

Headphoniaks (Spain) has a good Shanling selection – they supplied my MTW100 – and they offer both UP2 and UP4 though UP4 is out of stock at the moment.

 

[robolee]

mine is a purple box and i order it during Nov Period

 

[Shanling]

Where to buy these in Europe? I thinking about buying one, either the UP2 or UP4, but I'm not sure where to order, or where are they even available. I wouldn't like to order from China because that would mean almost +30% price for me in customs. Are there any certified sellers or any info about when they will be in stock in the EU? thanks

We have "Where to buy" section on our website: http://en.shanling.com/category/335

It does not seem to be available yet in Europe. See Shanling's global site for distributors in the EU. I have bought from the German distributor in the past which is HiFi Passion. They are very reliable. For some reasons it is not listed on Shanling's website.

It's managed by my colleagues, need to talk to them.

 

[robar]

Thanks everyone Quite pricey shipping costs from these stores, but might still be better than customs, I'll check the numbers tomorrow.

 

[dokk4]

When to wait for a software application for a subject and an additional case?

 

[Shanling]

New firmware update for Shanling UP4, V1.1.

Download from our website or from Google Drive

Changes and fixes：

1. Low battery warning is disabled while music is playing.

2. Fixed problem causing volume jump after connection.

3. Fixed problem causing channel imbalance.

4. Fixed problem of missing first second when using WeChat.

5. Other bug fixes.

 

[yorosello]

UP4 is already available on my local store, gonna get them soon