The Shanling H5 is many things in one. It is a great portable and desktop DAC (digital-to-analogue converter), amplifier for headphones and speakers, or a music player. The dual AK4493SEQ DAC chips and XMOS XU316 USB processors come together to create a rich and lovable tone, whether you're listening to 32bit 768kHz PCM, DSD512, or MQA audio signals. With clear sound, outstanding signal-to-noise ratio performance and low distortion. At the heart of the device, dual TPA6120 and OPA1612 operational amplifiers pulse to deliver powerful output signals up to 840mW @32Ohm impedance. The 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced earphone and headphone connections are supported by a three-position gain mode. The H5 also communicates with Bluetooth 5.0 pairing up to LDAC resolution. Thanks to the RCA output, it can also be connected to active speakers for use as a preamplifier. The Micro SD memory card slot can be expanded up to a maximum of 2TB, which can even be browsed via Shanling's free Eddict Player app. Above the unobtrusive 0.87" monochrome display, colour indicator LEDs show bitrate, MQA and charge information. With a 3500mAh battery pack built into the aerospace aluminum housing, up to 12.5 hours of battery life is achievable. The H5 represents premium portable music listening with broad compatibility for all modern devices. Whether it's a smartphone, laptop or video game console. Available in black and titanium. The package includes a USB-A - USB-C cable, a USB-C - USB-C cable, a 3.5mm - RCA COAX cable and last but not least a carrying case. SHANLING H5 - Portable DAC and amplifier with music player The Shanling H5 is a versatile device. It can serve as a portable and desktop DAC (digital-analog converter), amplifier for headphones and speakers, or music player. The combination of dual AK4493SEQ DAC chips and XMOS XU316 USB processors results in a rich and lovable sound, whether it's 32bit 768kHz PCM, DSD512, or MQA audio signals. It delivers clear sound, outstanding signal-to-noise ratio, and low distortion. At its core, the device features dual TPA6120 and OPA1612 operational amplifiers for bringing out powerful output signals up to 840mW @32Ohm impedance. The device offers both 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced headphone connections supported by a three-position gain mode. The H5 also communicates via Bluetooth 5.0, supporting LDAC resolution. With the RCA output, it can be connected to active speakers, making it usable as a preamplifier as well. The Micro SD card slot can be expanded up to 2TB, and the content can be browsed through the free Shanling Eddict Player application. A discrete 0.87” monochrome display with color feedback LEDs displays the bitrate, MQA, and charging information. The 3500mAh battery built into the aerospace-grade aluminum housing provides up to 12.5 hours of operation. The H5 represents premium portable music listening, with wide compatibility with all modern devices, including smartphones, laptops, and gaming consoles. Available in black and titanium colors. The package includes a USB-A - USB-C cable, a USB-C - USB-C cable, a 3.5mm - RCA COAX cable, and a carrying case.
