Shanling ET3 CD Player Digital Transport Wi-Fi Bluetooth Hi-Res Audio Black
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The Shanling ET3 is a pure digital CD transport with a top-loading, CNC-machined black aluminium body, featuring I2S, coaxial, optical, AES/EBU and USB digital outputs, MQA-CD support, USB drive playback, Wi-Fi (DLNA and AirPlay) and Bluetooth 5.0 input. It is part of Shanling's desktop hi-fi source range, designed for pairing with an external DAC.
Key specifications
- Type: pure digital CD transport, top-loading
- CD mechanism: Philips SAA7824 drive with Sanyo HD850 laser
- Digital outputs: I2S, optical, coaxial, AES/EBU and USB
- I2S output: up to PCM768, DSD512
- Coaxial / optical / AES output: up to PCM192, DSD64
- Upsampling: CT7302CL chip, All-to-DSD or All-to-PCM
- Wireless: 2.4G/5G Wi-Fi with DLNA/AirPlay; Bluetooth 5.0 input with LDAC, AAC and SBC
- USB drive playback: up to 2TB, PCM 32bit/768kHz and DSD512
- MQA-CD support; companion Eddict app and remote control included
- Body: CNC-machined aluminium, black finish
Shanling ET3 CD transport
Compact design with CNC-machined black metal body
Compact dimensions suit desktop rigs, bedside tables or narrow hi-fi racks. CNC machined from a single piece of aluminium for a rigid, resonance-resistant construction. The top-loading drive with transparent cover lets you enjoy the visual appeal of spinning discs.
MQA-CD support: full MQA unfolding
The ET3 supports MQA-CD and can act as an MQA Full Decoder, delivering the complete quality of MQA files. When connected to an MQA-capable DAC, it can instead act as an MQA Core Decoder, passing the signal out via I2S.
High-end class connectivity
The ET3 provides a full range of standard digital outputs, with particular strengths in its I2S output and dedicated USB data output — an unusual feature for a CD source component.
USB and wireless playback
USB drive playback supports drives up to 2TB and files up to PCM 32bit/768kHz and DSD512. Files can be browsed via the companion Eddict app on a phone or tablet. For wireless streaming, the ET3 supports DLNA and AirPlay over 2.4G/5G Wi-Fi, plus Bluetooth 5.0 for direct connection from phones, tablets or computers.
Advanced sound processing: upsampling and All-to-DSD
The CT7302CL upsampling chip can convert CDs, USB files or wireless streams to high-resolution PCM (up to 768kHz) or DSD. A single setting selects All-to-DSD or All-to-PCM to match your DAC's preference.
- I²S output: up to PCM768, DSD512
- Coaxial / optical / AES output: up to PCM192, DSD64
High-quality Bluetooth input: ultimate convenience
The ET3 pairs as easily as Bluetooth headphones or speakers, giving instant access to streaming apps, video and music from any phone, tablet or computer. LDAC support ensures high-fidelity wireless audio, with AAC also supported for iOS users.
Top-loading CD drive: Philips SAA7824 and Sanyo HD850
The ET3 combines a Philips SAA7824 CD drive system with a Sanyo HD850 optical head in a top-loaded configuration for stable, reliable playback — drawing on Shanling's 30-plus years of CD player manufacturing experience. If you need a portable Shanling CD source, the Shanling EC Mini transportable CD player is also available.
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Specification
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What's Included
- Shanling ET3
- Disc cover
- Power cable
- Remote control
- User Guide
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From our tech experts at CEN
The Shanling ET3 is a pure digital CD transport with a top-loading, CNC-machined black aluminium body, using a Philips SAA7824 drive and Sanyo HD850 laser. It provides I²S, coaxial, optical, AES/EBU and USB digital outputs, Wi-Fi with DLNA and AirPlay, Bluetooth 5.0 with LDAC, MQA-CD support, and USB drive playback up to 2TB.
Who it suits
The ET3 is aimed at desktop hi-fi listeners who already own a separate DAC and want a versatile, high-quality CD source. If you also need an R2R DAC to pair with it, the Shanling EH90 is a strong match.
Our tech experts advise
The ET3 has no built-in DAC, so a separate DAC is essential for analogue output. The I²S output supports up to PCM768 and DSD512; coaxial, optical and AES/EBU are limited to PCM192 and DSD64, so check your DAC's inputs before connecting. The CT7302CL chip provides All-to-DSD or All-to-PCM upsampling to suit your DAC's preference. Browse compatible sources and DACs in the Shanling range.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the Shanling ET3 have a built-in DAC or analogue outputs?
A: No. The ET3 is developed as a pure digital transport. It connects to an external DAC through its I2S, optical, coaxial, AES/EBU or USB digital outputs.
Q: Can the Shanling ET3 play files from a USB drive?
A: Yes. It plays from USB drives up to 2TB, supporting high-resolution files up to PCM 32bit/768kHz and DSD512, and can act as a NAS server with USB drives. Files can be browsed with the Eddict app.
Q: Does the Shanling ET3 support AirPlay and Bluetooth?
A: Yes. It has 2.4G/5G Wi-Fi with DLNA and AirPlay support, plus a Bluetooth 5.0 input with LDAC, AAC and SBC.
Q: What is in the box with the Shanling ET3?
A: The Shanling ET3, a disc cover, power cable, remote control and user guide.
