Shanling - EC3 Compact CD Player with DAC - Silver
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Specifications
- Input(s)3.5mm audioDisc Capacity1
- Key Specs
- Input(s): 3.5mm audio
- Disc Capacity: 1
- General
- Brand: Shanling
- Model Number: EC3SILVER
- Product Name: Shanling EC3 Compact CD Player with DAC
- Color: Silver
- Audio
- Playback Format(s): CD
- Bass Boost: false (Circuitry that boosts the bass response of the amplifier, improving audio reproduction enhancing the sound of low frequencies. Fixed boost means the level of bass response is preset, whereas variable boost allows the user to make adjustments.)
- Features
- Display Type: Analog
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth Enabled: false (The device is capable of communicating with another device via Bluetooth, provided they are within the required range of each other. A Bluetooth-enabled device must also be the same Bluetooth version or higher than the accessory it is intended to pair with.)
- Speaker Connection Type: XLR
- Headphone Jack: false (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Output
- Output(s): 3.5mm audio
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 10.0 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 7.4 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 2.7 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 5.3 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Power
- Power Source: Plug-in
- Included
- Remote Control Included: true
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: None
- Other
- UPC: 6972835391414
The Shanling EC3 is a compact premium top-loading CD player built for high-quality playback in smaller hi-fi or desktop systems. It combines a reliable disc transport with a built-in DAC and modern connectivity including digital outputs for upgrading to an external DAC plus USB and Bluetooth streaming support for added flexibility beyond CDs.FeaturesTop-Loading CD Player DesignPhilips CD80 Transport MechanismESS ES9219C DAC Built-InUSB Drive Hi-Res PlaybackBluetooth 5.0 with LDACCoax + Optical Digital OutputsCompactSmaller than a sheet of A4 paper fitting perfectly alongside Shanling's EM5 and EA5 streamers. Ideal for use in desktop rigs smaller bedrooms or any narrow Hi-Fi racks. With a top-loading CD drive and transparent cover to fully enjoy the charm of spinning discs.App ControlDownload Shanling's Eddict Player app to your Android or iOS device to comfortably control EC3. Acting as a simple playback and volume control for use with CDs. Or switch to USB drive playback and use the app to browse through all the files artists and albums.System PlatformUsing a dual-core X2000 processor providing EC3 with features user interface and settings that wouldn't be possible on simpler CD players. Fully optimized for a smooth performance and fast start-up times.Top-Loading CD DriveEC3 combines Philips CD80 drive system with Sanyo HD850 laser head for stable and error-free reading of CD discs matching the performance of Shanling's legacy CD players we manufactured over 30 years.ESS ES9219C Hi-Fi DACWell-proven Sabre DAC chip from ESS now makes its way into Shanling's CD players. Carefully tuned for Shanling' s traditional warmer slightly thicker and beautifully natural sound. And with full support for High-Resolution files for USB drive playback.Independent Volume
- Premium Audio & Video Accessory: Bluetooth 5.0 with LDAC gives you a simple way to stream high-quality audio from your phone or tablet
Whats Included
- Shanling EC3SLV with product manual
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| Pros for Shanling - EC3 Compact CD Player with DAC - Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| There were no pros for this product— | Sound Quality, Ease of use, Disc Capacity, Price, Remote Control | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for Shanling - EC3 Compact CD Player with DAC - Silver | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Size, Skipping, Display, Depth | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
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