Shanling - Onix Zenith XST20 SACD Transport - Black
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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: XST20
- Product Name: Shanling Onix Zenith XST20 SACD Transport
- Color: Black
- 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: 2.8 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: 9.5 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: 12.6 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: 11.5 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: 5060978090118
The ONIX Zenith XST20 is a high-end SACD/CD transport designed for audiophiles who want the purest disc playback into their favorite external DAC delivering true SACD DSD output premium top-loading build quality and exceptional connectivity—especially for I2S-based high-end systems.FeaturesPlays CD SACD & MQA-CDDoP DSD Output SupportFPGA-Based I2S OutputBuilt for External DACsLow-Noise Stable PlaybackPure Transport-Only DesignTrue SACD Playback with Real DSD OutputThe XST20 is built to unlock the full potential of SACD discs allowing playback in true DSD quality to compatible external DACs. It supports SACD output through I2S for native DSD64 and can also deliver DSD64 via DoP over digital outputs like coaxial optical AES/EBU and BNC (while USB output does not support SACD).Wide DAC Compatibility with 10 I2S Pinout ModesOne of the standout advantages of the Zenith XST20 is its FPGA-assisted I2S output which includes hardware switching across 10 I2S pinout modes. This greatly improves real-world compatibility across the wide variety of I2S-equipped DACs making it far easier to integrate into high-end systems without guesswork.Highly Optimized Disc Drive + Gapless PlaybackThe XST20 uses a precision audiophile-focused transport design to deliver smooth stable playback with seamless track transitions. It supports single-layer SACD multi-layer SACD standard CDs and MQA-CDs with fully gapless playback for uninterrupted album listening.Top-Loading Design with Premium Build QualityDesigned like a true high-end component the XST20 features a top-loading transport approach and premium mechanical construction for reliable operation and consistent disc reading performance. It’s engineered to provide the stable focused signal extraction audiophiles expect from a dedicated disc transport.Full
- Premium Audio & Video Accessory: True SACD playback over I2S delivers native DSD output for the highest-quality disc audio into a compatible DAC
Whats Included
- Shanling XST20 with product manual
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| Pros for Shanling - Onix Zenith XST20 SACD Transport - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— | Sound Quality, Ease of use, Remote Control, Disc Capacity, Price | Sound Quality, Ease of use, Remote Control, DAC |
| Cons for Shanling - Onix Zenith XST20 SACD Transport - Black | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Size, Skipping, Display, Depth | CD Playback, Firmware Update |
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