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Shanling - M30
Hi-Res Modular Digital Audio PlayerShipping
Chi-Fi
Excellence
1 Year of
Warranty
Ideal for
Indoor Use
Bluetooth with
aptX HD
2.5mm, 3.5mm Pro,4.4mm &
4-Pin XLR Balanced Output
Dual AKM AK4497EQ
DAC Chip
Connect With USB,
OpticalCoaxial & RCA
Upto 1530mW @ 32 Ω
Power Output
Upto 2TB
of Storage
ALL IN ONE MODULAR DESIGN FOR FUTURE UPGRADABILITY
Shanling M30 is a unique modular device that is upgradeable and customisable. All core components can be exchanged or upgraded so you can keep your device up to date with the newer technologies. The modular design enables you to keep up with the latest technologies and preferences. Designed as an all-in-one device, it’s not only a high-performing DAC and headphone amplifier but also a standalone music player with access to different music streaming services. It is fully battery powered, assuring clean and stable power for the best audio performance.

TUBE AND SOLID-STATE TECHNOLOGY FOR SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE
Thanks to the unique modular architecture, the Shanling M30 player features both Tube and Solid-State technologies. For Solid-state, the M30 features a 2x ADI ADA4610-2+ 4x Ti BUF634 amplification module and for Tube output, the M30 is equipped with 2x Korg Nature 6P1 tubes. The M30 features three output modes, Direct, Transport, and Tube.


DUAL AKM DAC CHIPS FOR HIRES SIGNAL DECODING AND ULTRA LOW DISTORTION
The Shanling M30 is equipped with Dual AKM AK4497 DAC chips and 2x Ti OPA1662 operational amplifiers for smooth signal decoding and rendering. The AKM AK4497 is a highly acclaimed audio signal decoding chip that is used in flagship desktop DAC’s and Players. It supports hi-res signal decoding with ultra-low distortion and a super clean background. The player can decode PCM up to 32-Bit/384kHz and DSD512 natively. It also supports high-end features like DSD Upsampling, MQA decoding, and more.



MULTIPLE INPUT/OUTPUT MODES FOR EASY CONNECTIVITY
The Shanling M30 features a hub of input/output options. It can take analog input via RCA ports, Digital input via Coaxial, Optical, 2x USB-A, USB-B, USB-C, and Ethernet LAN cable. For headphone output, the Shanling M30 supports 4-Pin XLR, 4.4mm 2.5mm, 3.5mmPRO Balanced output, and 6.35mm/3.5mm single-ended output ports. So imagine any input/output port requirement, the Shanling M30 is equipped with it.


HI-RES WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY SUPPORT WITH ANDROID SYSTEM
Shanling M30 supports hi-res wireless connectivity with Dual-band WiFi(2.4gHz/5gHz), Hi-res Bluetooth Codecs like LDAC, LHDC, aptX HD, and more. Enjoy seamless hi-res music over wireless connections with the M30. This is possible as the M30 runs a closed Android system that is deeply customised for optimal sound quality and smooth operation. It comes ready with wide support for playback of local files and a range of music streaming services like Spotify, Tidal, Deezer etc.

POWERFUL AND CLEAN SOUND
The headphone amplifier of M30 is designed with the new I/V conversion stage and in-house developed CPAF low-pass filtering technology. It's one of our most versatile amplifiers, working smoothly with sensitive earphones, yet powerful enough for the most demanding audiophile headphones. Top quality and carefully selected parts assure the high-end performance of the headphone module.


STURDY BUILD WITH HIFI GRADE WIRES
As a high-end Audio manufacturer, Shanling knows that even the smallest details can have an impact on the overall performance. Keeping this in mind the M30’s chassis is carefully cut by CNC machines from a single piece of metal, for the best stability and interference resistance. This philosophy is even showcased in the wire selection for the device, which uses only single crystal copper for internal wiring, for clean signal transmission.



TANTALUM-POLYMER CAPACITORS PAIRED WITH KDS CRYSTAL OSCILLATORS FOR REDUCED JITTER AND MQA SUPPORT
The Shanling M30 is designed with 92 of the high accuracy and temperature stable Panasonic capacitors. They are further paired with extremely high precision oscillators for reduced jitter and accurate clocking. M30 player includes MQA technology, which enables you to playback MQA audio files and streams, delivering the sound of the original master recording. 'MQA' or 'MQA Studio' indicates that the product is decoding and playing an MQA stream or file, and denotes provenance to ensure that the sound is identical to that of the source material.

DAC CHIP | AKM AK4497 x 2 |
DIGITAL FILTERS | 6 user selectable filters |
TUBES | KORG 6P1 x 2 |
MODE | Panasonic 18650 x 5 |
TOTAL CAPACITY | 16 500 mAh |
BATTERY LIFE | Single-ended/Single DAC: 17.5 h Single-ended/Dual DAC: 14.5 h Balanced: 12.5 h |
DIMENSIONS | 213 mm * 258 mm * 50 mm |
WEIGHT | 3 kg |
SCREEN | 6-inch 1080-1920 Touch screen |
SYSTEM | Closed Android |
SUPPORTED FORMATS | DSF / DFF/ISO/ DVD / APE / FLAC / WAV / AIFF / AIF / DTS / MP3 / WMA / ACC / OGG / ALAC / MP2 / M4A / AC3 / M3U / M3U8 |
HI-RES SUPPORT | Up to 32 bit/768 kHz DSD 512 |
STORAGE | MicroSD card slot, up to 2TB |
CONNECTION | Wifi & Bluetooth 4.1 |
BLUETOOTH TRANSMITTER | LHDC, aptX HD, aptX |
BYPASS | |
OUTPUT POWER | Low gain 12.7 mW @ 32 Ω Medium gain 49 mW @ 32 Ω High gain 195 mw @ 32 Ω Turbo gain 500 mW @ 32 Ω |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20 Hz-50 kHz |
THD+N | 0.0045% @ 32 Ω |
CHANNEL SEPARATION | 71 dB @ 32 Ω |
DYNAMIC RANGE | 121 dB @ 32 Ω |
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO | 121 dB @ 32 Ω |
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | <0.8Ω |
TRANSISTOR | |
OUTPUT POWER | Low gain 12.7 mW @ 32 Ω Medium gain 49 mW @ 32 Ω High gain 195 mw @ 32 Ω Turbo gain 500 mW @ 32 Ω |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20 Hz-50 kHz |
THD+N | 0.0013% @ 32 Ω |
CHANNEL SEPARATION | 71 dB @ 32 Ω |
DYNAMIC RANGE | 115 dB @ 32 Ω |
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO | 115 dB @ 32 Ω |
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | <0.8Ω |
TUBES | |
OUTPUT POWER | Low gain 12.7 mW @ 32 Ω Medium gain 49 mW @ 32 Ω High gain 195 mw @ 32 Ω Turbo gain 500 mW @ 32 Ω |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20 Hz-50 kHz |
THD+N | 0.4% @ 32 Ω |
CHANNEL SEPARATION | 71 dB @ 32 Ω |
DYNAMIC RANGE | 98 dB @ 32 Ω |
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO | 98 dB @ 32 Ω |
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | <0.8Ω |
BYPASS | |
OUTPUT POWER | Low gain 45 mW @ 32 Ω Medium gain 180 mW @ 32 Ω High gain 720 mw @ 32 Ω Turbo gain 1530 mW @ 32 Ω |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20 Hz-50 kHz |
THD+N | 0.0045% @ 32 Ω |
CHANNEL SEPARATION | 107 dB @ 32 Ω |
DYNAMIC RANGE | 123 dB @ 32 Ω |
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO | 123 dB @ 32 Ω |
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | <1.6Ω |
TRANSISTOR | |
OUTPUT POWER | Low gain 45 mW @ 32 Ω Medium gain 180 mW @ 32 Ω High gain 720 mw @ 32 Ω Turbo gain 1530 mW @ 32 Ω |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20 Hz-50 kHz |
THD+N | 0.0005% @ 32 Ω |
CHANNEL SEPARATION | 106 dB @ 32 Ω |
DYNAMIC RANGE | 119 dB @ 32 Ω |
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO | 119 dB @ 32 Ω |
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | <1.6Ω |
TUBES | |
OUTPUT POWER | Low gain 45 mW @ 32 Ω Medium gain 180 mW @ 32 Ω High gain 720 mw @ 32 Ω Turbo gain 1530 mW @ 32 Ω |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20 Hz-50 kHz |
THD+N | 0.4% @ 32 Ω |
CHANNEL SEPARATION | 100 dB @ 32 Ω |
DYNAMIC RANGE | 102 dB @ 32 Ω |
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO | 102 dB @ 32 Ω |
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | <1.6Ω |
OUTPUT LEVEL | Bypass: 2.6 V Transistor: 2.18 V Tube: 2.0 V |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20 Hz-50 kHz |
THD+N | Bypass: 0.0005% @ 32 Ω Transistor: 0.0018% @ 32 Ω Tube: 0.6% @ 32 Ω |
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATION | Bypass: 121 dB @ 32 Ω Transistor: 116 dB @ 32 Ω Tube: 99 dB @ 32 Ω |
OUTPUT LEVEL | Bypass: 5.2 V Transistor: 4.3 V Tube: 4.15 V |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20 Hz-50 kHz |
THD+N | Bypass: 0.0003% @ 32 Ω Transistor: 0.0004% @ 32 Ω Tube: 0.6% @ 32 Ω |
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATION | Bypass: 124 dB @ 32 Ω Transistor: 119 dB @ 32 Ω Tube: 102 dB @ 32 Ω |
BOX CONTENTS | 1. Shanling M30 |
2. User manual with legal and safety information |
GENERIC NAME | Digital Audio Player |
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | China |
IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
NET QUANTITY | 1 |


30 Years of Shanling: Engineering Audio Products for Hi-Fi Music Enjoyment
Shanling was established in 1988 when it began developing audio products and launched its first-ever Hi-Fi stereo amplifier. Since its beginning, Shanling has continuously developed new products and has incorporated multiple patented technologies like the SONY LDAC, Bluetooth BQB, Hi-Res from Japanese Audio Association, Microsoft HDCD, Dolby Digital, DTS, DVD, SACD, CD patent and more. For more than 30 years Shanling employees have upheld the spirit of integrity, innovation, team spirit and hard work.

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Shanling is Powered by Excellence and Customer Satisfaction
Excellence in quality and customer satisfaction has always been the driving force for Shanling. Shanling is from China - headquartered in Shenzhen with a factory in Dongguan. Their product range consists of Hi-Res portable music players, portable amplifiers, Hi-Fi headphones, SACD/CD players, Hi-Fi amplifiers, power conditioners and more. By maintaining a strong relationship with the high-end manufacturers over the years, Shanling today enjoys the position of being one of the most reputed companies in the industry.

Exceptional Digital Audio Players with Cutting-Edge Audio Technologies
Shanling is known for the incorporation of cutting edge technology and that's evident in all the audio players developed by Shanling. Each Shanling audio player features high-end specs including the ESS DAC Chip, Qualcomm aptX, Retina HD display and a strong battery life. The M series of digital audio players like the Shanling M0, M2s, M3s are prime examples of their performance and price and therefore have been highly popular.
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Cerfied Hi-Res Audio by the Japan Audio Society
High-Res Audio certified by the Japan Audio Society has been consistent among all the Shanling digital audio players. All these Hi-Res DAPs go through severe tests to get the great sound. The DAPs are designed to support all the high-res audio files including the DSD format. The Shanling UP2 is a brilliantly crafted DAC/AMP which has been highly popular among the users.
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1 Year Warranty
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