
Description
The new Shanling CT90 CD Transport is a premium top-loading CD transport featuring SAA7824 servo, I2S with FPGA modes, dual AES/EBU, advanced upsampling, USB Audio, Bluetooth LDAC input, external clock support, and a linear power supply. Designed for audiophiles seeking high-end digital output flexibility and a refined Hi-Fi experience.
The new CT90 features a more advanced digital architecture, broader digital output options, and a modern Hi-Fi design inspired by the SCD3.3. With a top-loading mechanism, dedicated CD puck, upsampling circuitry, and extensive connectivity,
the CT90 is engineered for high-performance audio systems.ET3 will remain in production as the more affordable option, while CT90 stands as the higher-end
choice for listeners seeking superior transport performance and flexibility.
Shanling CT90 is our first CD player offering the “Pure CD Mode”, designed for the most simplified and direct playback of CDs.
How to Enable “Pure CD Mode”?
Press on the wheel to enter the menu. Navigate to Playback Settings and “Pure CD Mode” will be the first option. Press on the wheel to activate it, you will be asked to confirm.
How to exit “Pure CD Mode”?
Spin the wheel to exit “Pure CD Mode”.
How does CT90 behave in “Pure CD Mode”?
- Remote is deactivated
- App communication is deactivated
- SRC Upsampling is deactivated
- USB and Bluetooth modes are deactivated
- System menu/settings cannot be accessed
- Screen turns off after 5 seconds
- Device only reacts to the press of the physical buttons
- Only pressing on the wheel or lifting the CD cover will light up the screen
Features:
- Modern Shanling Hi-Fi design inspired by SCD3.3
- SAA7824 servo and DA11 disc drive
- Top-loading CD mechanism with puck and tiltable cover
- Supports CD, CD-R, CD-RW and MQA-CD
- Dedicated upsampling circuit (not active on USB output)
- I2S output with FPGA and 10 selectable modes
- Two AES/EBU outputs for high-end active speakers
- Coaxial and Optical SPDIF
- USB Audio output
- Clock input for external 44.1 kHz / 10 MHz masterclock
- Bluetooth input: LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC
- USB drive playback (controlled via Eddict player)
- USB input for use as a USB digital transport
- Linear power supply with 30W transformer
- 4.8″ elongated display (294 × 1024)
- Hardware buttons and control wheel
- No Wi-Fi
- 280 × 230 × 91 mm
Specifications:
USB Output
- PCM up to 768 kHz
- DSD512 (no upsampling)
I2S Output
- PCM up to 768 kHz
- DSD512 Native
SPDIF / AES Output
- PCM up to 192 kHz
- DSD64 DoP
Supported Media & Inputs
- CD / CD-R / CD-RW
- MQA-CD
- Bluetooth input: LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC
- USB drive playback (Eddict player control)
- USB input for computer transport mode
- Clock input: 44.1 kHz / 10 MHz
Power & Build
- Linear power supply
- 30W transformer
- Top-loading mechanism with CD puck
- Hardware buttons and control wheel