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Shanling's EC Zero T portable CD player offers true portability with a top-loading design housed in a shell smaller and lighter than the ECmini. Inspired by the iconic portable CD players of the 1980s, the EC Zero T marries vintage control knobs and brushed-metal accents with a streamlined, compact chassis. Its timeless aesthetic and durable build make it as stylish as it is practical for both desktop hi-fi and outdoor adventures. Its precision-engineered anti-shake frame and active magnetic clamp hold discs firmly in place—eliminating skips, scratches, and off-center wobble—so you can enjoy flawless playback whether you’re walking, commuting, or camping.
At the heart of the EC Zero T lies Shanling’s self-developed “Kunlun” ladder-resistor DAC, which replaces conventional Delta-Sigma chips with a network of precision resistors. This all-analog conversion delivers full 24-bit decoding, minimizes quantization distortion, and preserves the native dynamic range, resulting in a smooth, lifelike tonal character that stays true to the original recording. Powering the headphone stage are two aerospace-grade JAN6418 micro-triodes—the same tubes found in our flagship M8T. Their characteristic even-order harmonic distortion gently enriches the midrange and treble with a natural “tube warmth,” adding depth and musical bloom without sacrificing clarity or precision. A Texas Instruments TPA6120 amplifier chip provides ultra-low output impedance and high current drive, effortlessly powering both low- and high-impedance headphones. With up to 800 mW @ 32 Ω on the 4.4 mm balanced jack and 195 mW @ 32 Ω on 3.5 mm single-ended, you’ll experience a punchy, noise-free performance and lightning-fast transient response.
The EC Zero T’s disc-reading system combines active magnetic clamping—eschewing mechanical hubs—with a bespoke CD transport and servo mechanism that continuously optimizes laser tracking. A palladium-plated alloy motor, rigorously tested under high load, ensures constant torque and stability, while multi-hour factory calibration guarantees industrial-grade precision and reliability. Stream your CDs wirelessly via high-resolution Bluetooth transmission, or switch to USB-DAC mode for direct digital playback through your computer. Both 3.5 mm single-ended and 4.4 mm balanced outputs are provided, giving you full compatibility with in-ear monitors, portable headphones, or full-size studio cans. With a simplified interface focused solely on pure CD playback and USB-DAC functionality, the EC Zero T delivers a distraction-free listening experience. Enable Desktop Mode to power the player directly via USB-C—no battery required—turning it into a dedicated, high-performance DAC for your desk setup. Equipped with a 5,500 mAh Li-ion battery, the EC Zero T is built for extended use in any environment. USB-C charging brings you back to full capacity quickly, so you can keep your CD library at the ready, whether you’re on the road or at home.
Leather Carrying Case With High Quality Italian Leather.
Specifications:
Dimensions 158 × 150 × 28 mm
Weight about 669 g
Screen 1.68‑inch LCD display
USB DAC Support 768 kHz/32 bit, DSD512
Bluetooth Version V5.3
Bluetooth Transmit Support aptX Adaptive, aptX, SBC
3.5 mm Headphone Output
Transistor Stage
Low Gain 57 mW @ 32 Ω
High Gain 158 mW @ 32 Ω
High Gain (DC power) 330 mW @ 32 Ω
Tube Stage
Low Gain 47 mW @ 32 Ω
High Gain 158 mW @ 32 Ω
High Gain (DC power) 268 mW @ 32 Ω
THD+N 0.02 %
Dynamic Range 116 dB
Channel Separation 79 dB
SNR 115 dB
Noise 111 dB
Output Impedance 4.7 Ω
4.4 mm Headphone Output
Transistor Stage
Low Gain 195 mW @ 32 Ω
High Gain 551 mW @ 32 Ω
High Gain (DC power) 1220 mW @ 32 Ω
Tube Stage
Low Gain 195 mW @ 32 Ω
High Gain 551 mW @ 32 Ω
High Gain (DC power) 1087 mW @ 32 Ω
THD+N 0.02 %
Dynamic Range 117 dB
Channel Separation 103 dB
SNR 117 dB
Noise 108 dB
Output Impedance 6.6 Ω
Inside the Box:
1 x Shanling EC Zero T
User Manual
