The Shanling EA5 Desktop Music Player is more than just a music player; it’s a multifunctional music centre designed to enhance your desktop Hi-Fi system. Whether used as a standalone device or integrated with your existing setup, the EA5 offers a world of possibilities for audio enthusiasts. Here’s why it’s the ultimate choice for discerning music lovers
Seamless Music Playback:
With the EA5, enjoying your music collection is a breeze. Simply insert a MicroSD card, connect a hard drive, or link the EA5 to your local Wi-Fi network, and music will start flowing. Control it all conveniently from an app on your smartphone, putting the power of your music library at your fingertips.
Dual Amplifiers for Versatility:
Inside the EA5, you’ll find two amplifiers. The first is Shanling’s standard headphone amplifier, perfect for driving your audiophile headphones to their full potential. The second is an Abletec Class-D amplifier designed for speakers, making the EA5 ideal for desktop setups where you need to seamlessly switch between headphones and speakers.
Complete Connectivity:
The EA5 Music Centre is a Swiss Army knife of connectivity. It can function as a dedicated DAC with your computer or other digital sources, connect to a separate amplifier as a pure DAC or pre-amplifier, or operate as an integrated amplifier with a separate DAC. It even supports wireless operation via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, serving both as a receiver and a source.
Independent Streaming Center:
Running on a custom closed Android system, the EA5 stands as a standalone music system. No need for a computer or complex setups—enjoy direct access to your music collection and streaming services effortlessly.
Elegant Design:
The EA5 boasts a striking design with its deep black body, blending glass and aluminum for a touch of luxury. The gold-plated volume wheel adds a premium touch, while the 4.7-inch touch screen simplifies music control. A circuit diagram on the device caters to the Hi-Fi enthusiast, highlighting the attention to detail.
Powerful Speaker Amplification:
Equipped with a dedicated class-D speaker amplifier from Abletec, the EA5 delivers 2x 50W at 4 ohms output power, making it a perfect match for bookshelf speakers or smaller floor-standing speakers.
Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Excellence:
Experience faster transfer speeds and smoother streaming with 5G Wi-Fi support. The EA5 also offers two-way Bluetooth connectivity, serving as a Bluetooth DAC for mobile phones and seamlessly connecting to wireless Bluetooth speakers or headphones.
Ready for Streaming:
In addition to built-in streaming apps, the EA5 seamlessly integrates into your local network, supporting AirPlay, DLNA, and connection to NAS servers for your convenience.
Companion App:
Control every aspect of the EA5 with the Shanling Eddict Player app, available for Android and iOS. Enjoy complete display mirroring and access to all the features of the EA5 from any device.
Versatile Integration:
The EA5’s versatility allows it to seamlessly integrate into various home audio systems. Switch effortlessly from headphones to speakers, operate as a standalone device, or use it as a DAC with your computer or CD player. Stream from Tidal or your local NAS with ease.
MQA & Hi-Res Audio Support:
The EA5 is your gateway to pristine audio. It supports 8x MQA playback from locally stored files, streaming apps, and USB input. It proudly carries the Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Wireless Audio certification from the Japan Audio Society, ensuring audiophile-grade sound quality.
The Shanling EA5 Music Centre is the epitome of versatility, elegance, and audio excellence. Elevate your desktop Hi-Fi experience and immerse yourself in a world of musical possibilities with this remarkable device. Discover a new dimension of audio quality with the EA5.