Shanling M6

Introduction

Shanling is a Chinese company that specializes in producing a variety of audio products from digital audio players (DAPs) to CD players. I would like to thank Shanling for the review unit of M6. More information about the Shanling M6 can be found on Shanling.

Specifications

Basics

Size: 71*17.5*133.5 mm
Screen: 4.7 inch 720*1280 Sharp IPS HD screen
Weight: 228g
System: Android 7.1
Audio Formats: DSF, DFF, ISO, DXD, APE, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, AIF, DTS, MP3, WMA, ACC, OGG, ALAC, MP2, M4A, AC3, M3U, M3UB
Support up to: 32 bit / 768 kHz DSD 128 (Hardware), DSD 256 (Software)
Switchable Gain: Low/High
Storage: 32 GB ROM + External Micro SD card, up to 2TB
DAC: 2 X AK4495SEQ
Digital Filter: 5 Different Filters

Bluetooth

Version: 4.2
Codec Support:
- Bi-directional -LDAC & SBC
- Transmit only – HWA LHD, aptX HD & aptX

Single Ended Output Measurements

Output Power: 160mW@32Ω
Signal to Noise Ratio: 118dB
Channel Separation: 75dB(32Ω)
Dynamic range: 118dB
THD + N: 0.001%
Output Impedance: < 1 Ω

Balanced Output Measurements

Output Power: 350mW@32Ω
Signal to Noise Ratio: 119dB
Channel Separation: 109dB(32Ω)
Dynamic range: 119dB
THD + N: 0.001%
Output Impedance: < 2 Ω

Wi-Fi

Standard: 2.4G / 5G
Features: OTA Firmware Upgrade, File Transfer

Battery

Lifetime: 12 h (Single-Ended) / 9 h (Balanced)
Capacity: 4000 mAh

Unboxing & Accessories

The M6 comes in a maroon red package that has a grey protective cover. On the cover, there are the model name, product type and brand logo. At the side and back of the cover, there are the specifications. After opening the package, there are the M6, USB Type C cable, warranty card, quick start guide and screen protectors.