Shanling has released a new portable DAC/amplifier and music player H2. This is the third product in Shanling’s H series with a new optimized design for ease of use and better control. Shanling H2 is equipped with a 32-bit CS43198 DAC chip and a high-efficiency headphone amplifier, which promises clear and powerful output.
Shanling H2 has the functions of a USB DAC, Bluetooth signal input, etc. It also supports local music playback via MicroSD card slot and easy library access via the Eddict Player app on your smartphones, available on iOS and Android, and supports up to 2TB capacity.
New optimized design
Shanling H2 features a streamlined and more compact design, allowing for high mobility with its user-friendly design and lightweight design. The H2 has a more compact design, and the volume wheel is integrated into the body. This also makes it easy to adjust volume on the go.
32-bit Cirrus Logic DAC chipset
Shanling H2 is equipped with a high-end CS43198 DAC chipset from Cirrus Logics. This high-performance 32-bit DAC delivers high-quality audio reproduction with low distortion, high SNR and DNR. The H2 output is clean, rich, and has no audible noise even when using sensitive IEMs.
XMOS USB Processor
The 32-bit CS DAC is paired with an 8-core XMOS XU208 USB processor. It provides support for high-resolution audio decoding on the device, supporting native DSD and 32-bit PCM audio signals.
Dual headphone outputs and dedicated amplifier section
Shanling has equipped the H2 with a dedicated SG-Micro amplifier section. The device is equipped with two headphone outputs – 3.5 mm single-ended and 4.4 mm balanced. Thanks to a dedicated amplifier section, Shanling H2 has a maximum output power of 680mW@32Ω through a balanced 4.4mm output. The output impedance of both ports is also very low, you will get crystal clear output from both ports.
1-inch display
Shanling H2 is equipped with a 1-inch colour display. This screen displays various functions and settings related to the device and active playback. This includes information about the active playback file, volume level, battery status, etc.
Powerful battery
Shanling H2 is equipped with a large capacity 2100mAh battery, which provides the device with excellent battery life. H2 can work up to 12 hours without recharging.
In addition, the H2's charging circuit is independent of the USB DAC input, with two separate USB-C connectors.
Colourful LED lights
With Hi-Res support, the indicator light will change its colour depending on the played file, always assuring your system is running at its full capabilities. It will also indicate charging as per below.
