Shanling CT90 CD Transport

$999.00

Starts shipping December 30th. The Shanling CT90 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.

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Description

The Shanling CT90 CD Transport is the premium companion to the ET3, offering 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.

Key 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

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

Additional information

Color

Silver, Black