The ONIX Zenith XST20 SACD/CD Transport Simplifies the Addition of Super Audio to High-end DACs

Montreal, Quebec — April 8, 2025 — Forté Distribution, a leading distributor of high-end audio and audiophile music products, announced today that the Shanling ONIX Zenith XST20 SACD/CD transport will soon be available in the United States.

The ONIX Zenith XST20 (MSRP: $2,399) is a top-loading SACD/CD transport designed to deliver true DSD-quality playback via a comprehensive array of digital outputs, including I²S, Coaxial, Optical, AES, and BNC. Built with audiophile-grade components and robust construction, it supports playback from CDs, MQA-CDs, and SACDs, including multi-layer and single-layer formats.

“The ONIX Zenith XST20 is another step in Shanling’s commitment to bring fans of CDs and SACDs an audiophile-grade means for enjoying their discs with nearly any high-end DAC on the market,” said Roger Fortier, Vice President and Director of Sales at Forté Distribution, the official U.S. distributor of Shanling Electronics. “From its top-shelf components to its rugged build quality and intuitive operation, the XST20 is a must-have for any music lover who appreciates the superior sonic attributes of the SACD format.”

Engineered for broad compatibility, the XST20 features native DSD64 output via I²S, with additional digital outputs offering support for DSD64 via DoP or D2P. A specially designed hardware interface allows seamless switching between ten I²S pinout modes, enabling integration with nearly any high-end DAC available today.

“The ONIX Zenith XST20 is a simple, straightforward path for adding SACD, standard CD, and even MQA-CD playback to any modern audiophile system,” added Fortier.

For more information about the ONIX Zenith XST20 SACD Transport, visit: https://forte-distribution.com/product/onix-zenith-xst20

ONIX Zenith XST20 – Key Specifications

• Digital Outputs
  • Optical / Coaxial / AES / BNC
    • CD Playback: 44.1 kHz
    • SACD Playback: DSD64 via DoP or D2P
  • I²S
    • CD Playback: 44.1 kHz
    • SACD Playback: Native DSD64
  • USB
    • CD Playback: 44.1 kHz
    • SACD not supported
• Disc Support: CD, Multi-layer SACD, Single-layer SACD, MQA-CD
• Display: 3.4” touchscreen
• System UI: Basic system
• Power Supply: 25VA Talema transformer
• Dimensions: 12.59” x 9.44” x 2.83”
• Weight: 2.3 lbs

About Forté Distribution
Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Forté Distribution is a premier distributor of high-end audio products in the United States. With a lineage that began with XLO Electric and evolved through Motet Distribution, Forté represents a growing portfolio of respected hi-fi brands including Eversolo, Shanling, and others.
https://forte-distribution.com

About Shanling
Founded in 1988 in Shenzhen, China, Shanling has built a global reputation for innovation in high-fidelity audio. Its product lineup includes portable music players, amplifiers, DACs, CD players, and SACD/CD transports, all known for their quality and performance.
https://en.shanling.com