SHANLING EC Play Portable HiFi CD Player
- Single disc slot, plays CD-R and CD-RW
- 4.4mm and 3.5mm headphone outputs
- Coaxial digital output for external gear
- Bluetooth and USB connectivity
- DSD, DXD, FLAC, WAV, ALAC and more formats
- 2 channel stereo
- Shockproof build for portable use
- One non-standard battery powers it
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A disc player that doubles as a Bluetooth receiver and headphone amp, aimed at listeners with a CD shelf and wired headphones. The spec sheet leaves out battery runtime and output power, so check those before buying.
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ASIN: B0GZ4MVKYTCategory: Portable CD Players
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Overview
A single-disc transport reads music CDs and burned discs, then routes the sound to wired headphones through two jacks or out to other gear through a coaxial digital port. SHANLING also lets a phone connect over Bluetooth so the player works as a receiver and amp for wired headphones.
One device covers a CD collection, phone streaming over Bluetooth and a larger headphone jack for demanding over-ear models. The square body is wide for a pocket, and the spec sheet gives no battery runtime, so plan on bag or desk use.
Who it's for
Collectors who still buy CDs and own good wired headphones get one box for discs and phone audio. Wireless earbud users and people without a disc library gain little from it.
Pros and cons
- 4.4mm jack drives high-impedance headphones
- Bluetooth receiver mode for wired headphones
- Coaxial output feeds external digital gear
- Reads burned CD-R and CD-RW discs
- Battery runtime not listed in specs
- Uses a non-standard battery
- Single disc, no changer
- Wide square body for a pocket
Performance notes
Sound from discs depends on how cleanly the transport reads while moving, which is where the shockproof design matters. Headphone drive rests on the output stage behind each jack, with the larger jack intended for high-impedance over-ear models. Over Bluetooth, the phone sends the stream and the player converts it for the wired headphones plugged into it.
Specifications
| Brand | SHANLING |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight | 0.92 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 5.6 × 5.6 × 1 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Digital output | Coaxial |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Battery | 1 non-standard battery |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity technology | Bluetooth, USB |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Media format | CD, CD-R, CD-RW |
| Headphones jack | 4.4mm, 3.5mm |
| Number of channels | 2 |
| Number of discs | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the SHANLING EC Play?
It measures 5.59 x 5.59 x 1.02 inches and weighs 418 g, so it is closer to a bag or desktop player than a pocket device.
Can the SHANLING EC Play work with my phone?
Yes. Pair the phone over Bluetooth and the EC Play acts as a receiver and amp, so you listen through wired headphones plugged into it.
Does the SHANLING EC Play play burned CDs?
The specs list it as CD-R/RW compatible, so burned CD-R and CD-RW discs are supported along with regular music CDs.
Can the EC Play drive high-impedance headphones?
The listing says the 4.4mm jack is meant to power high-impedance over-ear headphones. Output power is not given in the spec sheet.
How long does the EC Play battery last?
Battery runtime is not in the spec sheet. The player uses one non-standard battery.