SHANLING Q2 Portable HiFi Music Player
- 4x CS43131 DAC, DSD512 and 768kHz/32bit
- 3.5mm and 4.4mm balanced outputs
- Two-way Bluetooth 5.2, LDAC, aptX HD
- 13.5 hours playback, 1850mAh
- microSD up to 2TB, card not included
- USB DAC mode
- 2.09 inch touchscreen, Mtouch OS
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A pocketable hi-res music player with four DAC chips, balanced output and two-way LDAC Bluetooth for focused, distraction-free listening. It has no streaming apps, so music must be loaded locally.
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ASIN: B0HCBVMJDXModel: Q2Category: MP3 & MP4 Players
Overview
Four DAC chips working in a frequency-split arrangement decode hi-res files in this pocket Shanling player, with both single-ended and balanced headphone outputs. A small touchscreen runs a music-only operating system, and Bluetooth sends or receives high quality audio.
Buy it to upgrade from phone audio with balanced output, strong hi-res support and long battery life in a light aluminum body. There are no streaming apps on the music-only system, and the microSD card is not included.
Who it's for
Made for audiophiles and commuters with FLAC or DSD collections and wired or LDAC headphones. Streaming-first listeners should look at an Android-based player.
Pros and cons
- Four DAC chips
- Balanced 4.4mm output
- Two-way LDAC Bluetooth
- Long battery life
- No streaming apps
- MicroSD card not included
Performance notes
Detail comes from the DAC chips splitting the frequency range, while the balanced output and gain switch match harder-to-drive headphones. Selectable digital filters shift the tone slightly, and battery life depends on gain and output in use.
Specifications
| Brand | SHANLING |
|---|---|
| Model | Q2 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Screen size | 2.09 inches, 375x320 |
| Item weight | 83 g |
| Item dimensions | 80 x 50 x 13.5 mm |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Headphone outputs | 3.5mm single-ended, 4.4mm balanced |
| Battery capacity | 1850mAh |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Battery life | Up to 13.5 hours |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Q2 Gray |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity technology | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 1 year manufacturer |
| Supported formats | FLAC, DSD, APE, WAV, MP3, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, WMA, OGG |
| Other details | |
| Dac | 4x CS43131 |
| Expandable storage | microSD up to 2TB (card not included) |
| Operating system | Mtouch OS |
| Bluetooth codecs | LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, SBC (transmit and receive) |
| Max playback resolution | DSD512, 768kHz/32bit |
| USB dac | Up to 768kHz/32bit |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Shanling Q2?
It measures 80 x 50 x 13.5 mm and weighs 83 g.
Can I use the Shanling Q2 with my computer?
Yes. It works as a USB DAC up to 768kHz/32bit.