Shanling Onix Zenith XST20 SACD CD Transport (Black)

The Shanling Onix Zenith XST20 is a premium SACD/CD transport engineered for audiophiles seeking the purest playback experience. Designed to unlock the full potential of Super Audio CDs, it delivers true native DSD64 via I2S, or DSD64 DoP over coaxial, optical, AES, and BNC outputs. With support for 10 I2S pinout modes, it ensures seamless compatibility with nearly every DAC on the market. The top-loading mechanism with disc clamp, 25VA Talema transformer, and precision drive components provide stable, high-quality performance in a compact and elegant chassis. A 3.4-inch touchscreen, gapless playback, and versatile disc support—including multi-layer SACDs, single-layer SACDs, standard CDs, and MQA-CDs—make this transport an essential upgrade for DAC-based systems.

Specifications

• Disc Support: Single-layer SACD, Multi-layer SACD, Standard CD, MQA-CD
• Digital Outputs: Optical, Coaxial, AES, BNC (CD: 44.1kHz; SACD: DSD64 via DoP/D2P)
• I2S Output: CD Playback 44.1kHz; SACD Playback native DSD64
• USB Output: CD Playback 44.1kHz; SACD not supported
• I2S Pinout Modes: 10 selectable modes for maximum DAC compatibility
• Power Supply: 25VA Talema transformer
• Display: 3.4-inch touchscreen
• Playback: Fully gapless
• System: Basic UI interface
• Dimensions: 32 x 24 x 7.2 cm (2.83 x 12.59 x 9.44 in)
• Weight: 5.2 kg (2.3 lbs)
• Included Accessories: Power cable, remote control, user manual

Expanded Key Features List

• SACD with True DSD Output: Plays SACDs in their full native DSD64 quality via I2S or DSD64 DoP over multiple digital outputs.
• Top-Loading Disc Mechanism: Uses a classic disc clamp and premium drive components for reliable, stable playback.
• Broad Format Support: Handles single-layer and multi-layer SACDs, standard CDs, and even MQA-CDs with ease.
• FPGA-Assisted I2S Output: Features 10 selectable I2S pinout modes to ensure compatibility with nearly all DACs.
• High-Quality Power Supply: Built with a 25VA Talema transformer for consistent, noise-free performance.
• Gapless Playback & Touchscreen Interface: Enjoy seamless track transitions and intuitive operation via a 3.4-inch touchscreen.

Q&A Section

Q: Does the Shanling XST20 support true native DSD playback?
A: Yes, it outputs SACDs as native DSD64 via I2S or as DSD64 DoP through coaxial, optical, AES, and BNC.

Q: Can the XST20 play MQA-CDs?
A: Absolutely. In addition to SACDs and standard CDs, it supports MQA-CD playback with full gapless performance.

Q: How does the I2S compatibility work?
A: The XST20 features 10 selectable I2S pinout modes, ensuring it can connect with virtually any DAC on the market.

Q: Does the USB output support SACD playback?
A: No, the USB output only supports standard CD playback at 44.1kHz. SACD playback requires I2S or other digital outputs.

Q: Is the XST20 easy to use?
A: Yes, it offers a 3.4-inch touchscreen interface and intuitive controls, making it user-friendly despite its high-end engineering.

Q: What kind of power supply does it use?
A: The XST20 is powered by a high-quality 25VA Talema transformer for stable, low-noise performance.

Q: Does it support gapless playback?
A: Yes, all formats including SACD, MQA-CD, and CDs play back seamlessly without gaps between tracks.

Q: What’s included in the box?
A: The package includes the XST20 unit, power cable, remote control, and a user manual.