Shanling UA6 Flagship USB DAC and Headphone Amp
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Features
| Headphone Socket | No |
|---|---|
| Brand Color | None |
| Warranty The length of time your product is protected by warranty | 1 Year |
| Product Type | Other |
Tech Specs
General
- Dimensions: 68 × 33.5 × 13.6 mm
- Weight: 35 g
- DAC: 4 x Cirrus Logic CS43131
- Digital filters: 5 selectable options
- Battery capacity: 220 mAh
Hi-Res Audio Support
- PCM: Up to 768 kHz / 32-bit
- DSD: Up to DSD512
Headphone Outputs
- 3.5 mm single-ended
- 4.4 mm balanced
3.5 mm Single-Ended Output
- Output power:
- Low gain: 1 V @ 32 ohm (31 mW)
- High gain: 1.9 V @ 32 ohm (112 mW)
- Frequency response: 20 Hz–40 kHz (-0.5 dB)
- THD+N: 0.00025 % @ 32 ohm (A-weighted, 1.8 V high gain)
- Dynamic range: 128 dB @ 32 ohm
- Channel separation: 68 dB @ 32 ohm
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 127 dB @ 32 ohm
- Noise floor: 122 dB @ 32 ohm
- Output impedance: 0.6 ohm
4.4 mm Balanced Output
- Output power:
- Low gain: 1.8 V @ 32 ohm (101 mW)
- High gain: 3.4 V @ 32 ohm (361 mW)
- Frequency response: 20 Hz–40 kHz (-0.5 dB)
- THD+N: 0.0006 % @ 32 ohm (A-weighted, 2 V high gain)
- Dynamic range: 133 dB @ 32 ohm
- Channel separation: 129 dB @ 32 ohm
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 132 dB @ 32 ohm
- Noise floor: 121 dB @ 32 ohm
- Output impedance: 1.2 ohm
Description
The Shanling UA6 Flagship USB DAC and Headphone Amp is a premium portable audio solution engineered to deliver true high-end sound from smartphones, tablets, laptops, and gaming devices. At the heart of the UA6 are four Cirrus Logic CS43131 DAC chips arranged in an advanced acoustic matrix that provides exceptional clarity, musicality, and detail retrieval.
Supporting PCM playback up to 32-bit/768kHz and native DSD512 decoding, the UA6 is built for demanding audiophiles who expect uncompromised high-resolution performance from a compact device. Shanling also includes selectable dual DAC and quad DAC operating modes, allowing users to tailor the balance between sound performance and power efficiency.
The result is a smooth, natural, and engaging presentation that combines technical precision with the rich, inviting character Shanling products are known for.
Hybrid Battery Power System and Low-Noise Design
One of the standout features of the Shanling UA6 Flagship USB DAC and Headphone Amp is its innovative Hybrid Battery Power System 2.0. Equipped with an integrated 220mAh lithium battery, the UA6 is designed to reduce reliance on unstable smartphone power supplies while improving signal purity and overall sonic performance.
Intelligent power management dynamically supplements power during demanding musical passages, helping maintain consistent output and cleaner sound reproduction. This approach also reduces sudden power fluctuations, making the UA6 highly compatible with sensitive mobile devices including iPhones.
Shanling’s advanced low-noise architecture further enhances performance through the use of high-current LDO power regulation, resulting in an exceptionally dark background with minimal interference. Every detail of the circuit is engineered to maximise clarity, allowing instruments and vocals to emerge with impressive precision and realism.
Powerful Output and Versatile Connectivity
Despite its compact size, the Shanling UA6 Flagship USB DAC and Headphone Amp delivers impressive amplification performance with up to 360mW of output power at 32 ohms. Both 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced headphone outputs are included, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of earphones and full-size headphones.
The balanced output delivers greater channel separation, improved dynamics, and enhanced control for more demanding headphones. In addition to headphone connectivity, the UA6 also includes SPDIF digital output functionality, allowing it to integrate into larger desktop audio systems.
A dedicated UAC1.0 mode enables compatibility with gaming consoles such as the Nintendo Switch, transforming the UA6 into a portable gaming DAC and amplifier with immersive, high-quality sound. Whether used for music, films, gaming, or streaming, the UA6 adapts effortlessly to a wide variety of listening scenarios.
Customisable User Experience and Premium Build
The Shanling UA6 Flagship USB DAC and Headphone Amp combines advanced performance with thoughtful usability and premium construction. A bright 1.3-inch colour display provides clear access to playback information and system settings, while the multifunction controls allow easy operation on the move.
Through the Eddict Player app for Android, users can customise multiple audio settings, including gain levels, filter modes, DAC operating modes, channel balance, and screen themes. The included high-purity oxygen-free copper cable ensures reliable signal transmission and improved sonic performance,
while the interchangeable cable design provides compatibility with USB-C devices across Android, iOS, and desktop platforms. Compact, stylish, and exceptionally capable, the UA6 is designed for listeners who want flagship-level portable audio performance combined with flexibility, convenience, and the ability to fine-tune their listening experience wherever they go.