1. Upgraded Amplifier Design
Further Refined DAC Section
New MAX edition builds upon the acclaimed sound of EC Zero T, implementing the latest Shanling expertise in R2R DACs and following end-user feedback with an improved headphone amplifier.
The upgraded amplifier circuit was designed around AD8397, delivering increased output without any need for external power and achieving significantly reduced output impedance. Making MAX a better match for both the demanding full-size headphones and the most advanced in-ear earphones, all while preserving the rich and warm sound of the EC Zero T.
2. In-House Developed 24-bit R2R DAC
Expertly Enhanced Sound Performance
MAX comes with the same R2R module as the original EC Zero T, featuring 24-bit architecture with 192 high-precision 0.1% resistors. But following the development of our PRO R2R DAC from SCD3.3 and SCD1.3R, we implemented a range of DAC circuit and power optimizations into the MAX, now offering an even wider and deeper soundstage, while enjoying a bit of increased transparency across midrange and treble regions.
Signal Processing Architecture:
- PCM / DSD
- NOS / OS (All to PCM)
- FPGA
- Serial-to-parallel data conversion
- 24-bit R2R × 4 channels
- R+ / R− / L+ / L−
3. Powerful Headphone Output
Full Power in Battery Mode
Thanks to the upgraded amplifier circuit, EC Zero T MAX provides up to 1300mW @ 32Ω Balanced / 361mW @ 32Ω Single-Ended output power while running directly on its battery and without any need for an external power supply.
Output Power:
- Balanced Output: 1300mW @ 32Ω
- Single-Ended Output: 361mW @ 32Ω
- Battery-Powered Mode
Built-in Battery — On-the-Go
External Power at Home
Enjoy the freedom of a truly portable CD player with the built-in 5500mAh battery, providing up to 8 hours of continuous listening.
Alternatively, connect a USB-C power adapter to the EC Zero T MAX to activate External Power Mode, bypassing the internal battery. The battery will continue to trickle charge, ensuring the device is always ready to take on the road.
Battery Life:
- Up to 8 hours — 3.5mm output
- Up to 7.5 hours — 4.4mm output
- Up to 20 hours — Bluetooth transmitter
From Earphones to Hi-Fi Speaker Setups
Wide Range of Inputs & Outputs
Playback Modes:
Outputs:
- 3.5mm & 4.4mm Headphone Out
- 3.5mm & 4.4mm Line-Out
- 3.5mm SPDIF Coaxial / Optical
- Bluetooth Transmission
Bluetooth V5.3
Connect to Bluetooth headphones or speakers with support for:
- aptX Adaptive
- aptX
- SBC codecs
