Shanling released the UA6II portable DAC headphone amplifier on June 16, 2024. The device targets listeners who want high-resolution audio in a pocket-friendly form factor. This release marks the company's entry into the compact dongle DAC market with a flagship configuration.
Shanling UA6II portable DAC headphone amplifier
The UA6II distinguishes itself by housing eight CS43131 DAC chips within its chassis. Shanling claims this is the industry's first dongle-style DAC to use eight chips. The company states this design reduces white noise and improves dynamic expression.
Specifications
- DAC Configuration: 8x CS43131
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 133dB
- Decoding Support: PCM 768kHz/32bit, DSD512
- Output Power: 107mW (SE), 365mW (Balanced)
- Display: 0.95-inch OLED Color Screen
The hardware delivers a signal-to-noise ratio of 133dB. It supports PCM decoding up to 768kHz/32bit and DSD512. The unit provides a 3.5mm single-ended output and a 4.4mm balanced output.
Output power reaches 107mW at 32 ohms on the single-ended port. The balanced port delivers up to 365mW at the same impedance. The device measures 62 by 30 by 13.5mm and includes a 0.95-inch OLED color screen. It connects via a standard USB Type-C cable.
Shanling lists the UA6II at 1398 CNY (around $206), which is around $206. The product became available globally on the same day as the announcement.
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