Shanling Onix Overture XM5 Portable Player - Black
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Features
| Manufacturer | Shanling |
|---|---|
| Warranty The length of time your product is protected by warranty | 1 Year |
Tech Specs
General
- Dimensions: 115 × 70 × 19 mm
- Weight: 275 g
- System platform: Ingenic X2000
- Operating system: In-house developed
- Display: 3-inch square OLED touchscreen (720p)
Playback & Control
- Playback sources:
- MicroSD card (up to 2 TB)
- TIDAL online streaming
- Controls:
- Touchscreen
- 4 hardware buttons
- Volume wheel
- Remote control: SyncLink via Eddict Player app (Android & iOS)
Connectivity
- Bluetooth: Two-way Bluetooth 5.2
- Bluetooth codec support:
- LDAC
- aptX HD
- aptX
- SBC
- AAC
- Wi-Fi:
- 2.4 GHz
- 5 GHz
- DLNA
- AirPlay
- TIDAL
- USB DAC: Dedicated XMOS XU316 chip
Audio Support
- Hi-Res audio support:
- PCM up to 768 kHz / 32-bit
- DSD512
Headphone Outputs
- 3.5 mm single-ended
- 4.4 mm balanced
Battery
- Battery capacity: 7000 mAh
- Charging port: USB-C
- Battery life:
- Up to 14 hours (single-ended)
- Up to 12 hours (balanced)
3.5 mm Single-Ended Output
- Output power (low gain): 0.79 V @ 32 Ω (19 mW @ 32 Ω), THD+N <0.002%
- Output power (high gain): 3.15 V @ 32 Ω (310 mW @ 32 Ω), THD+N <1%
- Output power (high gain, 300 Ω): 3.65 V @ 300 Ω (40 mW @ 300 Ω), THD+N <0.02%
- Output impedance: 4.7 Ω
4.4 mm Balanced Output
- Output power (low gain): 1.5 V @ 32 Ω (75 mW @ 32 Ω), THD+N <0.0008%
- Output power (high gain): 5.7 V @ 32 Ω (1069 mW @ 32 Ω), THD+N <1%
- Output power (high gain, 300 Ω): 6.9 V @ 300 Ω (158 mW @ 300 Ω), THD+N <1%
- Frequency response: 20 Hz–40 kHz (-0.5 dB)
- THD+N: 0.0006% @ 32 Ω (A-weighted)
- Dynamic range: 121 dB @ 32 Ω (A-weighted)
- Channel separation: 100 dB
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 121 dB @ 32 Ω (A-weighted)
- Noise: 109 dB @ 32 Ω (A-weighted)
- Output impedance: 6.6 Ω
Description
The Shanling Onix Overture XM5 Portable Player - Black marks the debut portable hi-fi player from ONIX, combining the brand’s unmistakable design language with Shanling’s renowned engineering expertise. Created to sit alongside the acclaimed ONIX Miracle and Mystic products, the XM5 features a beautifully machined aluminium chassis crafted using precision CNC manufacturing techniques.
The elegant black finish is complemented by a striking gold-plated volume wheel, creating a sophisticated aesthetic that reflects the player’s premium status. Compact enough to travel anywhere yet substantial enough to inspire confidence in daily use, the XM5 strikes the perfect balance between luxury and practicality.
Every element of the design has been carefully considered to deliver a portable player that feels as impressive in the hand as it sounds through your favourite headphones.
Flagship ESS DAC Technology in Your Pocket
At the heart of the Shanling Onix Overture XM5 Portable Player - Black is an audio architecture inspired by the highly regarded ONIX Miracle desktop system. The player incorporates the flagship ESS ES9039PRO DAC, bringing true reference-level digital-to-analogue conversion to a compact portable device.
This advanced DAC delivers exceptional detail retrieval, remarkable dynamic range, and a natural sense of musical energy. Vocals are presented with warmth and texture, while instruments are rendered with outstanding precision and realism.
Supporting the DAC are dual TPA6120A2 headphone amplifiers, providing substantial output power for a wide variety of headphones and earphones. With more than 1 watt of balanced output power available into 32 ohms, the XM5 offers the authority and control required for serious audiophile listening wherever you go.
A Pure Music Experience Without Distractions
Unlike many portable devices that attempt to replicate smartphone functionality, the XM5 has been purpose-built for dedicated music playback. Running on the efficient Ingenic X2000 platform and Shanling’s custom-developed operating system, the player focuses entirely on delivering a fast, stable, and distraction-free listening experience.
Music can be stored on microSD cards up to 2TB in capacity, providing room for extensive high-resolution music libraries. Integrated Tidal support allows convenient streaming, while DLNA and AirPlay compatibility make it easy to access music throughout your home network.
The responsive 3-inch OLED touchscreen, combined with physical buttons and a precision volume wheel, ensures intuitive operation. Every aspect of the XM5 has been designed to keep listeners focused on what matters most – the music itself.
Exceptional Connectivity and Versatility
The Shanling Onix Overture XM5 Portable Player - Black offers far more than simple portable playback. Thanks to its extensive connectivity options, it can serve as a central component within a wide variety of audio systems.
Bluetooth 5.2 supports both transmission and reception modes, with compatibility for high-quality codecs including LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, and SBC. Dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity enables reliable streaming and network playback, while the dedicated XMOS XU316 USB interface transforms the XM5 into a highly capable USB DAC and headphone amplifier for computers.
It can also function as a digital transport for external DACs or as a standalone DAC feeding active speakers and power amplifiers. This remarkable flexibility allows the XM5 to adapt seamlessly to portable, desktop, and home hi-fi applications.
High-Resolution Audio Performance
Engineered to satisfy the demands of modern audiophiles, the XM5 supports an extensive range of high-resolution audio formats. PCM playback is supported up to an impressive 768kHz/32-bit, while native DSD512 compatibility ensures exceptional performance with the highest quality recordings available today.
Through its balanced 4.4mm output, the XM5 delivers over 1000mW into 32 ohms, providing the power needed to drive many demanding headphones with confidence. Excellent technical performance includes a dynamic range of 121dB, signal-to-noise ratio of 121dB, and ultra-low distortion levels, helping to preserve every nuance of the original recording.
Whether listening to high-resolution studio masters, streaming services, or local music files, the XM5 delivers a transparent, engaging, and highly detailed listening experience that rivals many larger desktop systems.
Designed for Life on the Move
Despite its impressive technical capabilities, the Shanling Onix Overture XM5 Portable Player - Black remains highly portable and practical for everyday use. Measuring just 115 x 70 x 19mm and weighing only 275 grams, it slips easily into a pocket, bag, or travel case.
The substantial 7000mAh battery provides up to 14 hours of playback through the single-ended output or up to 12 hours via the balanced connection, ensuring dependable performance throughout long listening sessions.
Charging is handled through a convenient USB-C connection, while remote operation is available via the Eddict Player app for both Android and iOS devices. Combining premium construction, exceptional sound quality, advanced connectivity, and genuine portability, the XM5 represents a compelling choice for music enthusiasts seeking a high-performance digital audio player.