Shanling Onix Overture XM5 Portable Player - Titanium Edition
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Features
| Manufacturer | Shanling |
|---|---|
| Warranty The length of time your product is protected by warranty | 1 Year |
Tech Specs
General
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 115 x 70 x 19 mm
- Weight: 327 g
- System platform: Ingenic X2000
- Operating system: In-house developed
- Display: 3 in OLED touchscreen (720p)
Playback and Control
- Storage: MicroSD card (up to 2 TB)
- Streaming: Tidal (online)
- Controls: Touchscreen, 4 hardware buttons, volume wheel
- Remote control: SyncLink via Eddict Player app (Android & iOS)
Connectivity
- Bluetooth: Two-way Bluetooth 5.2
- Supported codecs: LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, SBC, AAC
- Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz, DLNA, AirPlay, Tidal
- USB DAC: XMOS XU316
Hi-Res Audio Support
- PCM: Up to 768 kHz / 32-bit
- DSD: Up to DSD512
Battery
- Capacity: 7000 mAh
- Charging: USB-C
- Battery life:
- Single-ended: up to 14 hours
- Balanced: up to 12 hours
Headphone Outputs
- 3.5 mm single-ended
- 4.4 mm balanced
3.5 mm Single-Ended Output
- Output power:
- Low gain: 0.73 V @ 32 ohm (16 mW)
- High gain: 2.84 V @ 32 ohm (250 mW)
- High gain (300 ohm): 2.84 V @ 300 ohm (26 mW)
- Output impedance: 0.5 ohm
4.4 mm Balanced Output
- Output power:
- Low gain: 1.44 V @ 32 ohm (64 mW)
- High gain: 5.66 V @ 32 ohm (1000 mW)
- High gain (300 ohm): 5.66 V @ 300 ohm (104 mW)
- Frequency response: 20 Hz–40 kHz (-0.5 dB)
- THD+N: 0.0005 % @ 32 ohm (A-weighted)
- Dynamic range: 127 dB @ 32 ohm
- Channel separation: 110 dB
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 127 dB @ 32 ohm
- Noise floor: 114 dB (low/medium gain)
- Output impedance: 0.8 ohm
Description
The Shanling Onix Overture XM5 Portable Player Titanium Edition represents the ultimate evolution of the acclaimed XM5 platform, delivering an even more luxurious and refined portable audio experience.
Produced as a limited-edition release, this exclusive version elevates the original design through the use of a premium titanium chassis, replacing the aluminium construction found on the standard model. Titanium offers exceptional strength, durability, and resistance to wear while providing enhanced shielding for the sensitive audio circuitry within.
The material also develops a distinctive character over time, giving each player a unique appearance that reflects its owner’s journey. The result is a portable player that feels exceptionally premium in the hand while offering improved structural integrity, making the XM5 Titanium one of the most desirable high-end digital audio players available today.
Optimised Amplification for High-End Earphones
One of the most significant upgrades introduced in the Titanium Edition is its redesigned amplification stage. Based on extensive user feedback, Shanling replaced the previous TPA6120A2 amplifier with a pair of AD8397 amplifiers, creating a more suitable output stage for modern high-performance earphones.
This redesign dramatically lowers output impedance to just 0.5 ohms on the 3.5mm output and 0.8 ohms on the balanced 4.4mm connection. While overall power output is slightly reduced, the lower impedance provides a major advantage for premium in-ear monitors featuring complex crossover networks and non-linear impedance characteristics.
These demanding earphones benefit from improved frequency consistency, greater tonal accuracy, and enhanced control. The result is a portable player specifically optimised for audiophiles seeking the highest levels of performance from flagship in-ear monitors.
Reference-Level Audio Performance
The Shanling Onix Overture XM5 Portable Player Titanium Edition combines its refined amplifier design with exceptional technical capabilities to deliver truly reference-grade sound quality. Supporting PCM playback up to 768kHz/32-bit and native DSD512, the XM5 is capable of reproducing the finest details from modern high-resolution recordings.
The dedicated XMOS XU316 USB DAC implementation ensures outstanding digital processing performance when used with computers and external sources. Through its balanced 4.4mm output, the XM5 delivers up to 1000mW into 32 ohms, providing ample power for a wide range of headphones and earphones.
Exceptional measurements, including a 127dB dynamic range, 127dB signal-to-noise ratio, and ultra-low 0.0005% THD+N, contribute to a clean, transparent presentation characterised by superb detail retrieval, precise imaging, and outstanding musical realism.
Advanced Streaming and Connectivity
Despite its compact dimensions, the XM5 Titanium offers a comprehensive set of modern connectivity features designed for today's music enthusiasts. Built around the Ingenic X2000 platform and Shanling’s in-house operating system, it provides seamless access to local playback and streaming services alike.
Music can be stored on microSD cards up to 2TB or streamed directly through integrated Tidal support over dual-band Wi-Fi. Additional wireless functionality includes AirPlay and DLNA compatibility, allowing effortless integration into home audio ecosystems.
Bluetooth 5.2 operates in both transmit and receive modes, supporting high-quality codecs including LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, and SBC. Whether streaming wirelessly, using USB DAC mode, or playing locally stored high-resolution files, the XM5 Titanium delivers a flexible and versatile listening experience for audiophiles on the move.
Premium Design and Portable Usability
Every aspect of the Shanling Onix Overture XM5 Portable Player Titanium Edition has been designed with both performance and usability in mind. The compact chassis measures just 115 x 70 x 19mm while accommodating a large 7000mAh battery capable of delivering up to 14 hours of playback through the single-ended output or 12 hours via the balanced connection.
Navigation is handled through a vibrant 3-inch OLED touchscreen with 720p resolution, complemented by four physical buttons and a precision volume wheel for intuitive control. Remote operation is also available through the Eddict Player app for both Android and iOS devices.
To further distinguish this limited edition release, Shanling has introduced exclusive yellow and green leather case options, allowing owners to personalise and protect their player while enjoying one of the most premium portable audio devices available.