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With the ONIX Zenith XDA20, Shanling unveils a high-end DAC and headphone amplifier, combining luxurious design with cutting-edge components. It uses two ES9039Pro DAC chips combined with an in-house developed I/V architecture for digital-to-analogue conversion of rare quality, capable of handling data up to 32-bit 768kHz PCM and DSD512. The amplifier stage is based on a TPA6120 chip, for smooth sound reproduction and power of up to 1620mW at 32Ω. The whole unit is housed in a stunning CNC-machined aluminium case, featuring the black and gold aesthetic characteristic of the ONIX range.
The heart of the XDA20 is based on a dual ESS ES9039Pro chip, capable of processing PCM streams up to 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512 files with exemplary precision. This dual DAC chip is supported by a proprietary ‘Brighton’ I/V architecture developed in-house by Shanling, using 8 OPA1611s to ensure rich, detailed sound reproduction with an expansive soundstage and impressive dynamics.
Amplification is handled by a TPA6120 chip, renowned for its ability to deliver smooth, controlled sound, even on demanding headphones. The XDA20 can deliver up to 1620mW at 32Ω, with a comfortable power reserve.
The unit is powered by a silent, high-quality power supply section based on two Talema transformers (25W and 15W), supported by four 3300uF / 63V capacitors, for stable, noise-free regulation.


Designed to fit into any type of setup, the Zenith XDA20 offers three distinct output modes: Pre-out, Line-out and headphone amplification, which can be easily selected depending on use. It features a particularly rich set of digital connections, including a USB-B input, an I2S input via HDMI, a coaxial RCA, an optical Toslink, as well as BNC and AES/EBU connectors. On the output side, it offers single-ended RCA and balanced XLR connections on the rear panel, while the front panel receives a 6.35 mm jack headphone output, ensuring great versatility for both headphone listening and integration into a larger hi-fi system.
The Zenith XDA20 features a robust and elegant CNC aluminium chassis, echoing the distinctive black and gold design of the ONIX series. The sleek front panel houses a 3.4-inch colour touchscreen, complemented by a navigation wheel for smooth and intuitive operation. A remote control is also provided for wireless control.


Technical characteristics
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Product type | DAC Headphone amplifier  | 
| Inputs | 1x I2S via HDMI 1x USB-B 1x Coaxial 1x Optical Toslink 1x BNC 1x AES/EBU  | 
| Outputs | 1x Balanced stereo XLR 1x Single-ended stereo RCA 1x Headphone output Jack 6.35mm  | 
| DAC chips | 2x ES9039Pro | 
| USB interface | XMOS XU316 | 
| Supported sampling rates | SPDIF input: PCM up to 24bit 194kHz, DSD64 DOP I2S input: PCM up to 32bit 768kHz, Native DSD up to DSD512 USB input: PCM up to 32bit 768kHz, Native DSD up to DSD512  | 
| Amplification chip | TPA6120 | 
| Screen | 3.4" touchscreen | 
| RCA output specifications | |
|---|---|
| Output level | 2.1V | 
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB) | 
| Total harmonic distotion more noise (THD+N) | 0.0003% | 
| Dynamic range | 123dB | 
| Channel separation | 122dB | 
| Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) | 123dB | 
| Noise | 117dB | 
| XLR output specifications | |
|---|---|
| Output level | 4.2V | 
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB) | 
| Total harmonic distotion more noise (THD+N) | 0.0003% | 
| Dynamic range | 127dB | 
| Channel separation | 126dB | 
| Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) | 127dB | 
| Noise | 114dB | 
| 6.35mm headphone jack output specifications | |
|---|---|
| Output power | Low gain: 101mW @ 32Ω High gain: 1620mW @ 32Ω High gain: 252mW @ 300Ω  | 
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB) | 
| Total harmonic distotion more noise (THD+N) | 0.003% | 
| Dynamic range | 121dB | 
| Channel separation | 69dB | 
| Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) | 120dB | 
| Noise | 112dB | 
| Output impedance | 3.3Ω | 
| General | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 320 x 240 x 62mm | 
| Weight | 5.7kg | 
| Color | Black | 
| Package | 1x Shanling ONIX Zenith XDA20 1x Remote control 1x Power cable 1x USB cable  | 
| Input | AES/EBU | 
| Input | USB | 
| Input | Optical | 
| Input | BNC | 
| Input | SPDIF | 
| Input | I2S via HDMI | 
| Output | XLR | 
| Output | RCA | 
| Output | Jack 6.35mm | 
| DAC / ADC Chip | ES9039PRO | 
| Max sampling rate | 768kHz | 
| Max sampling rate | DSD512 | 
| Color | Black | 
| Class | N/A | 
| Networking | No | 
| Remote Control | Yes |