The Shanling CD50 is a compact, CD-only desktop player that pairs a tray-loading HD850 laser drive with a Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC and a dual SGM8262 headphone amp rated at 830mW into 32Ω from its 4.4mm balanced jack. It suits listeners who want one small box that plays discs into headphones, an amplifier, powered speakers or an external DAC.
Who the Shanling CD50 is for
Headphone listeners: The 4.4mm balanced jack delivers 830mW at 32Ω and the 3.5mm jack 210mW at 32Ω, both with 1Ω output impedance, and a gain switch helps match IEMs or full-size headphones.
Speaker setups: The RCA output works as a fixed 2.6Vrms line-out for an amplifier or as a variable pre-out for powered speakers, with volume on the included IR remote.
External DAC owners: Coaxial and optical digital outputs let the CD50 serve as the disc drive for a separate DAC.
Small desks: At 188 × 205 × 53mm and about 1.6kg, it is sized for desktop rigs and compact speaker setups, with a 2.2-inch display and front-panel buttons for playback and settings.
Skip it if: You want to play files, streams or Bluetooth; the CD50 takes CDs only (CD, CD-R, CD-RW), and its rear USB port is for firmware upgrades.
Shanling CD50 key specs
Disc drive: Tray-loading mechanism, HD850 laser; plays CD, CD-R and CD-RW
Controls: 2.2-inch display, front-panel buttons, IR remote; gain switch and digital filters
Power: 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
Size and weight: 188 × 205 × 53mm (W × D × H); about 1.6kg
In the box: CD50, IR remote, power cable, documentation
Genuine Shanling stock. Free shipping on every order, 45-day returns.
Shanling CD50 vs similar options
vs Shanling CD80II: Adds USB-drive playback (up to 2TB) and Bluetooth 5.0 with LDAC around the same CS43198 DAC and HD850 laser; pick the CD50 if you only play discs and want to spend less.
vs Shanling EC Smart: Costs less and adds a Bluetooth 5.4 transmitter, but has a 3.5mm headphone jack (180mW at 32Ω) and a 3.5mm line out with an RCA adapter; pick the CD50 for 830mW balanced 4.4mm, RCA jacks and coaxial/optical outputs.
Yes. Every unit we sell is genuine and brand-new, shipped in its original packaging, and backed by our 1-year TonePier warranty and 45-day returns.
Where does my order ship from, and how long does it take?
Every order ships from our warehouse in China, with full tracking, and most orders ship within 3 business days. Shipping is free on every order; most US orders arrive within 7–15 business days and most orders to other countries within 7–20 business days — see our shipping policy for details.
What if it isn't for me?
You get 45 days to decide. Keep the packaging, keep it in like-new condition, and send it back for a refund. Ear tips unsealed for hygiene reasons are fine — we expect you to actually listen.
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