Shanling M7T: a portable Android Hi-Res music player with a tube output stage you can switch to, AK4498EX and AK4191 DAC chips, and Bluetooth. It is for listeners who want a pocketable rig with its own voice, with their streaming apps along for the ride.
Who the Shanling M7T is for
Tube-curious listeners: Tubes in a pocketable DAP are rare, and the tube stage gives you an alternative output character to switch to when a recording calls for it.
Streaming on the move: Running Android means your streaming apps come with you instead of staying at home.
Character over numbers: It is meant for a portable rig that has a voice, not one chosen on measurements alone.
AKM converter fans: The AK4498EX/AK4191 pairing splits modulation and conversion across two chips.
Skip it if: you have no interest in tube output; the tube stage is the main reason to choose the M7T over a conventional player.
Shanling M7T key specs
Type: Portable Android Hi-Res music player
Output stage: Tube stage, switchable as an alternative output character
DAC chips: AK4498EX + AK4191
Operating system: Android
Wireless: Bluetooth
Colors: Gray, Mocha, Blue
Genuine Shanling stock, 1-year warranty.
Shanling M7T vs similar options
vs Shanling M8T: Shanling's flagship Android DAP runs dual AK4191EQ plus dual AK4499EX, a four-chip layout against the M7T's AK4498EX + AK4191 pair; it costs more, so pick it if DAC hardware comes first.
vs FiiO M17: A large desktop-class player with an ES9038PRO DAC, THX AAA-78 amplification and a 5.99-inch screen, built to drive demanding headphones; the M7T stays pocketable and has a switchable tube stage.
vs FiiO M15S: Built around an ES9038PRO chip on Android 10 with a Snapdragon processor and MQA playback; pick the M7T if you want AKM's AK4498EX + AK4191 conversion with a tube stage to switch to.
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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