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The Shanling CD80 II is a modernized CD player featuring advanced specifications, including a Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC for superior sound quality.
It supports headphone connections with a 3.5mm standard jack and a 4.4mm balanced output, catering to diverse user preferences.
Its built-in amplifier delivers 215 mW output at 32 ohms for the 3.5mm jack and 850 mW for the balanced output, suitable for various headphones.
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* Disney+ has completely removed HDR support, including HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision, due to an ongoing patent dispute affecting all subscription tiers.

* Munich launches the inaugural Munich HiFi Days in March, filling the gap left by the departed international High End trade show.

* Starting in 2026, Dirac Live software licenses will be sold in-person at HiFi Klubben stores across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Germany, and the Netherlands.

* Marshall releases Mode USB-C wired earphones featuring a USB-C plug, priced at ¥8,990, targeting modern smartphones lacking 3.5mm headphone jacks.