This sacd transport the Shanling ONIX Zenith XST20 put out dsd out via i2s output. Someone already have hear this with a ps audio dac?

The Shanling Onix Zenith XST20 appears to be a promising SACD transport, especially with its native DSD64 output via I2S. For those using PS Audio DACs, the FPGA-assisted I2S output with multiple pin configurations should aid in achieving compatibility. It would be great to hear from anyone who has …

I just posted about this unit on the Grimm MU2 thread on this forum: [image] The Grimm MU2 Audio Components [IMG_0959] For any MU2 owners looking to find a companion SACD / CD transport that performs magnificently for the price, I’m happy to share that the new ONIX XST20…

The Grimm MU2 when connected by i2S but Grimm does not have I2S

Hey @akro - Apologies, I misstated. The ONIX has i2S. It works with the Grimm via AES or Coax. The ONIX unfortunately does not allow for DSD transmission over USB. Thanks for making me clarify!

Are you a dealer for the Onix? Asking for a friend. Lol

No i am not a dealer,but i am curious about onix to.Sacd transports are expencieve,like dCS,PS audio,Esoteric…

@paul172 Yes I am. Text or call if you want any info or feel free to pass my info on if you would like.

Will Onyx SACD work with PS Audio Dacs (ie, send DSD files; my Oppo transport will not send DSD to a dAC)?

Hey @akro - Yes, it will send native DSD over i2S even with the DirectStream Mk1 (or Mk2), or or DSD over PCM (DoP) with AES or Coax. It does not send DSD over USB.

Shanling ONIX Zenith XST20

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akro June 21, 2025, 10:33pm 4

but Grimm does not have I2S

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Shanling ONIX Zenith XST20

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