I know that this is not what you asking...Just to complicate things for you, I love my Cambridge CXC transport. I was looking at the Shanling ET3 because I liked the simplicity of the top loading as opposed to the drawer style. But I kept reading how the Cambridge transport performed, so I went for it. I wish I could have heard them side-by-side, but for the same money, I know I can get the Cambridge repaired if needed. And the sound is great!
My 2 cents...