Description
Questyle CMA18: Elevate Your Audio Experience with the Ultimate Portable DAC & Amp
Unleash the power of superior audio on the go with the Questyle CMA18 Portable DAC & Amp. Elevate your listening experience without compromising on portability. Compact yet robust, this flagship mobile DAC/amp delivers faultless performance with an original design that redefines portable Hi-Fi.
Design and Craftsmanship:
The CMA18 Portable boasts a distinctive design with sandblasted aviation-grade aluminium surfaces, silver high-gloss buttons, and special Corning glass featuring a gradient dot pattern. Its RF signal-suppressing coating and amber-coloured internal LEDs emphasize pure audio performance, making it a visual and auditory masterpiece.
Performance:
Powered by four sets of patented PCT-class current-mode SiP chips, each with peak power of up to 5W, the CMA18 Portable ensures high-energy current-mode amplifier technology for strong and adaptable performance. The XMOS XU316 platform and AK4493 DAC chip support HD D/A conversion up to PCM768/DSD512, unlocking the full potential of all IEMs and over-ear headphones.
Clean from the Source:
The 4300mAh lithium battery power management system guarantees the purest sound quality, isolating top-tier performance from smartphone and PC power supply dependence. With over 10 hours of battery life, the CMA18 Portable is MFi certified, offering compatibility with USB-A, USB-C, and Lightning interfaces for a true lossless experience.
Analog Input Recording Function:
It is equipped with two stereo line-in inputs (3.5mm AUX IN and 4.4mm BAL IN), the CMA18 Portable acts as an external, high-performance analog-to-digital recording device for turntables, pre-amps, and more. Monitor the input during recording via the 3.5mm or 4.4mm outputs, and seamlessly connect to USB-enabled devices for versatile recording capabilities.
Expandability:
Addressing the needs of audiophiles and recording professionals, the CMA18 Portable offers high-resolution lossless streaming on smartphones and PCs. With user-friendly interfaces and Questyle's released 3.5mm-RCA and 4.4mm-XLR cables, connect the CMA18 Portable to 2-channel Hi-Fi devices for a home audio experience or to monitor speakers and mixing consoles on-site for recording and musical production.
Elevate your audio journey with the Questyle CMA18 Portable DAC & Amp – where portability meets uncompromised performance.
Customer Reviews
Till now I have enjoyed and owned a bag full of DAC. I dislike DAP. So my quest for a dac has continued for last 10yrs. I have fiio btr5, ifi signature black, mojo1, earman sparrow, ifi go blu, cayin RU7. All of them are good in there own strength.
Finally, thanks to TAS and Mr. Pritamji, I got the suggestion of Questyle cma 18. Honestly very few reviews online till now. Technical details promised a great product. Questyle 15,the baby brother,had proved it's mantle as an extremely popular dongle DAC. After going through a long thread of discussion on questyle 18, I decided to go for this pricy DAC.
Pros:
1. Very beautiful and pleasing built. Visible circuit gives an unique professional look.
2. Balanced end sound is almost uncoloured and flat. Base is great and tight. Sound stage is huge. Detailed and airy. Matches excellent with my 64audio volur, focal clear, focal Radiance. Apple music sounds great. Every headphone and earphone get a new breath of life.
3. Bluetooth LDAC and aptx adaptive is so good, sounds almost like wired mode.
4. Battery is solid 5hr+ with high gain. Source Battery not drained.
Cons:
1.Modes and displays are bit tiny for for a 40+eye sight.
2. No way track change or play pause can be done from the device.
3. Gets slightly warm.
4. At 25% Battery usb mode gets disconnected for some unknown reasons.
Overall a great device. If price drops to 40K it will smash everything in below a lakh range. Mojo ,ifi and fiio ....be careful Questyle is on top now.
A solid 5star.
Thank you for your detailed review of the Questyle CMA18 Portable DAC & Amp. We are delighted to hear that it has met your expectations and has become your 'end game' DAC. We appreciate your feedback on the design, sound quality, and battery life. We will take note of your suggestions for improvement regarding the size of the modes and displays, as well as the track change feature. Thank you for choosing The Audio Store and we hope you continue to enjoy your audio experience with our product.
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As a v16 owner this is a worthy upgrade .
Fit :
The iem is designed aesthetically that it fits like custom made
Sound impressions :
Treble is perfectly done with being sibilant, Mids sounds very organic and clear, Bass is the best part here it's a step up from their previous flagship v16.
Staging is better and so is the resolution, A total flagship level iem which punches above the price tag
Thanks to Pritam for his exceptional customer service and deal .
Definitely recommended
Have a great features and I am very happy after buying this m71 thanks audio store 🙏🙏
Time Spent with this DAP is more than 50 days, used many IEMs from Budget range to high end.
OBSERVATION & EXPERIENCE SO FAR.
- Wide soundstage, it's creating a spacious listening experience.
- Smooth and refined sound, with good bass & trebles. I liked it.
- little high Volume doesn't hurt ears because of spaciousness which this DAP creates.
- Main unique point is Vocals & Instruments separation, it's best.
- So far, I noticed Battery back up is really good. Will check it over time and provide feedback.
- Does not get warm that too after using for hours.
- Best software & Shanling Music app, it's very fast ( I use 1TB fully loaded Micro SD card.)
Please Note - Little more care is needed while handling as it has Glass tubes. Again it's unique offering & tubes makes music more enjoyable.
CONS-
1. Charging time ( it will get solve by software updates in future, Brand has co
nfirmed it in their post)
2. Only one colour option is available from Brand.
3. Some settings currently not present, Brand may add in future updates ( DSD gain Compensation, PEQ, MSEB, Night light short cut in quick pannel)
CONCLUSION-
a. Highly recommend those who want detailed & immersive experience.
b. THREE IN ONE- One DAP but three modes, all three sounds differently. One mode Transistor (without Tubes) and two Tube modes (Triode & Ultra- linear).
Sterdy & beautiful cable. I am using it with Hidiz MP145 Planner Magnetic IEM. It add details to music over stock cable. Makes all aspect of sound quality better.
I am writing review after One month regularly uses with my two DAP - Shanling M8t, Hiby R4.
POSITIVES-
1. Best Soundstage
2. Balanced sound
3. Musical & Makes music more enjoyable to ears.
4. No fatigue despite of metal construct.
5. Weight distribution is really good.
6. Largest Magnetic planner in the Category.
7. Details & instruments separation at best.
CONS-
1. Small ears may face challenge. Plz contact team ATS before purchase. Normal ear size, No issues with fit & long usage.
2. Stock cable is good but doesn't suit this IEM.
I am using this with Divinus Auram cable, which goes really well with this by appearance as well as by performance.
CONCLUSION-
1. Very very happy with the purchase. It's my main IEM in daily music journey.
2. My suggestion is Music enthusiast must have atleast one 'Planner Magnetic IEM', believe me I found that the the songs which I am listening since decades are sounding differently with some more details with this IEM.
The KZ Castor is an excellent choice for budget audiophiles. It delivers superb sound quality that rivals much more expensive headphones, with clear highs, rich mids, and deep bass. The build quality is solid, offering both durability and comfort for long listening sessions. At its price, it’s a fantastic value, outperforming many premium options. Highly recommended!
i think it's a great choice for someone who's just starting with the "iem" audiophile thing and it sounds good pretty good for the price range, it's sound clear and crisp, the bass is a little on the lower side but nonetheless great product if you are just starting, oh and yes the delivery was fast got it in a day.
Delivery was fast and item received was in good condition
Lets get to the point, its the best budget IEM!
I have been in the IEM space for more than 6 months and I was looking for a daily driver that can handle rough use, and then Pritam Sir suggested me 7Hz G1. And it failed to disappoint me!
A nice high quality well built iem, with one of the best ergonomic design, and a proper sound isolation with tons of tip to choose from.
The iem is well tuned with proper instrument seperation and clarity, warm tuning with perfect bass and excellent soundstage compared to other budget IEMs.
If you are new to yo IEM and want to buy your first IEM, blindly go with this! Trust me you would not regret! For 3.2k, its a steal deal!
(Pro Tip: Always listen to Pritam Sir's suggestions. He is the G.O.A.T)
We had an amazing experience at The Audio Store. Pritam, the shop expert, was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. He patiently guided us through the world of in-ear monitors, explaining all the details and helping us understand what would work best for our band, Rhythm Freak. He suggested options that perfectly matched both our budget and our musical needs, making sure we got the best value without compromising on quality. Thanks to his expertise, we walked out confident and satisfied with our purchase. Highly recommend this store to any musician looking for top-notch gear and excellent service
Sound quality ausom but not for base lover's
Top notch earphone Mike quality 🔥.gaming, music etc highly recommend ❤️🎧
I believe this is the best tws under 10000 rupees also it is an iem
Thank you audio store. The sound is amazing. It was delivered within time and product was perfect.
Very detail iem for the price not bass heavy
