Questyle CMA Twelve Master

Headphone Amplifiers

Rated 5 out of 5

1,999.00 incl. VAT.

On the occasion of the 12th anniversary of Questyle's Current Mode Amplification technology, the CMA Twelve is the new top combination of DAC and headphone amplifier. It operates in pure Class A and is equipped with two AKM4490 DAC chips and True DSD support. Questyle CMA Twelve exceeds standard audio performance.

Full of patented innovations, the CMA Twelve surpasses the design of traditional amplifiers. With its unique Current Mode Amplification technology, the CMA Twelve offers a listening experience that matches the original studio sound. Developed with True DSD technology and the AKM AK4490 DAC chip, the CMA Twelve processes DSD signals without PCM conversion and provides an authentic True DSD execution.

To operate in pure Class A, the chassis of the CMA Twelve is made from special aircraft aluminum, which offers very effective heat dissipation while minimizing mechanical vibration resonances. The CMA Twelve drives any headphone or speaker with authority and its full potential.

Complete performance
CMA Twelve is equipped with four groups of power mode amplifiers that deliver powerful drive performance and an extremely low distortion level. CMA Twelve gives your headphone or speaker systems full power with strength and finesse.

Symmetrical connection
Symmetrical headphones with a 4.4mm connector are a rising trend as many headphone manufacturers are bringing products with 4.4mm connectors to market. CMA Twelve is the first device from Questyle to feature the 4.4mm jack, and Questyle is committed to supporting this growing trend.

Digital studio monitor
CMA Twelve supports a professional AES input and a 4-pin symmetrical XLR output. Live recordings can be monitored in real-time through the 6.35mm headphone output. The output level can be switched by the user between studio and standard mode.

Highest streaming quality
Digital audio signals from your PC, music server, CD, or Blu-ray can be sent to the CMA Twelve via AES, SPDIF, Optical, or USB. Current Mode Amplification, True DSD, and 3x Clock Asynchronous Transmission enable the CMA Twelve to deliver outstanding performance.

Delivery time: 7-14 days

Test results


‘excellent’ (4 out of 5 stars)

‘Versatile, well-equipped headphone amplifier with built-in high-quality DAC and preamp function. Very well made and equipped with very good components. Also acoustically, with its neutral but never emotionless sound profile, it’s a winner.’

'9.7 out of 10' points

'In the end, the impression I’ve had of Questyle is confirmed. The CMA Twelve also impresses with an excitingly clear and balanced sound, paired with solid power – all built into an extremely high-quality and well-crafted case. By itself, the Twelve is probably a device that you can be absolutely satisfied with for a very, very long time.'

‘outstanding’ (4.9 out of 5 stars)

Strengths: mature, vibrant sound; ceramic processing for even clearer sound; high versatility; nicely crafted case; almost still affordable. Weaknesses: no analog audio input.

Technical specifications


Resolution: 32 Bit/384 kHz and native DSD64/128/256
DACsAKM AK4490
Headphone output6.35 mm jack, 4.4 mm fully balanced jack, 4-pin fully balanced XLR
LINE outputXLR stereo output, SPDIF out, RCA stereo output
LINE input1x USB Type B, S/PDIF, Optical, AES/EBU input
USB:USB DAC with 32 Bit/384 kHz and native DSD64/128/256
GAIN setting:Low/NORmal
Volume control:Analog
Color:Matte black

Headphone outputs

Recommended headphone impedance: 16- 300 Ω
Output power:Unbalanced: 1,000 mW @32Ω, 247 mW @300Ω, Balanced: 2,000 mW @32Ω, 825 mW @300Ω
THD+N: 0.00070% @Po=100mW, 300Ω, 0.00167% @Po=50mW, 32Ω
SNR:112dB

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