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SMSL AD18 Bluetooth & USB Power Amplifier
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SMSL AD18 Bluetooth & USB Power Amplifier
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A compact, versatile DAC/amp for powering your entire audio setup, the SMSL AD18 supports a wide range of inputs, including USB, optical, coaxial, auxiliary, and Bluetooth 4.2. Connect it to your computer and use it to drive your headphones with an amp or to power your passive speakers Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downZeosPantera
1246
May 11, 2017
I did this one. It's great. No sub out but that is easy to get around with the right kind of sub. I also love the formfactor.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEooiaet9eQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEooiaet9eQ
TheWayWeTalk
12
May 14, 2017
ZeosPanteraThank you zeos for getting me into high quality audio products, I'd probably have bought beats if it wasn't for you, lol
RojasTKD
375
Jun 10, 2017
ZeosPanteraJust got mine and it came with a different remote with a different button layout and it uses two AA batteries, so it also a little thinker.
Also the power cord that came with mine is about 3 feet(ish) long and the white USB cable is about 4 feet(ish) long, the one in your review looked like it was longer.
I don't think it a big deal, but there are some difference from what I got.
Also the power cord that came with mine is about 3 feet(ish) long and the white USB cable is about 4 feet(ish) long, the one in your review looked like it was longer.
I don't think it a big deal, but there are some difference from what I got.
Cookster997
256
May 17, 2017
It's going to be a long wait until June 8. Just got some Jamo c93 bookshelves, and nothing to drive them. Excitement!
Kidklug
16
Jun 3, 2017
KidklugUpdate: AD18 has more than enough power for the Jamo C93 bookshelves, I haven't turned up the volume past 22 because it's so darn loud. Using the SDB - EQ I've had to turn the Bass down to -1dB to watch tv/movies. For music it does sound good to turn up the Bass to 2dB. I'm still needing to find out what works best for switching btw tv and music. I like the AD18, but it is going to take some time to figure out. I did post a question on Reddit, Klug83 : https://www.reddit.com/r/BudgetAudiophile/comments/5o9bm8/anyone_have_experience_with_the_smsl_ad18/
To figure out a buzzing problem while using the optical in via toslink.
hyp36rmax
169
Oct 20, 2017
Is this version 2 with the opt11 sub out? No pictures of the rear on this drop. If this is the case it's a great alternative to the TEAC AI-101DA
trog69
36
Nov 15, 2017
Those Klipsch are a much better choice for the TEAC than the less-efficient B&W601se or the Affordable Acuracy Monitors I have for desktop duty.
Can't wait to the hear the HD6XX. Never had HPs that cost more than $100 before. If the TEAC doesn't cut the mustard, I'll look into Emotiva or Schiit.
Can't wait to the hear the HD6XX. Never had HPs that cost more than $100 before. If the TEAC doesn't cut the mustard, I'll look into Emotiva or Schiit.
pott
145
Sep 4, 2018
So if I get this right; this has no line-out.
Hence to use the multiple power speaker sets I have and use an Amazon echo as BT input, I'm basically better-off looking elsewhere?
Shame as this would otherwise have been the missing piece of my home audio setup...
Hence to use the multiple power speaker sets I have and use an Amazon echo as BT input, I'm basically better-off looking elsewhere?
Shame as this would otherwise have been the missing piece of my home audio setup...
mattris
1275
Keyboard Club Member
Sep 28, 2018
I took the time to post the official SMSL diagram of the back of the unit, which is more than Massdrop did. (Amazingly, they don't even shown a photo of the back of the unit on the main page!)
If you'd have asked, I would have explained to you the function and benefit of having a true analog "Line Out". But after your post full of "dickheadedness", I'll leave that up to you.
For owners (and prospective owners) of the AD18, you can just use its headphone jack as a Line Out substitute.
If you'd have asked, I would have explained to you the function and benefit of having a true analog "Line Out". But after your post full of "dickheadedness", I'll leave that up to you.
For owners (and prospective owners) of the AD18, you can just use its headphone jack as a Line Out substitute.
eopest
3
Sep 29, 2018
Yes, if you use the headphone jack on the front as your Line Out for your powered Klipschs. The 3.5mm jack on the rear is a Sub Out on one channel only.
mattris
1275
Keyboard Club Member
Jul 8, 2019
For you, I would recommend the Topping MX3. It main advantages over the AD18:
- Cleaner/clearer performance with speakers
- More-powerful headphone-out
- RCA in, RCA Sub-out
- Remote control has dedicated function buttons
- Simpler display, which is easier to read from a distance
welinder
46
Nov 1, 2018
would it kill you guys to include a picture of the back panel? trying to see if there's a sub woofer output.
VonSwoopington
67
Sep 29, 2017
I can confirm that Version 2.1 that I received on July 2017 ( with screen dimmable options and black remote) has working subwoofer output through the coax output in the back.
You can use any 3.5mm to RCA connector (https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-3-5mm-2-Male-Adapter-Cable/dp/B01D5H8JW0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506722270&sr=8-1&keywords=AmazonBasics+3.5mm+to+2-Male+RCA+Adapter+Cable+-+4+Feet) to connect a sub like like the Jamo J-110 (using it now). Jamo J-110 has line in instead of high level input/output and is working great.
You can use any 3.5mm to RCA connector (https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-3-5mm-2-Male-Adapter-Cable/dp/B01D5H8JW0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506722270&sr=8-1&keywords=AmazonBasics+3.5mm+to+2-Male+RCA+Adapter+Cable+-+4+Feet) to connect a sub like like the Jamo J-110 (using it now). Jamo J-110 has line in instead of high level input/output and is working great.
A community member
Mar 7, 2018
Im not trying to force my opinions on you or anything, but perhaps you should give this a read: https://www.reddit.com/r/BudgetAudiophile/comments/7q59mo/public_service_announcement_stop_asking_if_you/
Blackflag486
5
Aug 10, 2018
IppoJIt's a sub out, but the sound that comes out of it isn't what you would expect a normal subout would be. You will hear normal audio out of it.. You'll need a separate powered sub with it's own input levels for it to sound as best as it can.
zaphrodbox
116
Nov 15, 2017
What terrible pictures. Why not show a picture of the entire back so we can see the connections and maybe turn on a light? Instead they are trying to be all artistic/drastic in the photos of a 150 dollar DAC/AMP.
Carocha
1
Nov 14, 2017
Hi! I'm looking exactly for this, but instead of the amp out I need a pre-amp out since I have active studio monitors.
I'm looking for the remote, bluetooth in, toslink in, analog in, and pre-amp out. Does anybody know anything like this in the same price range?
Carocha
1
Nov 22, 2017
Yes they do ship to Portugal. However they charge 133.10 € for the shipping plus 126.53 € for duties and taxes. It's insane!!
mattris
1275
Keyboard Club Member
Nov 22, 2017
CarochaAgreed. I would have predicted the sizable shipping cost, but for the taxes to be almost as much... robbery!
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