ADAM Audio A8H right
Technical specs of ADAM Audio monitors
- Right monitor
- Drivers: 8″ MLM woofer, 3.5″ MLM midrange, rotatable X-ART tweeter + HPS waveguide
- Amplifier power RMS: 250 W (woofer) + 70 W (midrange) + 20 W (tweeter)
- Frequency range (-6dB): 31 Hz to 45 kHz, crossover frequencies at 400 Hz and 3 kHz
- Power rating: max. 500 W
- Integrated AD-converter: 24-bit / 96 kHz
- 4-band equaliser with the parameters Bass, Desk, Presence and Treble to adapt to the room acoustics
- Voicings function with preset sound profiles
- Real-time control of DSP-based functions via Ethernet
- Adam Audio’s A Control Remote software allows filter models to be loaded into the monitors own DSP
- Sonarworks integration (Sonarworks software full licence and measurement microphone not included)
- AC input voltage: 100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz
- 1 line input: XLR balanced
- 1 line input: RCA
- 1 Ethernet connection
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 274 x 382 x 329 mm
- Weight: 13.6 kg
- Quantity: 1 piece
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Customer Review Summary
The ADAM Audio A8H right studio monitors are nothing short of exceptional, making them a dream for any mixing engineer. After extensive testing over several months, I have been thoroughly impressed by their clarity, directness, and high resolution. Every nuance and change in the mix is represented with astonishing clarity, almost as if the speakers possess a zoom function that enhances every detail.
Compared to other monitors I’ve tried, such as various low-budget options and even some higher-end models, the A8H truly stands out. They deliver a perfectly nuanced and rich sound without any colouration or harshness, which I found lacking in my previous monitors. The bass response is particularly remarkable—fast, precise, and powerful, providing a punch that can be felt even at lower volumes. This is a bass reflex system that defies expectations, producing deep, clear low-end without any muddiness.
The integration with Sonarworks and the ability to save EQ settings is a fantastic feature, though I did experience some minor annoyances with the software recognising the monitors only when switched on before the computer. The build quality is solid, with a smooth and clean finish, leaving nothing to be desired in terms of construction.
In conclusion, I highly recommend the ADAM A8H monitors. Their precision and resolution in the mid and high ranges are excellent, and their powerful bass response is breathtaking for a bass reflex system. While there are minor drawbacks, such as the limited sweet spot and occasional software recognition issues, these do not overshadow the overall performance and value of these monitors. They have significantly improved my mixing experience, allowing for clear sound translation across different systems. Overall, the A8H represents a fantastic investment for any serious audio professional.
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