Adam Audio S3V (Each)

The S3V is a three-way studio monitor optimized for vertical use and designed primarily for midfield applications, although it may also be used in more compact listening environments.

Bass frequencies from 32 Hz to 250 Hz are handled by ADAM Audio’s entirely new 9-inch Extended Linear Excursion (ELE) LF driver, which incorporates the company’s equally groundbreaking Symmetrical Magnet Assembly (SMA) and delivers a powerful, extremely accurate low end extending right down into the sub-bass region. Mid-range and HF information is reproduced with equally analytical precision thanks to the combination of ADAM Audio’s newly developed 4-inch DCH mid-range driver and the highly refined S-ART folded-ribbon HF driver. Together with the brand-new HPS waveguide, the latter offers high-frequency reproduction with an extremely broad sweet spot with fine, highly detailed imaging and a natural-sounding sense of depth.

The S Series’ custom-designed DSP optimizes the loudspeaker crossovers to create linear responses for the entire range, as well as providing user equalization and in-room tuning/voicing functions. The DSP also handles the limiter-based high-frequency driver protection, processes the signals from the AES3 digital inputs, and will in time facilitate various expansion options. Software updates can be carried out with ease via the associated USB port, which also allows users to connect computers and control the speakers’ DSP functions via a software front-end.

The S3V’s built-in amplification is generously specified, comprising Class D units for the bass and mid-range drivers (500 W and 300W RMS respectively) and a 50 W Class A/B amplifier for the S-ART tweeter.

Offering flawless reproduction of audio frequencies between 32 Hz and 50 kHz, the S3V is a standout offering for anyone demanding highly accurate imaging and localization from their reference monitors.

FEATURES

• 9″ ELE (Extended Linear Excursion) HexaCone woofer
• Redesigned bass reflex tubes minimize resonance and signal loss
• 4″ carbon composite DCH (Dome/Cone Hybrid) midrange driver
• Aluminum MPS (Midrange Propagation System) waveguide
• S-ART folded ribbon tweeter with aluminum HPS (High-frequency Propagation System) waveguide
• 850W RMS cumulative power via three amplifiers
• 500W PWM (Class D) woofer amp
• 300W PWM (Class D) midrange amp
• 50W Class A/B tweeter amp
• 32 Hz – 50 kHz frequency response
• Low harmonic distortion
• Adjustable input sensitivity and output level
• 6-band parametric equalizer with HPF and LPF filters
• Variable delay for timing adjustment
• XLR analog and AES3 digital inputs
• USB Type-A for remote access via computer