ADAM Audio A8H Active 3-Way Studio Monitor

zZounds Gear Experts Say...
With its three-way design, X-ART ribbon tweeter and multi-layer mineral (MLM) woofer, the ADAM Audio A8H delivers truly impressive, pro-studio sound quality.

The pinnacle of the A Series, the A8H is a three-way speaker that delivers the extremely accurate and analytical sound required for critical-listening environments. The A8H incorporates an 8-inch resonant Multi-Layer Mineral (MLM) fiber woofer, innovative midrange driver, and handmade precision X-ART tweeter, which together produce an ultra-wide frequency response. Like the other members of the A Series family, the A8H gives you tremendous flexibility for fine-tuning the sound through rotatable HPS waveguide technology and onboard DSP. At home across a full range of audio applications in mid- to full-sized spaces, the A8H is the right choice when you’re looking for the most detailed representation of your audio.

A Solution for Every Space

With five models of varying dimensions and specifications to choose from, finding the right speaker is simply a matter of taste and understanding the acoustic requirements of your space. For added flexibility when it comes to speaker positioning, the rotatable HPS waveguide means each speaker can be used in a horizontal or vertical position with minimal compromise in sound quality. Room adaptation options directly on the backplate of the monitor help address common speaker placement issues such as bass overrepresentation caused by nearby walls and surfaces.

Superior Audio Performance

Every aspect of the A Series' design, material, and components contributes toward exceptional sound quality and improved output when comparing read more similar models of the preceding AX Series.

The combination of Class D amplifiers used in A Series woofers, and the Class AB amplifiers found in the tweeters deliver impressive SPL across the range and an ultra-low frequency response. The use of digital signal processing enables the more advanced features found in the A Series.

All A Series speakers come equipped with an X-ART tweeter enclosed in a tailor made HPS waveguide. The high quality of the tweeter materials, folded by hand in Berlin, combined with the precise propagation control of the waveguide, results in superior dispersion of high frequencies over short and long listening distances.

A Series woofers are constructed from multiple layers of mineral stone fibers baked together to create a lightweight but highly stable material that helps eliminate partial vibrations and other sonic impurities. By combining that material with an updated magnet system, A Series woofers produce high output with low distortion, delivering a clean sound for low-end material.

The elegant design of A Series cabinets also contributes toward superior audio performance. Specifically, the cabinets have deeper beveling to minimize diffraction, and thicker baffle walls that reduce vibrations within the enclosure. In addition, a flared-port design reduces port noise compared with AX Series speakers by optimizing airflow.

Superior Midrange

The A Series features two models with dedicated midrange drivers. The A77H and A8H boast the most detailed sound of the A Series thanks to the innovative midrange driver, which descends from the flagship S Series range. The addition of a midrange driver also helps clarify lows and highs by eliminating the need for woofers to reproduce midrange frequencies.

Truthful Mixing

The A Series features 2 selectable voicing options found directly on the back panel of the monitors. "Pure" is a highly accurate and neutral sounding option. This is a super flat setting, offering an honest representation from your speakers and making it ideal for mixing, mastering and critical listening applications.

Characterful Sound

The A Series also offers the characterful and present sound you would expect from ADAM Audio. "UNR" or "Uniform Natural Response" is a dynamic, natural-sounding voicing that is selectable on the back panel of the monitors. Its design stems from a variety of iconic ADAM Audio legacy products, including the preceding AX Series. It lends itself to production, composition and songwriting as its engaging sound can give you more room for creativity and flow. It is also a great option whenever you want to use your speakers simply to enjoy some good music.
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Frequency Response @ -6 dB: 31 Hz – 45 kHz
Max. peak SPL per speaker at 1 m: 105 dB SPL
Tweeter: Rotatable X- ART Tweeter + HPS Waveguide
Midrange Driver: 3.5" MLM midrange driver
Midrange Voice Coil: 33 mm / 1.3"
Woofer: 1x 8" MLM mid-woofer
Woofer Voice Coil: 38 mm / 1.5"
AD converter: 24-bit
Internal sample rate: 96 kHz
Amplifier power RMS: 250 W (Woofer) + 70 W (Midrange Driver) 20 W (Tweeter)
Crossover frequency: 400Hz - 3.0 kHz
Power rating: 500 W max
Analog Inputs (balanced): 1x XLR
Analog Inputs (unbalanced): 1x RCA

Net Weight: 13.6 kg / 30 lbs
Gross Weight: 16.6 kg / 36 lbs 10 oz
Cabinet Height x Width x Depth: 274 mm x 382 mm x 329 mm [9 3/4" x 15" x 13"]
Box Dimensions: 405 mm x 510 mm x 455 mm [16" x 20 1/8" x 17 7/8" ]
AC Input Voltage: 100 - 240V, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
A8HL, Left Side, Single Speaker
Shipping Weight: 34 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 20 x 18 x 16 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): AMS-A8H-L
A8HR, Right Side, Single Speaker
Shipping Weight: 34 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 20 x 18 x 16 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): AMS-A8H-R
A8HL + A8HR, Pair
Shipping Weight: 68 lbs

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Email: usa-info@adam-audio.com
Web: https://www.adam-audio.com/en/support/

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted March 2, 2024 by Johannes L in New York, NY

"First Impression blew me away"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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It's too soon to write a detailed review. Furthermore, I'm not a sound engineer, I'm a musician. I judge equipment emotionally. Also, my room is not yet properly treated, and has a bunch of reverberation and other issues that need to be addressed. I am mostly writing this early because I noticed there are no reviews yet, and I just wanted to encourage people with similar sets of needs and requirements to pull the trigger on these amazing speakers. After first setting them up, I just randomly listened to a few of my favorite songs. Soon, I had tears in my eyes. The way the music stood in the room was astonishing. On most of these recordings, the singer seemed to be located on his or her own position, in the center of the spectrum. The feeling was as if there was a third speaker, dedicated to the singer. For pop music or jazz, I can't imagine ever needing a sub woofer. The speakers' bass response is so solid and clear. All the clicheed expressions apply: Clarity, Three-dimensionality, transparancy ... What these words are trying and failing to express, is the experience of music as a complex combination of multiple signals. Normally, you hear a mix, a wash, a combination of these elements. Here, they stand on their own and still form a whole. See, I wasn't kidding when I said I was no scientist. But when I started working on my own mixes, I felt like I was making decisions with more authority, less hesitation. It just was so refreshingly clear what needed to be done with each track. read more I still have a lot to learn, and I can only dream of the results once my room acoustics are tamed. Looking forward to installing the Sonarworks software and customizing my experience. So far, the three basic modes that can be called up on the back of the speakers are already providing a lot of "tailoring". I actually prefer listening on the "pure" mode, even if it's just for pleasure. Thanks to zZounds for their excellent payment options that make it easier to invest in big expenses like these. In closing, these speakers have brought me back closer with the teenager I was. Memories of discovering sound as something magical and rich, something that transports you.

Musical Background:
Semi Pro musician, amateur sound engineer

Musical Style:
Singer-songwriter, roots, alternative, pop
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