Adam Audio T8V Nearfield Monitor 2-Way Studio Monitor

Product details

The T8V is an affordable, professional 2-way powered studio monitor with an 8˝ woofer and ADAM Audio’s latest addition to the T Series.

The T8V impresses with a multitude of features that bring real benefits to the user: The U-ART tweeter’s 4:1 velocity transfer ratio, in combination with the new Class D amplifiers’ high dynamic range, yield respective max. peak SPL of 118 dB per pair. The tweeter, which extends up to 25 kHz, works as a team with the HPS Waveguide. This allows an optimal radiation of the high frequencies, which means the advantage of a more controlled, larger usable sweet spot during monitoring. With a bass extension down to 33 Hz, the T8V is especially suitable for users who produce bass-heavy music.

The T8V is the perfect studio speaker for those who have always wanted to work with an 8“ monitor from ADAM Audio, but where budgets have been insufficient. The 5-year warranty gives users additional security and the certainty of having purchased a quality product.

The Adam Audio T8V is a professional studio monitor designed for accurate sound reproduction and critical listening.

Here are some technical skills and features associated with the Adam Audio T8V:

1. Frequency Response: Understanding the frequency response of the T8V is crucial. It typically has a frequency response ranging from 33 Hz to 25 kHz, ensuring accurate representation across the audible spectrum.

2. Driver Technology: The T8V features an 8-inch polypropylene woofer and a U-ART (Unique Accelerated Ribbon Tweeter) tweeter. Understanding the technology behind these drivers and their characteristics will help optimize their performance.

3. Amplification: The T8V is bi-amplified with Class D amplifiers. Familiarity with bi-amplification and Class D amplifier technology will aid in setting up and optimizing the monitors for different environments.

4. Input Options: The T8V offers balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs, allowing connectivity with various audio sources. Knowing how to properly connect and switch between these inputs is crucial.

5. Crossover Technology: The T8V utilizes a precise crossover design to ensure seamless integration between the woofer and tweeter. Understanding crossover frequencies and slopes can help in fine-tuning the monitor's performance.

6. Room Acoustics: Having knowledge about room acoustics and how they affect monitor placement and sound reproduction is crucial for optimizing the performance of the T8V.

7. Calibration: The T8V may feature calibration options such as high and low shelving filters to compensate for room acoustics or personal preferences. Understanding how to use these calibration features can help tailor the sound to specific listening environments.

8. Power Handling: The T8V has a maximum SPL of 118 dB per pair, which should be considered when working with different audio sources and signal levels.

9. Nearfield Monitoring Techniques: Knowing how to properly set up and utilize nearfield monitoring techniques with the T8V is essential for accurate sound reproduction and critical listening.

10. Maintenance: Basic maintenance procedures such as cleaning the monitors and ensuring proper ventilation to prevent overheating are also important for prolonging the lifespan of the T8V.

By mastering these technical skills and features associated with the Adam Audio T8V studio monitor, audio professionals can optimize their workflow and achieve accurate sound reproduction in their studio environments.

Specifications

• General Data
  Panel: Rear
  Max. Power Consumption: 150 W
  Weight: 21.6 lb (9.8 kg)
  Height x Width x Depth: 15.8″ x 9.8″ x 13.2″ (400 mm x 250 mm x 335 mm)
  Warranty: 5 years (2 years warranty plus 3 years optional with product registration)
  Delivery Contents: Power cord, Quick Start Guide
• Audio Input Connectors
  Analog: XLR / RCA
  Input Impedance: 10 kOhm / 20 kOhm
• Amplification
  Woofer
  Amplifier Type: PWM
  Amp. Power RMS: 70 W
  Tweeter
  Amplifier Type: PWM
  Amp. Power RMS: 20 W
• Acoustics
  Frequency Response: 33 Hz – 25 kHz (-6 dB)
  THD > 80 Hz: 0.5 %
  Max. SPL per pair at 1 m: ≥118 dB
  Crossover Frequency: 2.6 kHz
• Drivers
  Woofer
  Basket Diameter: 8″
  Voice Coil Diameter: 1″
  Cone Material: Polypropylene
  Tweeter
  Type: U-ART
  Diaphragm Area: 4 inch² (2420 mm²)
  Equiv. Diaphragm Diameter: 1.9″ (48 mm)
  Velocity Transform Ratio: 4 to 1
  Diaphragm Weight: 0.17 g
  Waveguide: HPS
• Control Options
  Input Sensitivity: -10 to +4 dB
  Gain: Yes
  High Shelf EQ > 5 kHz: -2 dB, 0 dB, +2 dB
  Low Shelf EQ < 300 Hz: -2 dB, 0 dB, +2 dB