ADAM Audio A7V
Product information "ADAM Audio A7V"
Rotatable HPS waveguide and X-ART tweeter
The ADAM Audio HPS (High-Frequency Propagation System) waveguide provides precisely directed sound dispersion with a wide horizontal coverage angle and a tighter vertical focus. All A-series models use the rotatable HPS waveguide design, which allows the tweeter to be rotated by 90 degrees. This means the monitor can be used both vertically and horizontally without losing the benefits of the waveguide.
The A-series HPS waveguide is made from a novel fibreglass‑polymer material. Its high density minimises unwanted resonances and supports a clear sonic image. At the centre of the rotatable HPS waveguide is the ADAM Audio X-ART tweeter. Handcrafted in Germany, this tweeter guarantees maximum transient accuracy and detail. All A-series models are equipped with this X-ART tweeter.
Multi-layer mineral woofer
The cone of an A-series woofer consists of several firmly bonded layers of a mineral‑fibre material. This material stands out for minimal weight combined with very high stiffness. The exact composition has been specifically adapted for each speaker model. In combination with the newly developed magnet system, every A-series woofer delivers exceptionally high SPLs with minimal distortion — indispensable for clean and powerful bass reproduction.
Hybrid amplification
The A series combines the best of the digital and analogue worlds: the woofers are driven by Class-D amplifiers — ideal for linear performance and minimal distortion. The amplifiers used impress with their high efficiency and low heat generation, leaving scope for further improvements and even higher performance.
Class-AB amplifiers are used for the tweeter and midrange. They are known for particularly neutral reproduction of high frequencies. Each amplifier is precisely optimised for its frequency band. The selection and combination of individual components are the result of countless measurements and listening sessions in ADAM Audio’s development labs.
DSP-based electronics
Thanks to powerful DSP technology, all A-series monitors offer significantly improved and more comprehensive fine‑tuning options compared with purely analogue speakers. Firmware can be updated at any time via an Ethernet connection. Thus A-series monitors consistently feature ADAM Audio’s current DSP features — such as new filter types and “Voicings”.
Room-adaptation
To optimally adapt to the acoustic environment, the rear panel of every A-series speaker features a 4-band equaliser with the parameters “Bass”, “Desk”, “Presence” and “Treble”. Over 100 fine‑tuning variants make it possible to adjust in seconds to the most demanding monitoring environments.
Voicings
By “Voicings” we mean preset tonal profiles. On all A-series models different voicings can be selected at the rear of the studio monitors using a switch. The options available are “UNR”, “Pure” and “Ext”.
“UNR” or “Uniform Natural Response™” delivers a minimally coloured yet very natural-sounding frequency response. It is based on some particularly popular monitors from ADAM Audio’s product history, above all the AX series. The pleasant and lively sound allows long production and songwriting sessions without fatigue. This setting is also excellent for pure music enjoyment.
“Pure” provides a maximally neutral and linear frequency response. This voicing is therefore the first choice whenever the highest degree of reproduction fidelity is required — typically in mixing and mastering.
The option labelled “Ext” enables access to the functions of the “A Control” software via an Ethernet connection.
A Control (Real-Time Remote Control)
The DSP-based functions of all A-series monitors can be remotely controlled in real time via Ethernet using the A Control remote software. It is available free of charge as a download for Windows and macOS to customers who register their A-series monitors in the MyADAM area. More information at www.adam-audio.com.
With the A Control remote software you can conveniently control monitoring levels and all equaliser settings remotely. Multiple speakers can be accessed simultaneously regardless of listening position. In multi‑purpose studio rooms the quick reconfiguration of all monitor functions (including voicing and EQ) via A Control is particularly practical.
Room-adaptation and Sonarworks integration
All A-series speakers can be easily adapted to a wide variety of monitoring situations, acoustic environments and personal listening preferences. Via A Control powerful filter models can be loaded into the monitor’s built‑in DSP, for example room-correction filters from Sonarworks. Equipped with the Sonarworks software and a measurement microphone (not included), all A-series speakers can be perfectly adapted to different rooms and sonic preferences.
Bass-reflex system, enclosure and placement
The enclosures of the A series are the result of consistent further development of proven ADAM Audio concepts. Notable are the more strongly chamfered—and thus acoustically advantageous—cabinet edges. A significantly reinforced front baffle stabilises the entire enclosure and reduces resonances. Double-sided, flow-optimised bass-reflex ports improve airflow and reduce noise. All A-series monitors have four M8 threads on the underside for easy mounting with appropriate mounting solutions.
- Subcategory: Nearfield monitor
- Technology: 2-Way active
- LF-Driver: 1x 7"
- HF Driver: 2"
- Amplifier output per channel: 110 W (LF),20 W (HF)
- Amplifier class: PWM
- Frequency Response (+/-3 dB): 44 Hz - 41 kHz
- max. sound pressure: 105 dB
- XLR-In: yes
- 6.3 mm jack in: no
- 3.5 mm jack in: no
- RCA-In: yes
- Other in/outputs: Remote Control Anschluss
- Digital inputs: no
- Bluetooth: no
- Manual Frequency Correction: yes
- Controls: Input Select, Voicing Switch, Level, Bass Desk Presence Treble, Power on/off
- Special Features: Room correction via Sonarworks on the internal DSP, Control remote software, Rotatable waveguide
- Power supply: 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 200 x 337 x 280 mm
- Weight per speaker: 8,7 kg
- Housing Colour: Black
- Includes: Monitor, power cord
- Price & packaging unit: 1 Piece
- Optional Subwoofer: Adam Sub8, Sub10 MKII, Sub12
The German company ADAM Audio develops, manufactures and distributes high-end loudspeakers for professional use. Founded in Berlin in 1999 and still based there today, ADAM Audio has grown from a hidden gem into a true pioneer and global player in loudspeaker development. The name ADAM Audio comes from the specially developed Advanced Dynamic Audio Monitor.
The foundation for its success was laid by the newly developed X-ART tweeter, which is based on Oskar Heil's Air Motion Transformer from the 1960s. Sound in the X-ART tweeter is not produced by a piston-like moving diaphragm, as was customary until then, but by a pleated film used in the tweeter. This drives the air four times faster than it would move on its own. In fact, the Advanced Dynamic Audio Monitors quickly became the new benchmark in professional monitoring.
The newly developed tweeter immediately became synonymous with a crystal-clear, highly resolved sound and is ADAM Audio's most famous development. Further progress was also made through the use of modern materials such as rare-earth magnets and high-strength diaphragm films, which enabled new designs.
As part of continuous development, a successor to the renowned X-ART tweeter was already designed: the S-ART tweeter. New, solid-aluminium machined HPS and MPS waveguides were also developed to improve dispersion, projection and imaging of the sound and to enlarge the speakers' sweet spot.
Even in times of automated mass production, all ADAM Audio products are meticulously handmade and tested at the Berlin facility. ADAM Audio employs over 60 people worldwide and is represented in more than 75 countries. The fan base, made up of renowned recording studios as well as thoroughly satisfied hi‑fi listeners using ADAM Audio products, is large and continues to grow.
