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Cameron Oatley
ExtremeHiFi
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Julian Shapiro
ExtremeHiFi

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What reviewers think

Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.

Product Strengths

  • Compact, comfortable, and easy to place, with a lower profile.
  • Delivers a powerful, dynamic, and precise sound that delivers an enjoyable experience.
  • A rotatable tweeter allows for both horizontal and vertical placement, providing flexibility in different setups.
  • On-board DSP-based room correction options, and integration with Sonarworks SoundID Reference for refined tuning.
  • A wide sweet spot that is immersive and enjoyable to listen to.

Product Considerations

  • The bass response may not be as present or suitable for music production with many sub-bass frequencies.
  • The dial for input level adjustment is not stepped, which may make precise matching more difficult.
  • Some reviewers suggest a sub may be needed depending on the material being worked with, to supplement the 4-inch woofers.

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Compared to the ADAM Audio A7X model, the A44H offers a similar response curve.

Takeaway: The A44H monitors offer a unique form factor, versatile placement options, and a detailed sound, making them a great option for smaller spaces or immersive setups. The built-in DSP and integration with Sonarworks provide extensive room correction and customization capabilities.

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A44H

reviews

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An excellent review of a great product
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An excellent review of a great product
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3/1/2022

Manufacturer details

Features
Lowest Frequency: 41Hz-50Hz @ ±3dB
Type: Center Channel
Enclosure: Box
Enclosure Material: Composite
Tweeter: AMT
Powered
Mixing Monitor
  • Display: Front panel multi-colour LED
  • Cabinet Design: Dual front ported
  • Cabinet Material: Vinyl wrapped MDF and painted MDF front panel
  • Mounting options: Threaded inserts on the bottom of the cabinet (4 x M8)
  • Power consumption (max, idle, sleep): 220 W, 10 W, 3.5 W
  • AC Input Voltage: 100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz
  • Power Rating: 300 W max.
  • Weight: 9.7 kg (21 lbs 6 oz)
  • Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth): 135 mm x 432 mm x 350 mm (5 3/8″ x 17″ x 13 3/4″)
  • Frequency Response @ -3 dB: 49 Hz – 41 kHz
  • Max. peak SPL per speaker at 1 m: 103 dB SPL
  • Woofer: 2 x 4″
  • Tweeter Type: X-ART
  • Total Peak Amp. Power: 130 W
Description
The A44H offers a low-profile alternative to the A Series A7V while delivering similar performance characteristics. With a 19-inch width, the horizontally oriented A44H can sit on a standard rack shelf or be mounted above or below a display. The completely new design also enables the A44H to serve as a center speaker in immersive and 3D speaker configurations.
With a 19-inch width, the horizontally oriented A44H can sit on a standard rack shelf or be mounted above or below a display. The completely new design also enables the A44H to serve as a center speaker in immersive and 3D speaker configurations. Dual 4-inch long-throw woofers and the X-ART tweeter deliver a wide frequency range, while onboard DSP-based tuning capabilities enable you to tweak the sound easily.
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Brand highlights

Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:

  • ADAM Audio monitors are recognized for their proprietary folded-ribbon ART tweeter, which contributes to a smooth, clear high-frequency response and a wide sweet spot, a distinct characteristic setting them apart from other monitor brands.
  • They offer above-average flexibility through DSP-supported room-dependent EQ adjustment with several EQ preset options, allowing users to tailor the sound to their specific room acoustics, and often incorporate a legacy mode that emulates the sound of previous X-Series monitors.
  • ADAM Audio monitors, especially the S Series, have a design focused on minimizing resonance and coloration even at high listening levels, indicating a dedication to accurate sound reproduction over simply sounding "good."
  • The brand is not just focused on high-end performance but also provides a compelling value proposition with their T Series, bringing their signature sound to a more budget-conscious market, making high-quality monitoring accessible to budding engineers and home studios.

Select products

T5V

  • Positioning: Entry-level line, designed for affordability and compactness.
  • Description: Offers excellent acoustic characteristics with its U-ART tweeter and HPS waveguide, providing a wide sweet spot for small control rooms. Unlike the A8H and S5H, it is optimized for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance in limited spaces, making it ideal for home studios or small professional setups.

T10S

  • Positioning: Compact subwoofer designed to complement nearfield monitors.
  • Description: Enhances low-frequency response with its down-firing 10" woofer and 130 W amplifier, making it a powerful addition to the T5V and T7V monitors. While it lacks the advanced DSP features of the A8H and S5H, its compact design and adjustable crossover make it suitable for users seeking to extend bass in smaller studio environments.

A8H

  • Positioning: High-performance midfield monitor for detailed audio representation.
  • Description: Stands out with its X-ART tweeter and rotatable HPS waveguide, offering precise sound for critical listening in mid-sized spaces. Unlike the T5V, it includes DSP-based tuning and Sonarworks integration.

S5H

  • Positioning: Flagship main monitor for expansive studio environments.
  • Description: Features dual 10" ELE bass drivers and a DCH midrange driver, delivering exceptional low-frequency control and midrange clarity. It surpasses the A8H with its extensive DSP capabilities and high SPL output.
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Founding Year
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Our take on the brand

ADAM Audio is renowned for its innovative ART tweeters, which enhance the Air Motion Transformer concept by moving air four times faster than their folds for high-definition sound. Their monitors, especially the S Series, are favored by sound engineers for their accurate and transparent sound, advanced engineering, and reduced distortion, while the T Series offers affordable, high-performance studio monitors.

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Our interview with the brand

What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?

Air Motion Transformers

ADAM Audio has been refining Air Motion Transformer technology for more than 25 years, and we employ it in every tweeter we manufacture. This sustained focus has led to a series of innovations which trickle down to every series in our portfolio. We have an expert team in Berlin that hand-folds these tweeters, and they are subject to rigorous QA before they are fitted to the loudspeakers.

Industrial Design

ADAM Audio loudspeakers have a strong and unique design language that stems from Berlin and the design team here. Every choice centers around acoustic performance, but the beveled edges, bespoke waveguides, and rounded ports combine to form striking products. For decades, the loudspeakers have been the focal point of studios worldwide, and in recent years they have been catching eyes in home audio systems.

What's your approach to customer support?

Our Berlin-based customer support team handles hundreds of queries each month, ranging from pre-sales questions, troubleshooting and best practices, to repairs. They pride themselves on their response and success rate, and our customer feedback is overwhelmingly positive. ADAM Audio offers an industry-leading warranty of up to 5 years, and beyond that, our service team is always happy to repair products when possible. We have a wonderful dealer and distributor network who will always be happy to help if they can.

What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?

Max Cooper – Inanimate to Animate (highly recommended to listen in Dolby Atmos where possible!)

Gui Boratto – Mr. Decay (bass extension)

Pixies – Hey (dynamic range)

What other products pair best with yours?

The resolution and conversion offered by Focusrite interfaces is second to none!

From our interview with
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