The dual 7-inchbass drivers, powered by a 500 W Class D amplifier, offer flawless reproduction of frequencies all the way down to 30 Hz. ADAM Audios newly developedDCH, a 4-inch hybrid dome/cone mid-range driver, is powered by a 300 W Class D amplifier and handles audio above 250 Hz and below 3 kHz, its leading-edge hybrid design offering the sonic advantages of both cone and soft-dome drivers in a single, one-piece unit. Frequencies above 3 kHz are routed to the innovative combination of theS-ART treble driver(each handmade at ADAM Audios Berlin factory), the new precisionHPS waveguide, and a 50 W Class A/B amplifier. The result of all this innovation is a beautifully transparent three-dimensional soundscape, with an extensive sweet spot.

The S Series custom-designedDSPoptimizes the loudspeaker crossovers to create linear responses for the entire range, as well as providing user equalization and in-room tuning/voicing functions. A unique feature of the S3Hs DSP options is a built-in factory EQ preset that emulates the response of ADAM Audios legendary S3A monitor. 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.

With its massively powerful amplification and three-way design (optimally configured for use horizontally), the S3H was conceived as a midfield monitor, but can be employed equally well in more compact listening environments. As with all ADAM Audio designs, the sound is punchy but musical, with crystal-clear reproduction of the all-important mid-range.

The S3Hs wide-ranging frequency response, its power amps instantly available, plentiful headroom, and the lack of need for additional subwoofers should appeal to any audio professional looking for a stand-alone, full-frequency active solution for their recording studio, one which provides equally detailed audio information at any volume setting, loud or quiet. Whatever your preferred output level, the S3Hs vibrant authenticity is a spur to creativity for producers, engineers and musicians everywhere, and its sound remains remarkably unfatiguing, even when working uninterrupted for extended periods.

Features

• Horizontal 3-way system with 2 x 7″ HexaCone woofers, 1 x 4″ DCH midrange, and S-ART tweeter
• S-ART tweeter, handmade in Berlin and manufactured to the tightest tolerances
• Newly designed HPS and MPS waveguides, milled from a solid block of aluminum
• New midrange driver with one-piece hybrid dome/cone (DCH) design
• Custom-built Extended Linear Excursion (ELE) bass drivers
• Custom-designed Symmetrical Magnet Assembly (SMA)
• Spacious bass reflex ports on the front baffle
• Highly efficient 1,350W PWM ICE Power quad-amplification
• Linear frequency response of 30Hz50kHz
• Maximum peak sound pressure per pair at 1m 126dB
• Custom DSP engine
• Analog XLR inputs
• AES3 digital I/O
• 2-year warranty; optional extension to 3 years with product registration
• Sold individually

Specifications

• Powered: Yes
• Power Configuration: Quad-amped
• Quantity: Single
• LF Driver Size: 2 x 7″ woofer
• LF Driver Type: Hexacone
• MF Driver Size: 4″
• MF Driver Type: Carbon-composite
• HF Driver Size: 2.2″ S-ART tweeter
• LF Driver Power Amp: 2 x 500W
• MF Driver Power Amp: 300W
• HF Driver Power Amp: 50W
• Total Power: 1350W
• Frequency Response: 30Hz-50kHz
• Crossover Frequency: 250Hz, 3000Hz
• Maximum Peak SPL: 126dB SPL @ 1m
• Input Types: 1 x XLR, 1 x XLR (AES/EBU)
• Output Types: 1 x XLR (AES/EBU)
• USB: 1 x Type B
• Enclosure Type: Ported
• Height: 11″
• Width: 23″
• Depth: 15″
• Weight: 58.6 lbs.