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Features & Benefits
Product Feature | Benefit to the customer |
|---|---|
| X-ART tweeter, handmade in Berlin |
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| The air velocity ratio of 4:1 during the sound generation by folded X-ART membrane | Direct, fast response in the high-range even with complex transients |
| Lightweight glass fiber membrane of the woofers | Excellent transient response even at high sound levels without breakup of the diaphragm |
| Vertical 2-way system with 4.5” woofer | High resolution of the stereo image |
| Linear frequency response of 60 Hz to 50 kHz | Unbiased reproduction in a wide frequency band |
| Maximum peak sound pressure level per pair in 1 m ≥106 dB | Powerful, compression free sound reproduction even at very high sound levels despite compact design |
| Tweeter Gain Controller | Allows optimal adaptation to acoustically difficult listening environments or individual preferences |
| Stereolink function (Cinch cable contained in the delivery contents) | Simple and symmetric volume control on the front panel |
| Analog XLR, RCA and mini jack as well as digital USB inputs | Great connectivity |
| Directional sound radiation in vertical plane | Reduction of early reflections on the surfaces of, e.g. mixing consoles, desks, etc. |
| Volume control and on/off switch on the front | Very easy to use |
| Very compact cabinet dimensions | Fits every desktop |
| Easily mounted on walls with original ADAM Audio wall mount (optional) | Space saving positioning at any height |
Technical Data
Woofer
| Number | 1 |
| Basket Ø | 4.5" (120 mm) |
| Voice Coil Ø | 1" (25 mm) |
| Cone Material | Carbon Fiber |
Tweeter
| Number | 1 |
| Type | X-ART |
| Diaphragm Area | 4 inch² (2420 mm²) |
| Equiv. Diaphragm Ø | 2" (56 mm) |
| Velocity Transform Ratio | 4:1 |
| Diaphragm Weight | 0.17 g |
Built-in Amplifiers
| Woofer | 1 |
| Type | A/B |
| Amp. Power RMS / Music | 25 W / 40 W |
| Tweeter | 1 |
| Type | A/B |
| Amp. Power RMS / Music | 25 W / 40 W |
Control Panel
| Input Sensitivity | -∞ to +14 dB |
| Tweeter Gain | ±4 dB |
Input Connectors
| Analog | XLR / RCA / 3.5 mm mini stereo jack |
| Digital | USB |
General Data
| Frequency Response | 60 Hz - 50 kHz |
| THD 90 dB / 1 m > 100 Hz | ≤0.8 % |
| Max. SPL with sine wave acoustic 100 Hz to 3 kHz at 1 m | ≥98 dB |
| Max. SPL per pair at 1 m | ≥106 dB |
| Crossover Frequencies | 2800 Hz |
| Input Impedance | 10 kOhm |
| Panel | Front |
| Stereolink | Yes |
| Weight | 11 lb (5 kg) |
| Magnetically Shielded | No |
| Height x Width x Depth | 10" (252 mm) x 6" (150 mm) x 7.5" (185 mm) |
| Finish | Black glossy, white glossy |
| Warranty | 5 years (2 years warranty plus 3 years optional with product registration) |
| Delivery Contents | Front cover, Cinch cable for stereolink in black or white, power cord, manual |
