ARTist 3Nearfield Monitor

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ADAM Audio ARTist3 Desktop Monitor

STATE OF THE ART TECHNOLOGY

ADAM Audio monitors have earned a worldwide reputation as the preeminent tool for sound engineers based on technological innovations that we’ve established in the field of loudspeaker technology.

X-ART Tweeter

ADAM Audio has improved upon the Air Motion Transformer utilizing superior geometries and materials to achieve unprecedented audio fidelity.
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X-ART Driver

A groundbreaking technological innovation with easily discernible superior performance and no technical flaws, the X-ART driver is clearly unequalled in the ...
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A/B Amplifier

We designed our own high frequency power amp to allow the new high frequency unit to live up to its unique talents.
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Woofer

HexaCone woofers are an integral component in most of ADAM’s monitors/speakers. The core is a honeycomb Nomex structure that makes them ...
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PW/M

ADAM units use the new technology for both the amp and the power supply section (i.e. no more transformers) combined with state of the art input and filter s...
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Approved BY OUR PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY

“Both (ARTist 3 and ARTist 5) speakers sounded very good while listening. With their high precision sound even encoding artefacts in mp3’s were rendered audible.”

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“A truly audiophile resolution paired with a natural ease in playing, this speaker entices for long listening sessions.”

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Features & Benefits

Product Feature
Benefit to the customer
X-ART tweeter, handmade in Berlin
  • Allows longer operation with fewer signs of fatigue
  • Their breakup is prevented by the folded diaphragms, distortions are effectively reduced to a minimum
  • Advanced dynamic range due to acoustically effective diaphragm surface that is 2.5 times bigger (compared to a classic tweeter according to the piston principle)
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

Number1
Basket Ø4.5" (120 mm)
Voice Coil Ø1" (25 mm)
Cone MaterialCarbon Fiber

Tweeter

Number1
TypeX-ART
Diaphragm Area4 inch² (2420 mm²)
Equiv. Diaphragm Ø2" (56 mm)
Velocity Transform Ratio4:1
Diaphragm Weight0.17 g

Built-in Amplifiers

Woofer1
TypeA/B
Amp. Power RMS / Music25 W / 40 W
Tweeter1
TypeA/B
Amp. Power RMS / Music25 W / 40 W

Control Panel

Input Sensitivity-∞ to +14 dB
Tweeter Gain±4 dB

Input Connectors

AnalogXLR / RCA / 3.5 mm mini stereo jack
DigitalUSB

General Data

Frequency Response60 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 Frequencies2800 Hz
Input Impedance10 kOhm
PanelFront
StereolinkYes
Weight11 lb (5 kg)
Magnetically ShieldedNo
Height x Width x Depth10" (252 mm) x 6" (150 mm) x 7.5" (185 mm)
FinishBlack glossy, white glossy
Warranty5 years (2 years warranty plus 3 years optional with product registration)
Delivery ContentsFront cover, Cinch cable for stereolink in black or white, power cord, manual

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