Classic Compact MK3

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ADAM Audio Classic Compact Mk3 High End Loudspeaker

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

“ADAM, with their Classic Compact Mk3 created an impressive
Hifi-speaker in all means. They are as neutral as a monitor without
wanting to seem too academically. Yet with all their clarity, they
stay precise, soft and agile but at the same time powerful and strong. For music-lovers […] this might be their last speaker
ever.”

hifistatement

“Especially at low volumes that can be used after 10pm without disturbing your neighbours the ADAM played as huge as hardly any other speaker. (…) sounded wonderfully high-resolution, precise and with a particulary vivid exposure of the voices. Conclusion: Not only with regards to practical reasons active speakers like the ADAM are a clever counter-concept. Features like the EQ and XLR plugs really are a step forward. Using these with a controllable source you get the most puristic stereo you could think of. That’s why less is more sound.”

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Press Reviews

Hifi statement [English]
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Audio [German]
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Audio Test [German]
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Digital Tested [German]
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Hifi Digital [German]
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Technical Data - Active Version

Woofer

Number1
Basket Ø7.5" (186 mm)
Cone MaterialHexaCone

Tweeter

Number1
TypeX-ART
Velocity Transform Ratio4:1
Diaphragm Weight0.17 g

Built-in Amplifiers

Woofer1
TypePWM
Amp. Power RMS / Music200 W / 300 W
Tweeter1
TypeA/B
Amp. Power RMS / Music50 W / 100 W

General Data

Frequency Response35 Hz - 50 kHz
Crossover Frequencies2400 Hz
Input Impedance10 kOhm
Weight24.3 lb (11 kg)
Height x Width x Depth17.5" (440 mm) x 9" (230 mm) x 11.5" (290 mm)
FinishBlack glossy, Cherry, Walnut
Warranty5 years
Delivery ContentsFront cover, manual, power cord

Technical Data - Passive Version

Woofer

Number1
Basket Ø7.5" (186 mm)
Cone MaterialHexaCone

Tweeter

Number1
TypeX-ART
Velocity Transform Ratio4:1
Diaphragm Weight0.17 g

General Data

Power Handling200 W / 300 W
Efficiency≥87 dB / W / m
Frequency Response38 Hz - 50 kHz
Crossover Frequencies2400 Hz
Impedance4 Ohm
Weight24.3 lb (11 kg)
Height x Width x Depth17.5" (440 mm) x 9" (230 mm) x 11.5" (290 mm)
FinishBlack glossy, Cherry, Walnut
Warranty10 years
Delivery ContentsFront cover, manual, bi-wiring terminal

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