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ADAM Audio S5H is a horizontal three-way active main studio monitor from the S Series with dual 10-inch HexaCone woofers, a 4-inch DCH midrange in an MPS waveguide, a handmade S-ART tweeter, 1100 W RMS of amplification, DSP room tuning, and AES3 digital input. It is priced per speaker.
The largest S Series monitor, with bass reaching 22 Hz.
Overview
The three-way S5H was conceived, as its name suggests, to be used in a horizontal orientation and features two 10-inch Extended Linear Excursion (ELE) bass drivers, newly designed by ADAM Audio expressly for the S Series. Like the LF ELE units on all the other members of the range, the S5H’s woofers feature ADAM Audio’s proprietary Symmetrical Magnet Assembly (SMA) guaranteeing that low-frequency audio remains tightly controlled and free of distortion at all times. The all-important mid-range frequencies are handled by ADAM Audio’s new hybrid DCH. This innovative 4-inch MF driver was also newly developed by ADAM Audio exclusively for the S Series and combines the sonic advantages of cone and dome drivers in a single, one-piece unit.
The off-axis responses of the treble and mid drivers remain extremely accurate thanks to the addition of high- and mid-frequency waveguides milled from solid aluminum: ADAM Audio’s newly developed Mid-range and High-frequency Propagation Systems (MPS and HPS). The resultant stable, wide-ranging dispersion ensures that teams of more than one person can work in the loudspeakers’ sweet spot simultaneously, as is often necessary in larger control rooms.
The S Series’ custom-designed DSP optimizes the loudspeaker crossovers to create linear responses for the entire range, as well as providing user equalization and in-room tuning/voicing functions. 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.
At a Glance
| Feature | German Handmade Precision S-ART Tweeter with HPS Waveguide |
| Feature | 4" Dome / Cone Hybrid (Carbon) with MPS Waveguide |
| Feature | 2 x 10“ Woofer (Hexacone) |
| Total RMS Amp. Power | 1100 W |
| Frequency Response | 22 Hz - 50 kHz (-20 dB) |
| Max. SPL Per Pair at 1 m | ≥131 dB |
| Feature | AES3 Digital Inputs And Various Expansion Options |
Who Is the S5H For?
Large control rooms, film mix stages and mastering facilities that need main monitors with full-range output.
What Comes in the Box?
Power cord, manual
S5H Specifications
| General Data | |
| Panel | Rear |
| Max. Power Consumption | 900 W |
| Weight | 160 lb (72.6 kg) |
| Height x Width x Depth | 16.9″ (430 mm) x 34.8″ (885 mm) x 19.7“ (500 mm) |
| Audio Input Connectors | |
| Analog | XLR |
| Input Impedance | 48 kOhm |
| Max. Input Level | +24 dBu |
| Digital | AES3 |
| Woofer | |
| Amplifier Type | PWM |
| Amp. Power RMS | 700 W |
| Midrange | |
| Amplifier Type | PWM |
| Amp. Power RMS | 300 W |
| Tweeter | |
| Amplifier Type | PWM |
| Amp. Power RMS | 100 W |
| Acoustics | |
| Frequency Response | 22 Hz – 50 kHz (-20 dB) |
| THD > 100 Hz | ≤0.3 % |
| Max. SPL per pair at 1 m | ≥131 dB |
| Crossover Frequencies | 250 Hz, 3 kHz |
| Woofer | |
| Basket Diameter | 2 x 10″ |
| Voice Coil Diameter | 3″ (76 mm) |
| Cone Material | HexaCone |
| Midrange | |
| Type | Dome/Cone Hybrid |
| Basket Diameter | 4″ |
| Voice Coil Diameter | 2.4″ (60 mm) |
| Cone Material | Carbon Composite |
| Waveguide | MPS |
| Tweeter | |
| Type | S-ART |
| Diaphragm Area | 4 inch² (2420 mm²) |
| Equivalent Diaphragm Diameter | 2″ (56 mm) |
| Velocity Transform Ratio | 4 to 1 |
| Diaphragm Weight | 0.17 g |
| Waveguide | HPS |
| Control Options | |
| Input Sensitivity | Adjustable |
| Parametric EQs | 6 |
| Room Compensation High-Shelf EQ | 1 |
| Room Compensation Low-Shelf EQ | 1 |
| Preset Memories | 5 |
| Delay | 0 ms to 5 ms |
Why ADAM Audio?
ADAM Audio is a Berlin-based loudspeaker company known for its ribbon tweeter designs, including the X-ART and S-ART tweeters that are built by hand at its Berlin factory. Its monitors are used in professional studios, broadcast facilities and home studios around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the S5H the largest S Series monitor?
Yes. It has two 10-inch woofers and reaches down to 22 Hz.
Is the S5H sold as a pair?
No. The price is for one speaker.
Is this a genuine ADAM Audio product?
Yes. Victory is a veteran owned dealer and units ship new in original packaging.
Is it covered by a warranty?
Yes. It is covered by the ADAM Audio manufacturer warranty, and ADAM Audio offers extended coverage when you register the product with them.
Why Victory Musical Instruments?
Victory Musical Instruments ships ADAM Audio monitors, subwoofers, headphones and mounts nationwide with free shipping. For help choosing a system or pairing a subwoofer, call 844-687-4208.