Make: ADAM Audio

Model A5X Active Near Field Monitor

Finnish: Black

Condition: Very Good

Cords: Power supply and 1/4" to XLR cable

Notes: The ADAM Audio A5X is a premium nearfield active studio monitor engineered for professional recording, mixing, mastering, and content production environments. Renowned for its exceptional clarity, detailed stereo imaging, and industry-leading high-frequency reproduction, the A5X has become a trusted reference monitor for producers, audio engineers, composers, and project studios worldwide. Featuring ADAM Audio's acclaimed X-ART ribbon tweeter technology and a custom 5.5-inch mid-woofer, the A5X delivers outstanding sonic accuracy and transparency across the frequency spectrum.

At the heart of the A5X is ADAM Audio's proprietary X-ART (eXtended Accelerating Ribbon Technology) tweeter, which provides exceptionally fast transient response, extended high-frequency detail, and a remarkably open soundstage. This advanced design allows engineers to hear subtle nuances, critical mix details, and transient information that conventional dome tweeters often fail to reproduce accurately.

The monitor's 5.5-inch woofer utilizes a lightweight Carbon/Rohacell/Glass Fiber composite cone, combining low mass with exceptional rigidity to deliver tight bass response, impressive dynamics, and highly accurate midrange reproduction. Powered by dedicated built-in amplifiers—50 watts for the woofer and 50 watts for the tweeter—the A5X provides ample headroom and precise monitoring performance suitable for both professional studios and high-end home production environments.

Designed for flexibility and room optimization, the A5X features front-panel volume control, stereo linking capability, adjustable high- and low-shelf EQ controls, and tweeter level adjustment. Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs allow seamless integration into virtually any studio setup, while its compact footprint makes it ideal for desktop workstations and smaller control rooms.

With a frequency response extending from 50 Hz to 50 kHz, exceptional transient accuracy, and the signature detail of ADAM's ribbon tweeter technology, the A5X remains one of the most respected compact studio monitors ever produced. Although discontinued and succeeded by the A4V, it continues to be highly sought after by audio professionals for its revealing sound, reliability, and mixing precision.

Key Features:

• Active 2-way nearfield studio monitor
• Proprietary X-ART ribbon tweeter technology
• 5.5-inch Carbon/Rohacell/Glass Fiber woofer
• Bi-amplified design with 100 watts total power
• Frequency response: 50 Hz – 50 kHz
• High-resolution stereo imaging and transient response
• Front-panel volume control with stereo link capability
• Adjustable high-shelf and low-shelf EQ controls
• Tweeter level adjustment for room tuning
• Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs
• Compact footprint ideal for desktop and nearfield monitoring
• Professional-grade construction for studio environments
• Suitable for recording, mixing, mastering, broadcast, and content creation applications

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