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More of a Good Thing.
Our S?5 Active Studio Monitors have been such a hit, producers in the hip-hop
and DJ communities asked us for a bigger, louder version. We like things louder
here at TAPCO too, so we designed the loudest, most accurate 8" active studio
monitor in its class, and called it the S?8. With a huge low-end response, your
mixes will be louder, punchier, and have a low-end you can be proud of.
Exceptional sonic performance
The S?8 Active Studio Monitors are designed to be transparent and produce
uncolored low-end sound for monitoring in home and project recording studios,
home theater systems, and anywhere else massive sound is required. The S?8's two-
way bass reflex design provides an amazingly flat frequency response and benefits
from complete system integration from the Active crossover, dual 60-watt power amplifiers,
precision drivers (8-inch low frequency, 1-inch for the highs) and a custom-tuned, ported cabinet.
Cure for bass envy
The S?8's sound big because they ARE big. Perfect for serious dance and hip-hop producers,
the S?8's deliver massive amounts of bass. The 8-inch woofer pushes huge volumes of air with
its integrated 120-watt amplifier, but the low-end response stays clear, not tubby, due to
sophisticated Active technology. A huge heatsink on the rear keeps the electronics cool when
the music is pumping. And because they look as great as they sound, they can only improve the
vibe of your studio.
Adjustable, to work any room
The actual room you mix in can have serious effects on how your mix sounds when played on
other systems. Variables like size and shape, furniture, doors and windows, carpeted or wood floors,
and where you sit when you listen, all combine to determine what you will hear is really what your mix
sounds like. After all, what good is a mix that only sounds good in your studio? With the S?8, we
included fine calibration controls to let you adjust the low (0, +2, +4 dB below 100Hz) and high (+/- 2dB
above 5kHz) frequency response to suit your taste. More importantly, these controls help to ensure that
the great sounds you get with the S?8 also sound great on your home stereo, in the car, and anywhere
else your music is played.
Protecting your investment
We know people want to blast their monitors for long periods in less than laboratory conditions, so we
added some extra circuitry just to keep your S?8s performing their best. The S?8s are tuned to maximize
efficiency, but they can get hot when used in the real world. If the electronics get too hot, separate thermal
switches activate and shut down the high and/or low frequency amplifiers until they cool down. An Over-
excursion filter, just before the low frequency amplifier protects the woofer from shredding itself when the
low-end is driven to the maximum. These extra protections ensure long life and monitors you can count on
to have your back at all times. Finally, we've adding magnetic shielding to protect your computer display or
television from being permanently being tweaked from the powerful magnets found inside the S?8.
FEATURES:
? Mackie-designed active desktop monitors with dual high-precision internal amplifiers (60w x 60w)
? 8-inch woofer delivers big, punchy low-end especially suited to modern rock, hip-hop, dance music production
? 1-inch waveguide-loaded silk dome tweeter with exceptional stereo imaging for smooth, non-fatiguing mix
sessions
? Low-Freqency Boost and High-Frequency Boost/Cut controls allow for acoustic tailoring to different rooms
? Balanced TRS/XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs
? Magnetically shielded, can be placed next to your CRT monitor
? Outperforms other 8" active monitors in its class
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PRICE PER UNIT The original A5 The small A5 managed to make itself a big name in both professional environments as well as in computer or desktop applications. A wealth of truly outstanding reviews and many awards helped to establish this speaker as one "of the best small monitors” and a "great choice for the small studio.” (Future Music, 01/2009). The new A5X The similar dimensions and name could make one believe that the A5X is nothing more than a new version of the A5. A quick listening however leaves no doubt that the A5X is much more than that. Like all other models of the AX-Series it features the proprietary X-ART tweeter. The very data of this technology shows that it is at the forefront of what tweeters can accomplish. Numerous listening tests have confirmed this. A 5.5” Midwoofer reproduces the frequencies below 2.5kHz. The diaphragm is made from Carbon fiber/Rohacell/Glass fiber, which is the same composite structure shared in the next two bigger models. This material with minimum weight and maximum rigidity prevents break up resonances, resulting in an outstanding dynamic behaviour and impeccable sound characteristics. Stereolink A very handy and exclusive feature found in the two smaller AX monitors is the Stereolink. This is accomplished by a pair of additional RCA connections that allow for a bypass of the second stereo channel to the other speaker. This new technology connects two A5X speakers in such a manner as to allow the user the option to control the overall stereo volume of the system from either speakers gain control. This makes the A5X a natural for "mixer-less” desktop applications where overall system volume needs to be adjusted easily. Controls and Connectors The front of the A5X sports dual ports for surprisingly low frequency response down to 50Hz. The front panel also has power and gain controls. The rear panel includes a tweeter gain control as well as balanced (XLR) jacks and unbalanced (RCA) jacks, allowing for greater connection flexibility. There are also two M6 (6 mm) metric screw threads for stand/wall mounting. Review: "The A5X: a superb impression.“ "A sparkling and lively desktop monitor with an open, powerful character. Good filters and practical ergonomics as well as useful equipment make ADAMs A5X an ideal partner in multimedia nearfield sound." (Stereo, 10/10) Mid-Woofer | | Number | 1 | Basket Ø | 5.5" (145 mm) | Voice coil Ø | 1.5" (32 mm) | Cone material | Carbon/Rohacell/Glass 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 | | Mid-Woofer | 1 | Type | PWM | Amp. power RMS / music | 50 W / 75 W | Tweeter | 1 | Type | A/B | Amp. power RMS / music | 50 W / 75 W | Control panel | | Input Sensitivity | -∞ to +14 dB | High Shelf EQ > 5 kHz | ±6 dB | Low Shelf EQ | ±6 dB | Tweeter gain | ±4 dB | Input connectors | | Analog | XLR / RCA | General data | | Frequency response | 50 Hz - 50 kHz | THD 90dB/1m > 100 Hz | ≤0.6 % | Long term output | ≥102 dB | Max. peak | ≥110 dB | Crossover frequencies | 2500 Hz | Input impedance | 30 KOhm | Weight | 14.6 lb (6,6 kg) | Magnetically shielded | No | Height x Width x Depth | 11" (280 mm) x 6.5" (170 mm) x 8.5" (220 mm) | Warranty | 5 Years | Delivery contents | Cinch-cable, Power cord, Manual |
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The Twin6 Be is the best seller of the Focal Professional range and the most versatile work tool of the SM6 line. It represents the only necessary solution for recording, mixing and mastering. The image precision, treble definition as well as midrange neutrality are at the heart of its reputation.
The excellent articulation of the bass and midbass registers, even at very high sound levels, makes it an unavoidable reference for engineers who require absolute transparency. Furthermore, the design of the Twin6 Be permits a high SPL while at the same time offering a stable tonal balance. One of the two 6.5" woofers works in large band (midrange – bass) whereas the other reproduces from 40 to 150Hz. This creates a bass that preserves all the signal dynamics, without any masking effect in the midrange, thereby keeping all its neutrality and transparency. Additional control of the bass register is accomplished by fine-tuning on the control plate on the back of the Twin6 Be in order to obtain a perfect mirror configuration with its mate. The Twin6 Be can be installed vertically or horizontally to respond to the space requirements of each studio.
Specifications Frequency response : | 40Hz - 40kHz | Maximum SPL : | 115dB SPL (peak @ 1m) |
Input :
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Type/Impedance: symmetrical/10 kOhms
Connector: XLR
Sensitivity: Adjustable, +4dBu or -10dBV
| Bass/mid-range : | 2x150W rms, BASH® technology | Treble : | 100W rms, AB class |
Electric supply :
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Local supply power: 230V (2A fuse)
115V (4A fuse)
Connection: Removable IEC supply wire
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Visualization and control :
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Input sensitivity selector
Mid-range speaker selector (right/left)
Adjustable tweeter and woofer levels by potentiometer
Power on/off
Voltage selector
| warning light : | Power on LED |
Electric supply :
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Local supply power: 230V (2A fuse)
115V (4A fuse)
Connection: Removable IEC supply wire
| Woofer : | 2x6W4370B Focal "W" composite sandwich cone 6-1/2" (16.5cm) speaker | Tweeter : | TB871, Focal inverted dome tweeter in Beryllium | transducer shielding : | Integral through cancellation magnets or by magnet design | Box : | 7-1/2" (19mm) MDF panels |
Finish :
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Dark red natural veneering side panels, black body
| Dimensions (HxWxD) : | 9-13/16 x 19-11/16 x 13-3/8 " (250x500x340mm) | Weight : | 30.8lb (14kg) |
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MYTHO 6 is a two-way reference studio monitor that features a high quality large metal dome tweeter for the best vocal reproduction and a 6” neodymium vented woofer with a large sized 51 mm voice coil that guarantees very high energy for tight and controlled bass reproduction and perfect thermal stability with minimum power compression.
The magnetic circuit features a special air ventilation to reduce air compression, air noises and minimize distortion in large excursion situations. The MYTHO 6 is equipped with two separate amplifiers: 200 W for the low frequencies and 100 W for the high. The design is a classic AB circuit, unparalleled for low distortion and natural sound. The signal processing is executed from a dedicated high quality DSP processing. It features a solid aluminium cabinet internally braced and reinforced to improve low frequencies behaviour and reduce resonances.
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Frequency Response -3 dB: | 40 Hz | ÷ 20 kHz | Max SPL: | 114 dB | | Horizontal coverage angle: | 110° | | Vertical coverage angle: | 70° | | Compression Driver: | 1" neo, metal dome | | Woofer: | 6.5" neo, ICC technology | |
INPUT/OUTPUT SECTION |
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Input connectors: | combo XLR/Jack | | Input sensitivity: | -6/+6 dBu | |
PROCESSOR SECTION |
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Crossover frequencies: | 1900 Hz | | Protections: | thermal, excurs., rms | | Limiter: | soft limiter | | Controls: | bass tilt, roll-off, treeble tilt, desktop, DSP controlled | |
AMPLIFIER SPECIFICATIONS |
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High frequencies: | 100 Watts | | Low frequencies: | 200 Watts | | Cooling: | convection | | Connections: | vde | |
CABINET |
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Cabinet Material: | die cast aluminum | | Hardware: | orientation adjustable stand | |
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS |
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Height: | 370/14.5 mm/inch | | Width: | 265/10.4 mm/inch | | Depth: | 250/9.8 mm/inch | | Net Weight: | 10.5/23 Kg/Lbs |
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PRICE PER UNIT The most powerful AX monitor With its power and radiation characteristics, the brand new A8X is suitable for both nearfield and midfield monitoring. With a price/performance ratio that could hardly be better, this monitor is a perfect entry into these monitoring fields. The A8X is equipped with the X-ART tweeter and a large (8.5”) midwoofer, a combination that adds both a very deep and yet very tight bass response to the unsurpassed reproduction qualities of the ADAM proprietary tweeter: a licence to thrill. Cabinet- and bass reflex-construction Like the other AX-Series models, the upper corners of the A8X are slanted to minimize reflections. The very large, double bass reflex tubes on the front have been specifically designed to perfectly match the midwoofer with its large voice coil. Amplification and controls With a 50W A/B amplifier for the tweeter and a 150W PWM amplifier for the midwoofer, the A8X has power in abundance and is the brawny monitor of the AX-Series. On the rear panel are several controls: a gain for the high frequencies (± 4dB) and two shelf filters for the high and low frequencies. There are both XLR (balanced) and RCA (unbalanced) connectors on the rear panel of the speaker, which allow the A8X to be used in almost any application. Review: A8X: a "powerful link" between near- and midfield monitors! "The A8X is a powerful link between ADAM´s AX Series and the formidable and more expensive SX Series. Its all-in-all homogenous tuning, the deep and precise bass as well as the brilliant mid- and high-frequency reproduction make this speaker a huge recommendation for ambitious people without deep pockets." (Professional Audio 10/2010) Mid-Woofer | | Number | 1 | Basket Ø | 8.5" (220 mm) | Voice coil Ø | 1.5" (38 mm) | Cone material | Carbon/Rohacell/Glass 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 | | Mid-Woofer | 1 | Type | PWM | Amp. power RMS / music | 150 W / 225 W | Tweeter | 1 | Type | A/B | Amp. power RMS / music | 50 W / 75 W | Control panel | | Input Sensitivity | -∞ to +14 dB | High Shelf EQ > 5 kHz | ±6 dB | Low Shelf EQ | ±6 dB | Tweeter gain | ±4 dB | Input connectors | | Analog | XLR / RCA | General data | | Frequency response | 38 Hz - 50 kHz | THD 90dB/1m > 100 Hz | ≤0.5 % | Long term output | ≥112 dB | Max. peak | ≥120 dB | Crossover frequencies | 2300 Hz | Input impedance | 30 KOhm | Weight | 28.7 lb (13 kg) | Magnetically shielded | No | Height x Width x Depth | 15.5" (400 mm) x 10" (255 mm) x 12.5" (320 mm) | Warranty | 5 Years | Delivery contents | Power cord, Manual |
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Features
Ruler-Flat Response 52Hz to 20kHz, + 1.5 dB
Benefit: Sound true to actual recording
Benefit: Any pair of speakers is a matched pair
Active Technology
2 FR (Fast Recovery) Series Amplifiers; HF 40W; LF 100W
Benefit: Precise dividing slope, correct phase, and low distortion
Benefit: Minimal chance of speaker damage due to overdriving
Servo Loop Woofer Technology
Electronic control and dampening
Benefit: Speaker output is as true to incoming signal as possible
Frequency Response Controls
80Hz low-cut switch; 3-position live/dead switch (-2bdB, Normal and +2dB)
Benefit: Excellent response in a variety of acoustic environments
Wide Sweet Spot
Custom-designed die-cast wave guide
Benefit: User hears the same thing across a wider range of motion
3-Position Acoustic Space Switch
Compensation in bass response for half-space (-2dB) and quarter-space (-4dB) placement
Benefit: As close-to-flat performance as possible regardless of placement in room
Applications
Professional Recording Studios
Home and Project Studios
Film (THX) and Post Production Studios
Home Theater Installations
Acoustic Performance
Free Field Frequency Response: 52Hz - 20Hz
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