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Active Nearfield Monitor

  • Equipped with 5" woofer and 1.9" U-ART ribbon tweeter
  • 2 Class D amplifiers: 50W RMS woofer, 20W RMS tweeter
  • Frequency range: 45Hz to 25kHz
  • Crossover frequency: 3 kHz
  • Maximum input level: 106 dB (1m/pair)
  • Rear bass reflex port
  • Connections: XLR and RCA line inputs
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 179 x 298 x 297 mm
  • Weight: 5.7 kg
  • Price per single unit
  • Available since April 2018
  • Item number 431376
  • Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
  • Speaker size 1x 5", 1x 2"
  • Amplifier power per unit (RMS) 70 W
  • Magnetic Shielding No
  • Analogue XLR Input Yes
  • Analogue Input (Jack) No
  • Analogue Input (Mini Jack) No
  • Analogue Input (RCA) Yes
  • Digital input No
  • Manual frequency correction Yes
  • Frequency range min. 45 Hz
  • Frequency range max. 25000 Hz
  • Dimensions in mm 179 x 298 x 297
  • Speaker Housing - Woofer System Bass reflex
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A miniature T-rex

The Adam T5V speakers were introduced in 2018, and went straight on to win a number of awards, such as the MIPA Award 2018, the TEC Award, and Best of Show IBC 2018 – an extraordinary achievement for active monitors at such an affordable price. In terms of quality, the T-rexes, as they've come to be known, have more in common with much more expensive 5" speakers, especially considering that Adam products are the result of typically precise German engineering.

ART tweeter on the ADAM Audio T5V, Active Nearfield Monitor

The ART of the Tweeter

All Adam's T-series speakers share one very interesting proprietary feature: ART tweeters (Accelerated Ribbon Technology), which enable long periods of operation without ear fatigue setting in. How? The tweeter's pleated ribbon construction reduces breakup and distortion to a minimum, as well as delivering a greater dynamic range, because its effective surface area is 2.5 times larger than that of comparable dome tweeters. In addition, this unique feature also ensures the tweeter is direct and responsive even at the highest frequencies and for the most complex transients, contributing to the T5Vs' linear frequency response of 45Hz to 25kHz. Finally, the cabinets' acoustically optimised design, with their characteristic bevelled edges, complements the visibly corrugated tweeter to give the speakers a very striking appearance.

Bedroom beatmakers & home studio hobbyists

Given the number of awards that Adam's T series speakers have picked up, and indeed their countless satisfied customers, these speakers continue to offer a price–performance ratio that makes them a real bargain. This combination of quality and affordability is precisely why the entire T series is perfect for all semi-professional producers, singer-songwriters, and bands looking to equip their studios with high-quality monitor speakers that won't break the bank.

Adam Audio T5V, manufacturer's logo

About Adam Audio

ADAM Audio was founded in Berlin in March 1999 and has since been involved in the development, manufacture, and distribution of speakers specifically aimed at the professional audio industry. The company was founded following the development of the X-ART tweeter, itself based on the Air Motion Transformer created by Oscar Heil in the 1960s. Advanced Dynamic Audio Monitors (ADAM) has rapidly set new standards in the world of studio monitors. The company employs over 50 people in its Berlin factory, is distributed in over 75 countries, and has sales offices in both the USA (Nashville) and the UK. The list of renowned studios using ADAM monitors is long and still growing. ADAM Audio has been part of the Focusrite Group since 2019.

ADAM Audio T5V, Active Nearfield Monitor, rear view

Perfect for the home studio

Musicmakers who are looking for a set of monitor speakers for their home studio but only have a limited budget at their disposal would do well to take a closer look at the Adam Audio T5Vs. In this price range, buyers will be hard pressed to find a better option, and the difference between these and ordinary hi-fi or computer speakers (or headphones, for that matter) will become obvious during the first mixing session – if not before. These speakers respond to even the smallest tweaks in EQ and other parameters, so mixes can be analysed in immense detail. Users looking to upgrade their setup later on can, of course, also add a subwoofer or even create a complete surround sound system.

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Excellent studio monitors
George Kol 05.12.2020
I am a pro FOH engineer. I wanted a pair of studio monitors so that i can do some work from home, mix some multi tracks from previous shows, edit radio spots and when we start working again i will use them as reference for virtual sound check. I used to own a pair of Genelec 8020A and i have heard lots of studio monitors which are in the more expensive price range as they were installed in recording studios i've been.
I can say with confidence that the Adams are the best in this price range. They clearly sound as they are "upper shelf" equipment.
The sound is full in the whole frequency spectrum except from the lows to low mids where they have small dip there, but thats not something that i really miss. I actually think that i helps with the overall clarity of the monitors which is exceptional. It's just something to have in mind for the one's that use them for mixing.
That said, the overall lows of the monitors are extremely well defined not muddy and punchy. Now for the sub to low region of the spectrum they are so so full for the size of the speaker. I like bass but i like clean bass. And they deliver. I think that there is no need for sub except for the one's that may use it for movies. Definitely not for mixing. I had a sub in my previous setup and when i heard them i took it off. Also the +2db makes up for those who may want a little more bass.
The Mids are represented very nice.
The highs are just silky. Their frequency response is stellar for the money and the clarity they provide is just unheard for this price range.
Also the thing that they are not ear fatiguing is true thanks to the ribbon.
Also the soundstage they provide is huge. It's very wide and every instrument is well positioned in the stereo field.
Overall they are very analytical, full sounding and fairly flat. A good recording is going to sound very very nice. A bad one will get "busted".
So the pros are all these.
As for cons, is that they have the power button on the rear. But i have plugged them both on a power tile with power button so i can power them on and off easily. So not that much of a problem.
Another is that i would much appreciate if there was a distinct position for 0db as the volume pot moves freely.
If this is your price range, then get them with no hesitation.
They are going to deliver more than you would expect.
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Idk what norm is but seems good
JonelKingas 03.07.2026
build quality good, it instantly made me mix way better than my hifi headphones, its loud and dosent lose wuality eith volume, sound is a bit harsh too ears, and i didnt even test max volume, i think you could go deaf lol, one complain is that it has constant white noise, even from further away, especially if you set gain too 0 db or more, ive set just bellow 0db, it lowered the noise a tiny bit, its not annoying noise at least so too say, but its there, what ive read everywhere it says its normal with these "budget" monitors, they look cool, and lastly ive seen many say this and id say same, they should make the onobs by steps cause its hard too set exact same volume on both monitors
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Best All-rounders for the price.
letters teko... 12.03.2020
My Emes Waldorf monitors were up for replacement. These were over twice the price when new, so I didn't expect a fair comparison but hoped the Adams would be acceptable. Much to my surprise though, these Adams had deeper lows and higher highs than the Emes did! Moreover, they provide such a wide frequency range without becoming boomy or shouty. This gentle behaviour means the mid-range isn't pushed away like often happens with cheaper speakers.

Compared to the Yamaha HS5/HS7, the midrange is less expressive, which can be tricky when mixing guitars and vocals. But the overall frequency response is much broader, allowing for more 'air' to be heard in the mix. Also, the Yamaha's can be very tiring to listen to.

The T7V has even deeper low-end and provides more punch for bigger rooms. However, the T5V is slightly tighter in the midrange and more suitable for true near-field monitoring. Looking for Hi-Fi speakers in the living room? Get the T7V! looking for really transparent monitors in a small studio? Get the T5V! Truly the best all-round monitors for the price!

Downside: No power indicator light on the front, so it's hard to tell whether they're on or off.
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Crystal clear, not the bassiest
BrenA 07.04.2025
I bought these for a home studio set up. They arrived quickly, and were packed well. Easy to install and set up. They don't have a TRS input, so make sure you have a suitable cable.
The sound is crystal clear and very impressive. Its amazing. The only complaint is they do not have the strongest bass, but sounds fantastic and more than adequate when at enjoyable levels.
There are no features other than basic adjustments at the back of the monitor. I don't miss any further adjustment though.
I am very satisfied with this.
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