ADAM Audio D3V: Portable Studio Monitors for Precision Sound.
If you’re a fan of portable studio setups and want to take high-quality sound with you wherever you go, the ADAM Audio D3V is the ultimate choice. Designed for versatility and precision, these monitors are perfect for musicians, filmmakers, and music lovers who demand exceptional audio performance in any environment.
Why Choose the D3V?
The D3V is a fully active desktop monitoring system that combines ADAM Audio’s iconic AMT tweeters with advanced engineering to deliver a balanced and accurate sound. Here’s what sets it apart:
Ported vs. Unported Design:
If you’re familiar with ported monitors, you know they use a port (or "hole") to enhance bass response. While this can be beneficial in treated environments, it often leads to boomy or uneven bass in untreated spaces. As Mike Senior notes in his books, ported monitors can sometimes "fart" the bass, making them less ideal for home studios or untreated rooms.The D3V, however, features dual-sided 3.5” passive radiators that deliver tight, controlled bass down to 45 Hz without the drawbacks of ported designs. This makes it an excellent choice for home studio owners who lack the time or resources for extensive room treatment.
Power and Precision:
240 W Total System Amplification: Provides ample power for detailed and dynamic sound reproduction.
3.5” Aluminum Woofers: Deliver clear midrange and punchy bass.
AMT Tweeters: Renowned for their transparency and wide dispersion, ensuring accurate high-frequency reproduction.
Versatile Connectivity:
USB-C Input: For high-quality digital audio streaming.
Balanced TRS Sockets: For flexible analog connections.
User-Friendly Controls:
Multi-Function Volume Knob: Easy adjustments for precise listening levels.
Room Compensation Switches: Tailor the sound to your environment.
Multi-Color Status Indicator: Quickly monitor the system’s status.
Portable and Stylish Design:
Detachable Monitor Stands: Perfect for desktop or portable setups.
Threaded Mic Stand Mounting Points (3/8″): Ideal for unconventional placements.
Black or White Finish: Choose the color that matches your style and environment.
Who Is the D3V For?
Home Studio Owners: Get accurate mixes without the need for extensive room treatment.
Musicians on the Go: Take your studio anywhere with a compact, portable design.
Filmmakers and Content Creators: Achieve precise audio monitoring for video projects.
Music Lovers: Experience high-fidelity sound in any setting.
Final Thoughts
The ADAM Audio D3V is more than just a monitor—it’s a game-changer for portable audio production. Whether you’re mixing, mastering, or simply enjoying music, the D3V delivers a decent, accurate, and immersive sound experience that adapts to your environment.
ADAM Audio D3V
General Data
- Display: Front panel multi-color LED
- Cabinet Design: Dual passive radiator
- Cabinet Material: PC-ABS
- Mounting options: Flat on desk or loudspeaker stand (angled 15 degrees upwards on desk using supplied foot), threaded insert (3/8″) on the bottom of the cabinet for microphone stand
- Power consumption (max, idle, sleep): 60 W, 5 W, 0.3 W
- AC Input Voltage: 100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz
- Power Rating: 60 W max.
- Operating Conditions: -10° C to +45° C (+14° F to +113° F); <70% RH, non-condensing
- Weight (excl. feet): 3.58 kg total (7 lbs 14 oz total)
- Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth): 200 mm (Height with stand: 240 mm) x 115 mm x 150
- (7 7/8″” (Height with stand: 9 1/2″”) x 4 1/2″” x 5 7/8″”, 9 1/2″”)”
- Warranty: 5 years (2 years warranty plus 3 years optional with product registration)
- Delivery Contents: D3V primary loudspeaker, D3V secondary loudspeaker, USB-C cable with USB-A adpater, connection cable (2 m), power cable, power block, Quick Start Guide
Audio Connectors.
- Analog: TRS
- Input Impedance: 47 kOhm
- Max. Input Level: +9 dBu
- Digital: USB Type C
- Digital Audio Signal: Class-compliant USB 1.1
- Headphones output connector: 3.5 mm TRS mini-jack
- Headphones output impedance: 32 Ohm
Amplification.
- Woofer
- Amplifier Type: PWM
- Peak (10% THD, limiter deactivated): 2 x 80 W
- RMS (1% THD, limiter deactivated): 2 x 70 W
- Tweeter
- Amplifier Type: PWM
- Peak (10% THD, limiter deactivated): 2 x 40 W
- RMS (1% THD, limiter deactivated): 2 x 30 W
Control Options
- Input sensitivity: 0 dBu = 88 dB SPL at 1 m @ 0 dB level setting
- Level: Front panel knob controls loudspeaker and headphone outputs over the range -∞ dB to +6 dB
- Front panel knob press functions: Mute, standby, input select, channel swap, firmware update mode
- Input selection: Analog, USB-C
- Channel order: Normal, L/R swapped
- Backplate Room Adaption: Yes
- Position (Bass): 0, -3, -6 dB
- Desk (Low-mid and Mid): 0, -3, -6 dB and 0, -2, -4 dB
- Room Acoustics (Treble): 0, -1.5, -3 dB
Acoustics
- Frequency Response @ -3 dB: 48 – 22.6 kHz
- Frequency Response @ -6 dB: 45 – 23.2 kHz
- Crossover Frequencies: 4.0 kHz
- Max SPL in full space at 1 m with sine bursts (average 100 Hz to 6 kHz) @ 3% THD (RMS): 94 dB SPL
- Max SPL in full space at 1 m with sine bursts (average 100 Hz to 6 kHz) @ 3% THD (Peak): 97 dB SPL
- Max SPL in full space at 1 m with sine bursts (average 50 Hz to 100 Hz) @ 3% THD (RMS): 80 dB SPL
- Max SPL in full space at 1 m with sine bursts (average 50 Hz to 100 Hz) @ 3% THD (Peak): 84 dB SPL
- Max peak SPL in full space at 1 m with IEC-weighted noise (full range / 80 Hz bass managed): 98 dB SPL
- Dolby DARDT max SPL in full space: 103 dB SPL
- Dolby DARDT max SPL in full space (bass managed): 106 dB SPL
Drivers
- Woofer
- Basket Diameter: 3.5″
- Voice Coil Diameter: 1″ (25 mm)
- Cone Material: Single-piece aluminium
- Passive Radiator Basket Diameter: 2 x 3.5″
- Tweeter
- Type: D-ART
- Diaphragm Area: 2.8 inch² (1800 mm²)
- Equivalent Diaphragm Diameter: 1.9″ (48 mm)
- Velocity Transform Ratio: 5 to 1
- Diaphragm Weight: 0.085 g
- Tweeter Dispersion: 120° horizontal, 120° vertical
Signal Processing
- AD converter: 24-bit (via TRS inputs)
- USB bit depth: 16-bit (via USB-C input)
- Internal sample rate: 48 kHz
- Protection: Independent peak and thermo limiters for each driver, and amplifier thermo limiters