Description
The Adam Audio D3V, 3.5-Inch Powered Studio Monitor - Black is a fully active desktop monitoring system that stays true to ADAM Audio’s industrial design heritage and features the iconic AMT tweeters. Each pair features 3.5” aluminum woofers and a ferrite magnet system, driven by an astonishing 240 W total system amplification. Dual-sided 3.5” passive radiators bolster bass frequencies and allow the D3V to extend down to 45 Hz.
Equipped with a USB-C input and two balanced TRS sockets, D3V offers high-quality digital and analogue connections. Streamlined controls include a multi-function volume knob, intuitive room compensation switches and a multi-color status indicator. The D3V comes complete with detachable monitor stands as well as in-built threaded mic stand mounting points (3/8″) for perfect positioning in any environment.
Explore the Technology
ADAM Audio monitors have earned a worldwide reputation for the innovations that we have established in the field of loudspeaker technology. Here you can explore the technology of the D3V.
D-ART 1.5" Hand-Folded Tweeter
The D3V utilizes a 1.5” D-ART tweeter so that customers can enjoy precise and unfatiguing high frequency reproduction.
USB-C & Balanced Analog Inputs
The D3V offers a direct plug’n’play USB-C connection to computers, mobiles, and tablets. Traditional ¼” TRS inputs are also included.
DSP Room Adaption
The D3V features DSP-powered 3-way switches to address common acoustical issues arising from speaker placement.
3.5” Woofers & Dual-Sided Passive Radiators
Partnering with the D-ART system, the D3V utilizes 3.5” woofers, a ferrite magnet system and passive radiators for the low frequencies.
One Button Control
The D3V’s multi-function volume control allows users to quickly access the common functions that make life that little bit easier.
Monitor Stands & Mounting Options
Detachable feet are included as standard, plus users will find a 3/8” mic stand mounting point on the underside.
Product Specifications:
Display: Front panel multi-color LED
Color: Black
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
Delivery Contents: D3V primary loudspeaker, D3V secondary loudspeaker, USB-C cable with USB-A adapter, 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
Weight (excl. feet): 7 lbs.
Dimensions (H x W x D): (7 7/8″” x 4 1/2″” x 5 7/8″”, 9 1/2″”)” Inches
Shipping Weight: 9 lbs.
Shipping Dimensions:12 x 10 x 8 Inches
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