Adam Audio S3H

Essential Information About the Adam Audio S3H Monitoring Speaker

• 3-way reference: two 7-inch woofers, 4-inch hybrid DCH midrange, and S-ART ribbon tweeter with HPS waveguide for ultra-precise stereo imaging.


• Massive power and total control: 500 W per woofer + 300 W (midrange) + 50 W (tweeter) and internal DSP with EQ, presets, and memory.


• ADAM Audio heritage: built-in "S3A" preset to recapture the signature of the legendary S3A, hand-crafted S-ART tweeters made in Berlin.


• Full-band solution: extended response, high dynamic headroom, and use without a subwoofer in most control rooms.

From the S3A to the S Series: The Continuity of an Icon

Building on the success of the S3A and S3X-H, the S3H embodies the modern evolution of the "S" lineage. It maintains the neutrality and reliability standards of the historic models while adding a more powerful tri-amplified architecture, a next-generation S-ART tweeter, and proprietary DSP that refines crossovers and frequency response.

For Whom and For What?

Designed for nearfield use in a horizontal position, the S3H targets music studios, post-production control rooms, and artistic directors seeking precise 3-way monitoring at all levels. Its wide sweet spot and minimal listening fatigue make it an ideal partner for long recording, editing, and mixing sessions.

Key Technologies Serving Sonic Truth

DCH Midrange and S-ART/HPS Tweeter

The 4-inch DCH midrange driver combines the advantages of a cone and a soft-dome for the critical range (250 Hz to 3 kHz) reproduced with naturalness and definition. Above, the S-ART tweeter paired with the HPS waveguide delivers controlled dispersion, three-dimensional imaging, and an expanded listening position.

Firm Bass and Tri-Amplification

The two 7-inch woofers, each powered by 500 W Class D amplifiers, provide deep and tight low-end. The midrange section receives 300 W (Class D) and the tweeter 50 W (Class A/B), ensuring exemplary dynamic control.

Advanced DSP, Presets, and Digital Connectivity

The DSP optimizes crossovers, offers an "S3A" preset, parametric EQ, bass/treble shelf filters, user memories, tweeter protection limiter, and AES3 stream management. The USB port allows updates and control via dedicated software.

Technical specifications

Battery	No	EQ	Yes
Category	monitoring	Mixer	No
Type	active speaker	SPL Max / peak	126 dB
Peak power	1350 W	Frequency response	30Hz - 50kHz
Peak power, type	RMS	SPL max	126 dB
Number of channels	3 channels	Inputs	AES3, XLR, USB
Amplification	Active amplified	Outputs	AES/EBU
Auto-standby	No	Color	Black
Bluetooth	No	Power output	850 W
Connection	USB, AES3, XLR	Power / type	RMS
Speaker diameter	4", 7"	Quantity	1
Number of speakers	3	Weight	26.6 kg
DSP	Yes	Dimensions (mm)	280 x 585 x 380

Configuration	3-way in horizontal position	Analog input	XLR
Low frequency	2 x 7-inch woofers	Digital input/output	AES3
Midrange	1 x 4-inch hybrid dome/cone DCH driver	Max SPL	126 dB (pair at 1 m)
High frequency	2-inch S-ART ribbon tweeter with HPS waveguide	Internal power supply	100-240 V
Woofers	2 x 500 W (Class D)	Dimensions (H x W x D)	280 x 585 x 380 mm
Tweeter	50 W (Class A/B)	Warranty	5 years after registration
S Series DSP	crossover optimization and linear response	Packaging	sold individually