Still the Best Budget Studio Monitors in 2021? Adam Audio T8v

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Still the Best Budget Studio Monitors in 2021? Adam Audio T8v
Looking for a new set of studio monitors, but don’t have a ton of cash?
This video is for you!
Today we’re going to be looking closely at the Adam Audio T8v studio monitors.
These monitors have a small price tag, but a big sound.
Let me know what you think of these in the comments!
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0:00 Intro
2:10 Adam T8V specs overview
3:25 Back of speaker
4:30 Thoughts on sound
6:25 Compared to Kali Audio IN-8
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@ADAMAudioBerlin 2 года назад

Lovely review, Chris so happy you are enjoying them! Cheers from Berlin👍

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Yes, I am! Glad you like the video :-) Thanks!

@metaldemonseanknels Год назад

Just ordered these today. So excited

@waltwilliams5195 2 года назад

Great video. I felt that you were very honest and direct. This is why I ordered a pair of the T8V's. I really was glad to hear the opinion of a professional.

@GalantGoStudio 2 года назад

Thank you Chris, i just ordered TV7 from Thomann, Can't wait to get them in my hands 🔥

@johnathanbeats 2 года назад

Same ones I got in March. I love them!

@atukakey3416 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for the video! Would you recommend those or T7V for middle size room?

@BeatsByHYM501 2 месяца назад

Just ordered some today

@DJAlaukik 2 года назад

U got the gold 🔥

@barnpostmedia 2 года назад

These monitors took the place of my Yamaha and Focal monitors. Simply impressive.

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

They are!

@Triumphinchrist1 2 года назад

Thanks for the video.Does the power switch of automatically when not in use? Or is it okay to connect a power strip & control the on/off directly from the power strip rather than reaching all the way to the back panel of the speaker?

@ardierr.2525 2 года назад

Chris vous parlez Français super :-) merci pour vos vidéos de qualité .Aujourd'hui j'hésite , j'ai focal solo 6 be comme vous, je trouve que les bas médiums sont un peu trop prononcés et je manque aussi un peu bas, mais ma pièce n'est pas super bien traité...j'hésite à acheter 1 ou 2 sub pour soulager le woofer pour la partie médium, ou bien prendre les kali in 8v2 (mais il me semble qu'elles descendent à peine plus bas que les focal et que les aigues sont un peu moins bon)...quel serez votre avis s'il vous plaît?

@niclasrundkvist 2 года назад

Great review video as always! And thanks for pointing out the diffferences to the Kali Audio monitors. But if you had choose one of them, which one wouyld it be? :-)

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Lol! That depends, I would go for the Adam T8v if money was an issue, hard to find something better at this price range. If someone has more budget, combining the Kali IN-8 with a sub is a killer system, I would miss the nice smooth top end of the T8v's though but will get a more focused Mid-Range in return.

@ardierr.2525 2 года назад

@@mixdownonline for you Adam T8v vs Kali IN-8 without sub , which one for you will translate the best without guessing (or mind compensation) ?

@tarakbera9500 Год назад

@@ardierr.2525 Right Question ✅. Point : No Guess work . (IMO both need Guess work lol. Go for Kh120A no Guess work) BTW. Hey Chris answer the question ! #Happysoundengineering

@ChristianMusicalTheatre 2 года назад

Can you tell us what 3 way would give us the SAME deep low-end as this monitor for a fair price while delivering that good mid-range. I have been using the original Mackie HR824 full size for over 15 years and I love them, but they are soon needing to be replaced. I LOVE the low end of them. Thanks for the advice.

@JayYarbroughMusic 2 года назад

These are what I use, bought them right after they were released and I love them. One thing about them I am very happy with is the tweeter spread size is way bigger than a typical tweeter. There is no problem sitting a bit left or right or lower or higher ~ your ears will clearly hear the highs.

@xavkoston16 2 года назад

Good to know, thanks

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

You're right about that!

@C_C- Год назад

Just demo'd them at sweetwater and the stage is fantastic compared to the Yamahas, big hole in the midrange, but the bass on the 7" was on par with the Yamahas at 8"... boy these sure would be great in a 3-way

@wa2368 25 дней назад

Wrong, you imagined it. A ribbon tweeter has less dispersion than dome.

@808ondabeat3 2 года назад

Great content I have the T5v which sounds great but I want the T8V for A little bit more low end.

@GavGrant 2 года назад

I have the 5's with t10s sub - sound amazing. Recently got t he 8's which is magic as well, although I would say the sub is not really required

@joshgilbertmusic 2 года назад

So you’re saying they’ll shake my little closer control room? 😂 sounds awesome!!

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

EXACLY! LOL

@papahumza Год назад

Do you use a dac with these and if so, what’s your dac/amp setup?

@KARAOKETUBE12 2 года назад

Hey Chris, great review! Do they have in White?

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

I don't thing they do!

@peter572 7 месяцев назад

I am new to high-end audio. What amplifier etc do I need to get the best out of these studio monitors for a home user?

@nevesnow 2 года назад

I have the T7V for almost 2 years the only thing I don't like is the "hizz" coming from the tweeters. It's very very subtle, but I hear it. And it's not coming from my interface or cables, I've tested without the cables, so only the speaker turned on. Probably comes from power amp section, but it's annoying. How was it with the T8Vs? Cheers

@realraven2000 2 года назад

Nice review. You got a lot of rumble on your mic though... thanks for the comparison to the Kali. I feel the Alesis M1 had a bit more bass (not low bass though) due to the 2 ports at the front - but maybe they were just out of control. I think if you want to "feel" the bass on the Kali, you gotta turn them up - and they sound a-maz-ing. Reference Peter Gabriel with them and they really make you feel stuff. But they are also brutally honest about the mids. I think for us small studios it's a matter of getting used to and learning to like what you work with. And if you don't like it, get rid of them and get a different pair ;)

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Thanks for your comment Axel!

@Corleone01_ 2 года назад

Hey Chris like always a nice video! can u try get maybe the focal alpha 65 evo? For Review please ✌🏽

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Glad you liked the video, thanks. I don't have access to the Focal Alpha 65 but I see an opportunity to try a pair, I'll make a review :-)

@Corleone01_ 2 года назад

@@mixdownonline 👍🏽

@kdcyp 2 года назад

I’m looking at these right now and there’s a sound on sound review available on line but back from 2015 that raves about them. The only thing that’s holding me back is whether design improvements in other makes since then have overtaken this or maybe Focal changed something since that’s affected the later versions (assuming they have changed something in 6 years 🤔).

@billmatney5296 2 года назад

Chris, I'm deciding between the Kali IN8 v2 and Adam T8V...which do you prefer & how do they compare..I play keyboards and don't do much mixing or vocal recordings. I'll also use them for casual listening.

@barnpostmedia 2 года назад

Hopefully you went with ADAM. Much better monitor.

@Refute- 2 года назад

I bought a pair of t8v's last week. Before i had a sub with my krk 5" monitors. All i can say now is that i won't need a sub with the t8v! I produce hard electronic music (Hardcore/uptempo) and it's really amazing and exactly as you say, they go loooow! My opinion about theese after 1 week? Totally badass monitors for that price! :)

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Awesome! Glad you like them!

@andytullis8736 2 года назад

I swear you're in my head sometimes, I've been thinking of getting these monitors. But I'm having a hard time giving up my JBL 305's. I love them. Guess I have to pair of monitors. 🤔

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

If you enjoy your JBL 305's, know them pretty well and that your mixes translate well. I wouldn't recommend to replace them yet. Unless you want to upgrade, get a different sound or getting a second pair of monitors. On my side, I do work with 2 pairs of monitors and headphones to get more than one perspective. So maybe these could be a good fit to add to your setup, and they will not break your bank account :-)

@NoSurrenderMuzik 2 года назад

I couldn't decide what to buy, Adam or JBLs 305. And finaly decided for 305s. But now I am in the same dilema as you 🤣🤣🤣

@65pancakes82 2 года назад

I compared the Adams T7V to the T5V. While I enjoyed the 7's extra volume and Bass, I felt the 5's were the Better monitor. The mids seemed more articulate and Natural. Bought the 5's.

@steve5662 Год назад

I also changed my mind at the last minute in the shop... glad I did. the 5s sound amazing and there is enough bass to hear the sub somewhat

@f1livenews2023 2 года назад

I own a pair of T7Vs and they exceeded my expectations for the budget. I was kind of mixed up feelings when the T8Vs came out, but besides de extra watts they got, the extra low frequency they offer is not much to make the switch. They also feel more like middle field monitors. Perhaps I should wait for the T9Vs to come 😄

@ADAMAudioBerlin 2 года назад

So happy you're enjoying the T7Vs!

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Good to know you already work with the T7V and enjoy them :-)

@f1livenews2023 2 года назад

@@mixdownonline Thanks for making this review

@herwigprobst8450 2 года назад

I‘ve also the T7Vs and I am so happy with them. Still think that these Adams are the best for this price range

@f1livenews2023 2 года назад

@@herwigprobst8450 they are amazing. Before them my mixes sounded difference in other spaces and speakers but with these ones the sound remains practicaly the same

@TheCubeMusic 2 года назад

Hope you are well question for ya hey 👋🏻 when you have an audio interface what cables you need ? And also think I need an audio interface with a headphone amplifier

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

With these monitors, a Balanced TRS to XLR Male is what you need. Most audio interface will have an headphone output. That's all you need

@MrSkyTown 2 года назад

Is there hiss from the tweeters

@fredygump5578 2 года назад

For a studio monitor review, I'm surprised by the out of control low frequencies in the opening few seconds! (Cleans up after 0:09...)

@-musiclee- 11 месяцев назад

These vs the Kali LP or IN-8?

@danielstecko6676 2 года назад

Still love my P22A’s.

@ADAMAudioBerlin 2 года назад

Thanks for being a long-time ADAM Audio user, Daniel!

@brandanleiter 2 года назад

Shot out the display rack at Guitar Center. Tie between Yamahas and Adam Audio’s. The rest don’t even compare. Took the 7” AA’s for the $avings.

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

That'S the best if you can shot out a few pairs

@J0seR0se Год назад

Producing techno, future rave, mainstream songs... Adam T7V or rokit rp7 g4 and why?? Please ❤️

@heulsuse2322 2 года назад

Can i use the t8v only for music listening or is it more for studio work?

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Mainly designed for studio work, but also very good for music listening, can't do wrong

@deepplace6808 2 года назад

I have a pair of yamaha hs 8 , do you think it would make sense to switch to adam audio t8v?

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

I had a pair of HS8 before, they're good, but I do prefer the T8V...better bass and highs. To know if you should switch, the best would be for you to try them out to compare.

@pangloss9 Год назад

You should compare the T8V to the Yamaha HS8…that’s a fair fight. It’s not fair to compare any 2-way to a 3-way.

@davidstojakovich2463 2 года назад

I was going to ask how they compare to the Kalis. I got a pair of the IN8 V2s after seeing the reviews made by you and Warren Huart. And I love them. The Kalis perform exactly as you told us. So thanks for the comparison.

@thehottestbeatz 2 года назад

Hey, I see you have the Kali audio IN 8 v2. I also have them and love them but I discovered a small issue with my monitors. I get a strange small audible feedback from the woofer itself when soloing deep bass, the sound is almost like a rhythmic vinyl crackle that plays along with the source material. On my monitors it’s not really audible until you hold your ear up Against the woofer. It’s only present on a sustained bass note or say a deep 808 bass drum that has a long decay. It’s a bit strange and I’m trying to figure out what’s causing the noise. Is it possible for you to check if this noise is present on your monitors? It’s not a huge issue but it’s definitely something to point out. Let me know if you hear the same sound I described id highly appreciate it. Trying to figure out if this happens on all the Kali audio in 8 v2s or if it’s just something that went wrong with mine which I doubt because I take care of them. I’ve had them for about two months now. Love them aside from this small issue. Check to see if yours make this noise and let me know!

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

You're welcome!

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

I'm out of town for the week so I will try this out when I get back. But so far, I don't recall getting this type of behaviour.

@user-rl1ny4me8o 2 года назад

@@thehottestbeatz Mine had the same problem, absolutely the same. Returned them immediately.

@DjJurijOfficial 2 года назад

I think you don't use the sub in your studio environment, check your sub bass in your video.. 4:40 4:45 5:34 5:54 6:14 6:20 6:55 7:33 anyway I like your review.

@amylavoie7307 2 года назад

Allo Chris, J’aimerais acheter les A5X avec le sub 8 pouce mais je me demande si je ne devrais pas plutôt acheter les A7X avec le sub 10 pouce. Ces derniers sont quand même plus cher et sur le site internet d’adam audio il ne semble pas y avoir de différence dans les composantes si ce n’est que la puissance. As tu déjà essayé ceux-ci ou as tu déjà entendu parler d’eux ? Moi j’ai un petit home studio donc je n’ai pas besoin d’une puissance de son trop grande, par contre une bonne qualité et un bon sub.

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Allo Amy, J'ai pas essayé les A7X mais j'ai entendu que du bon, donc c'est loin d'être un mauvais choix. Comme tu dit, ton home studio est petit et tu veux un sub en plus. Je crois dans ce cas the les A5X avec un sub vont être OK pour toi. Les A7X on aussi un Bass Woofer plus gros de les A5X, donc ils vont plus bas dans les basses mais on s'en fou un peu car tu va avoir un sub pour couvrir les basse anyway ;-)

@amylavoie7307 2 года назад

@@mixdownonline Allo Chris, J'ai une petite question et je sais que tu en a déjà parlé et que d'autres comme Dom en ont déjà parlé aussi, mais je vais de la demandé quand même. Lorsque je mixe comme en se moment j'ai souvent de la difficulté à équilibrer mon son entre les différents instruments est-ce normal ? Je sais que tout le monde parle du gain staging, est ce que cela m'aiderait dans le balancement du son ? De ce que j'en comprends, je mets mes fader à zéro avant de commencer mon mixe et j'ajuste chacun de mes instruments pour qui soit par exemple à -18, -15 dfs ? En fait j'oublis toujours de le faire et après avoir commencé je me dis ca va aller je travaille juste avec des VST. Ouain bon ca va aller je ne suis pas sur lol ! Car là je dois faire des automations et c'est compliquer à bien ajuster. Bon je sais que mixer c'est compliquer hihi, mais il y a surement des moyens pour se faciliter la vie ! Bon sur cela je vais aller écouter district 31 ! Passe une très bonne soirée !

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Salut Amy, oui effectivement le mixage est une chose très simple à manoeuvrer, et le meilleur conseil au travers un commentaire est de pratiquer, c'est le genre de truc qui avec de la pratique, on deviens meilleur. Le gain staging est seulement une façon de géré son "Headroom" lors de l'enregistrement et le mixage. Les chiffres de - 18 dbfs sont une moyenne. Tu peux peaker à -8 et être en moyenne entre - 18 et - 15 dbfs. Et tout ça n'est qu'un point de référence, sans plus. La réalité est que le Gain Staging affectera pas nécessairement la qualité de ton MIX, juste un meilleur workflow à mon avis. Perd pas trop de temps à évaluer les chiffres. J'ai une formation de Mixage de disponible, si tu t'abonne gratuitement à mon Workshop gratuit, tu va avoir une offre spéciale sur ma formation premium sur le Mixage. mixdown.online/free

@amylavoie7307 2 года назад

@@mixdownonline allo j’aimerais revenir sur les moniteurs. Je viens de regarder une vidéo d’une personne qui parle des T8V et je me demandais si je ne serais pas mieux d’acheter ce modèle ? Ils ne vont pas aussi bas dans les basse mais c’est quand même 33Hz ce qui fait que je n’aurais pas à acheter un sub. Tu en penses quoi ? Le gars semble dire que ces moniteurs s’adapte bien à un petit studio et le prix est bien moins élevé que le kit d’A5X.

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

@@amylavoie7307 Comme je mentionne dans ma vidéo, les T8v sont excellent pour le prix et ils vont assez bas dans les basses. Idéal pour un home studio mais il faut considérer qu'ils sont pas très petit donc idéalement avoir des stands de speakers. Mais ils sonnent très bien... Un bon choix effectivement et pas nécessairement besoin d'acheter un sub 😊

@tractorgt 6 месяцев назад

Well that sucks, my monitors have to almost touch my back wall. Guess I'll look elsewhere. 😢

@TexasCorgiGun 2 года назад

Better than Kali 8in second Wave ?

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Different... The Kali IN8's are 3 Ways, so better Mid Range, but more Low End and High frequency definition with the T8V... and cheaper ;-)

@TexasCorgiGun 2 года назад

@@mixdownonline Thank you for your thoughts, and review. Which one have more 3 dimensional soundstage in your opinion? The Kali or the Adams? Thanks 🙏🏻

@roobscoob47 2 года назад

🙂

@ToddjMitchell 2 года назад

FYI, the affiliate links aren't working

@mixdownonline 2 года назад

Thanks for letting me know, Todd! FIXED :-)

@cl-zachwilliamsstudios3358 2 года назад

I have ordered one pair of Adam T8V from thomann and one of them is louder both gain knobs being at 0 db. Poor quality monitos, I will return them! 😂😂😂

@gibson2623 2 года назад

No....The Kali's are ;)

@andreaTRY2FLY Год назад

The deal breaker for me is the rear port. I really don't have the space to put them 15cm from the wall considering that they are even bigger than my current speakers

@djelvis1 2 года назад

these kali monitors sure have gotten a lot of marketing for something that sounds like the worst 3 way studio monitor ever made. Insane marketing...might be the next KRK rokits or yamaha ns series.