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Great video, I am an adam audio t7v owner and was really blown away by the sound of these speakers with such a small price tag. Using an rme babyface pro fs for an interface and these with the complimentary t10s sub and decent cables have really upped my engineering game. Thumbs up for anybody considering purchasing these speakers.
Could you please make a video on the general philosophy of applying: - Saturation (and distortion) - Compression - Songwriting - Workflow - Stereo Imaging - Mastering (what LUFS, RMS, and all that jargon means) in the same fashion that you made your "How to Mix" series? When you teach, it's STRATEGIES, not just random tips. This is why I appreciate your channel so much. Thank you, sir.
Great review, thanks! I finally chose the T5V. My room is not that big and I already own a subwoofer which I turn on from time to time to check that the very low end is not overwhelming. Personally, I feel that the detail in the mid range and high end is very important for vocals and most instruments. To avoid muddy mixes, I usually have a low cut filter at 150 Hz for everything except bass (guitar or synth) and drums; in other words, most instruments "live" in a frequency range that a 5 inch speaker can easily handle. Anyway, that was my logic behind my choice. There are no perfect speakers, so compromises are always required.
Thanks! :) Sounds like a good approach. Personally I EQ based on what else is on the mix, and how much is in the mix. Some times, if there's very few elements and you have a guitar or a piano for example, then you'd want to leave almost all the low end in there, to make it sound natural. I only cut if I really have to in order to make room for other elements in the mix. I typically also use automation to make sure that I might get more low end from elements in the breakdown for example, where there's very few elements, and then once the drop kicks in I cut more of the low end to make room. Every mix is different and there's no magic setting that works every time with regard to EQ. A subwoofer will definitely help you hear what's going on in the low end, and can be a good tool to control the low end. Most 5" woofers can't reproduce anything below 50-60 hz anyways, so you'd be blind to what's going on there without a subwoofer.: )
we had T7v in our studio. They sounded great and clear. They just had a little hiss which was annoying. But when the music played you didn't care about the hiss anymore
There shouldn't be any hiss. Usually, when there's hiss or noise, it's because of electrical interference from the computer and such, and in some cases even due to ground loop issues. It's important to use good quality balanced XLR cables, and make sure that you keep them away from power lines and such as much as possible. Keeping the monitor itself near a screen or something can in some cases also interfere with the electronics inside, causing hiss or noise. If you rule out any of these reasons and the noise is still there, then it's probably a fault with the monitor itself, in which case it should be replaced under warranty. :)
Another great video. My M-Audio BX8-D3 monitors are outstanding as well, for what are essentially entry-level speakers (£250/$307 a pair). Would highly recommend them as an alternative.
You're welcome. Many people use standard phone (TRS) cables since they are generally cheaper and more easily available. However, they usually pick up a lot of noise from your computer etc, while balanced XLR cables don't. :)
It takes some time to get used to a new monitor. I actually have some SDDJ50 here as well. All though they are branded as being for Dj's, it's really a good reference monitor considering the price. I actually used them for quite some time, and found them to be quite accurate. Not as good as the T series from Adam Audio though, but more than good enough for mixing compared to other budget monitors. :)
The T5v are better, I know that don't make much sense but there some reviews about that. For monitoring i think the jbl lsr are much better .the T7v have great high mids an top but they don't have a nice mid range when I did the measure in frequency response of my Pair was really shocking.
NIce. I mix on HS8's with a tremblor 10 sub (electronic n trip hop music) and A3X's (for a mids check) and sometimes jump to eris 3.5's just to get that smartphone/tablet check on the sound. Figure since these were all affordable (together not even the cost of one barefoot or ATC monitor) might as well have options! We live in spoiled times for monitors. good video.
Thanks, glad you found it useful. I definitely recommend getting a pair of studio monitors for mixing. It will make it much easier to get your mixes sounding good, especially compared to headphones which a lot of people, and especially beginners tend to start out with. Headphones has a lot of issues which can make mixing more difficult, so if you're a beginner then monitors will make life a lot easier for you.
@@FireWalkMusic I may do that once I graduate college. With a desktop, three monitors (plus a TV), and a bunch of other stuff for my home studio, I don't need to have anything else to move into and out o my dorm every semester haha!
Generally you would have to push it right into the wall in order for it to cause severe problems. However, that's not really possible because there will always be cables sticking out, preventing you from doing that. If you keep it 20-30 Centimeters away from the wall then that should generally be good enough. Ideally, I would try to aim for 50 Centimeters, but that's not always possible.
Hello, I need your advice, we are opening a studio in the school where students will be able to play and record songs. It's mostly rock music. The size of the room is about 42 m2. I am choosing between Adam t7v and t8v. What would be your recommendation? Thank you.
I got the T5V since a year now and they are really good monitors for a reasonable and fair price IMO. I was listening to them at Thomann and in comparison to the Rokit and Yamaha Series (which are also quite often used), they sound a little bit more neutral. You can go for them without any doubt, especially in smaller rooms.
They are indeed very neutral, and that's the most important thing. When you listen to them for the first time, especially if you compare them to rokits, then your first impression might be that they sound a bit boring in comparison, but that's a good thing. That's what you should be looking for. I always find that the rokits (at least the older generations) have too much power in the low end. The T5V and T7V has a more linear curve, especially in the low end. It can be tempting to go for the monitor that makes the music sound better. But that usually means that it's not 100% neutral, just like hifi speakers. When shopping for studio monitors for mixing you want a monitor that sound kind of boring essentially. It should not be artificially amplifying any part of the spectrum. :)
You're welcome. When it comes to interfaces the main difference boils down to inputs and outputs, preamps and things like that. The actual interface doesn't have anything to do with sound quality, because everything is happening inside the computer, digitally. When you render out the project the quality will be exactly the same regardless of the interface. Now, there are some differences in terms of noise etc, but this is usually not detectable by humans, and only affects playback when mixing. Also, the various interfaces usually comes with their own ASIO drivers, and some offer less latency than others, so I would go for one that has the inputs and outputs you need, and which has a low latency asio driver.
@@FireWalkMusic thank you very much. really kind! :) I have that steinberg ur22 mk2... but I dont know if that is good. The Headphone output Ohm is really bad for high quality headphones :(
There's no exact dimensions to go by. It depends not only on the size, but the shape of the room, (squared, rectangular) and also on what's in the room. Low frequencies, which can be provided by larger woofers will need some more space for the sound waves to propagate properly. If you put a very large monitor inside a very small room you will often end up with a muddy sound, so smaller monitors will be recommended in that case. A small room will typically be a small bedroom with one window, with just enough space for the bed, a closet and a small desk.
@@accentontheoff A squared room is not ideal. Rectangular rooms are more ideal. Glass in particular is very reflective, so if you have large windows then I would recommend using some heavy curtains to try and dampen the sound a little bit. It will still reflect, but you can't really cover up the windows with acoustic foam either :)
Since some people are asking hs8 vs t7v. And you claim that t7v has a better mid to high range in clarity. While hs 8 has a stronger low end. This seems to due to the 7 inches woofer size of the t7v. Thus, I supposed that to get a better lower end, I might better getting a subwoofer for the t7v?? And one more thing, some people claim that they realized some hissing from t7v (white noise). Did you experience this? Thank you for your reply in advanced.
Hi, Yes the 7" woofer will provide a "clearer" mid range than an 8" woofer in general, but it's not just that. It's the high end as well. The high end on the T7V is really impressive, too. It has perhaps the most impressive clarity I've heard from any entry level monitor. The HS8 which uses a standard dome tweeter does not sound bad by any means, but after using the T7V's for a while, I definitely felt like the high end from the HS8 was a little bit of a downgrade when it comes to mid and highs. The T7V's does not have poor low end by any means. If you compare it to most 5" monitors then it's night and day. They go much lower and provide enough low end for most people. If you go for 5" speakers then a subwoofer will be needed in order to hear anything below 50-60 hz. However, with the T7V's I think you'll be able to manage without a subwoofer, since they go quite a bit lower than most 5" speakers. They don't go quite as los as the HS8, but low enough I'd say. If you want to use subwoofer as well then by all means. But keep in mind that a subwoofer is not something you typically want to use while mixing. I find that it can be a good tool to use to check the low end of your mix, but if you use it at all times then it's very easy to get a thin mix in the end. It can be tempting to go for the most powerful one you can find, but if you have a small or medium sized room then a 8" subfoower will be a better choice, or else you'll just muddy up the mix. Here's a few good subwoofers for studio use: Yamaha HS8S: amzn.to/2pBxawd PreSonus Temblor T10: amzn.to/2BmikMU Adam Audio Sub8: amzn.to/2pxn9jX JBL LSR310S: amzn.to/31lEAkE KRK 10S2 V2: amzn.to/33H2XdX Mackie MR10S Mk3: amzn.to/31qNX2o Samson MediaOne 10S: amzn.to/35Nq7Bi
At the end of the video you said you mixed orchestra music. I'm sure most of your viewers are Rap/EDM Producers but I would love some tips on mixing orchestra music! Good videos are hard to come by.
I try to make videos that are relevant regardless of genre, but I might just make some orchestral stuff eventually. It's something I've been wanting to do for a while. :)
I’m trying to eliminate AM radio signal. I’m connecting a computer to a sound board via 3.5mm audio cable. I’ve tried ferrite clips on every near by cable. Nothing is working
If the small room (6.5ft - 10.5ft) is acoustically treated properly...! Can i use 8 inch monitor for that extra low end response...? Your reply means a lot... Thank you
Hi, that's a fairly small room indeed. This will depend a bit on what's most important to you, accurate monitoring or low-end response. It's hard to produce bass-heavy music when you can't hear the low-end well. Adding a subwoofer introduces many of the same problems with regard to room size, so that's not a solution either. The problem with smaller rooms is that the sound waves bounce around more. The low-end, with longer wavelengths doesn't really have the space to propagate properly, so you'll get a very inaccurate sound. However, mixing bass heavy music without low-end extension can be just as bad so it depends a bit on what you need. Check out my review of the Adam Audio T8V's here: th-cam.com/video/dyYmwSmifHc/w-d-xo.html Also, if you have a small room then Sonarworks reference 4 might help correct some of your issues. If you go for 8" monitors in a small room then I would definitely consider reference 4. it can correct for various room issues. I have a video about it here: th-cam.com/video/BhBlTJVx3zU/w-d-xo.html
@@FireWalkMusic thanks a lot your valuable time... T7v may be the better choice for me... If I can go for 8 inch which one should I prefer HS8 vs T8v as per my room condition...?
Great video! Since i saw you responding even after a year i gotta ask... Which one would you recommend for a bedroom 3ish/4ish m (16 m^2), T5V or T7V? I would like to use them both to produce and casual listening. I also have ATH-M50x's so i could use them for low freq. I'm getting really confused from all of the "expert" opinions around but you say what you feel and hear and that is what i prefer. Thanks.
@@FireWalkMusic Can you tell me why? Is it better value for the money? I make EDM ,so i need best quality sounding monitor possible in that price range
Indeed. It might not sound like much, but that's actually a whole tone difference (two semitones). Like being able to go from G down to F, which can make a huge difference. :)
FireWalk indeed that can be significant if your music lives in the low end. I’m thinking of getting the 10s sub, in which case it won’t matter if it’s a 5 or a 7 because the sub is handling everything below 120 or 80 depending on x over selection. The music I do isn’t that bass heavy. It’s nice having the option of turning on a sub when needed. The bi amped monitors I was using would heat up the room too much after hours of operation. I went with the 5 series for less power draw. I know it’s a dumb way to select monitors, but being locked in a room with hot monitors isn’t fun. Happy music making !
I assume you mean the T8V? I'm going to release a video review of the Adam Audio T8V very soon. The video is already done actually, I'm just waiting for them to get back in stock, since they're sold out everywhere. I've been using the T8V's for two months now and I'm very impressed. The low-end response is very similar to the Yamaha HS8's. However, the high end provides more clarity overall, so they feel more detailed.
I use the rokit krk's but I don't let the bottom end fool me I'v learned my equipment, and my room, and it's always good to mix with head phones good one's mix in mono, and you will have good mixes.
Indeed! As long as you really know you monitors well, and you know how music translates to those monitors then you're good. Remember, Avicii used to mix on headphones on a noisy plane. That's because he really knew his gear, and was still able to get the mix right. The most important thing is to listen to a lot of commercial mixes on your monitors. That way you'll get to know how commercial mixes translates to your monitors, in your room. Once you really learn how music translates to those monitors, and in that room, it will be much easier to get your own mixes sounding good. :)
ive been deciding between the two but my room isn't all that big.maybe its 15x15 is it that big of a deal if I get the t7s in a small room. also cured or uncured
Depends on what kind of music you're making and how large your room is etc. The T7V generally provide better clarity, but the HS8 provide better low-end, which is good if you make bass heavy music..
@@FireWalkMusic What would be your choice for Trance music? I know it is bass heavy as well, but it's also one of the most melodic one out there... :-) Ty so much for these beautiful videos!
@@MushroomTherapy28 for trance music I would check out the new t8v. I have a review of those here: th-cam.com/video/dyYmwSmifHc/w-d-xo.html The hs8 are also very good.
What are you considering a small or large room? The room I'll be mixing in is 14'×16' and is rectangular in shape. I'm interested in starting to learn how to mix with the T7V model for my first ever monitors.
For example Twin6 or Trio? I mean I know Focal are more expensive and different technology, but I would like to know how big is the difference. Thank you.
Hey, the best way to do it is if you have an audio interface with more than one pair of outputs. There are splitters available, which can split the cable into two, but that can often introduce noise, so If you only have one output source from the interface then I would recommend getting an external splitter box. That's what I'm using. That will allow you to easily turn the sub on and off. :)
@@FireWalkMusic Hey, sorry for the late reply. As you know, I currently own the Adam Audio T7V. I have a large room where I use them and low frequency response is great. I often set the low shelf frequency at -2dB. I just want to go a bit lower in the frequency spectrum and I’ve seen an Adam Audio active subwoofer that can accomplish for my needs. They have XLR in and out so I can route the T7V through them. But is this a good solution or may I go to buy an external splitter box to set the sub on and off? Thanks 🙏 for your kind reply. Best wishes, Emiel333
Yes and No. I actually have both and I find that the T7V has better clarity than the HS8. However, they don't have the same impact in the low end as the HS8, which I really like. If I could choose I would want the high end clarity from the T7V combined with the low end of the HS8. Of course, that's not possible, so you'll have to choose. It will depend on how large your room is, distance from the rear wall, what kind of music you produce and so on. Keep in mind that the T7v is also about half the price of the HS8 so they are definitely providing better value in that regard. If you have a small to medium sized room then the T7V might be the way to go. If you have a larger room then I would go for the HS8.
Hi, I'll be doing a review of the Yamaha HS8 next, but I've heard good things about the A7X also, so I would of course, love to do a review of those as well. :)
To be honest I'm not a huge fan of the KRK's. They seem to amplify the low end too much, which means that they are not 100% linear. I almost went for the VXT6 once, but after comparing them to other brands I just found that they were a bit too boomy for me. There's plenty of people mixing on KRK's, in fact they are extremely popular due to their stylish design and affordable price, and as long as you know a pair of monitors and how music made on those translates to other systems then you can make good music on pretty much anything. That said, I always recommend going for monitors that gives you a linear frequency response. Essentially, you want them to sound as boring as possible, and I feel like the KRK's are usually sweetening things up a little bit too much, especially in the low end. This is OK for hifi speakers but not for monitors intended for mixing. It also depends on your room. Some rooms tend to amplify bass and some tend to cancel it out, and this should also impact your choice of monitors.
I agree with the low freq, I am using the bass traps in the room to kill some frequencies, in the future I will buy for the hs8 of, or Adams. Your videos are awesome!
I can assure you that these have a very flat and linear frequency response. They don't sound anything like hifi speakers. Trust me, I know. I even used to work at a shop selling hifi speakers many years ago. The reason people have such different opinions regarding speakers has more to do with our individual hearing than the speakers themselves most of the time. We all perceive sound very differently. Our hearing is far form linear, and we all have dips (small hearing damage) here and there along the spectrum which will dictate how we perceive sound. The laurel vs Yanny phenomenon is a good example of that. Some people would clearly hear Yanny and some would hear Laurel. I even have a video about this, and you should definitely check it out: th-cam.com/video/FaDhBq598kA/w-d-xo.html Also, make sure to read the comments, and pay attention to the tests where some frequencies are reduced and some are amplified. It goes to show just how different we all perceive sound. :) I've been interested in hifi, and sound in general, as well as music production for more than 25 years, and I can safely say that these monitors are among the better ones in the entry level segment. As I said in the video, the KRK's and some others will provide more low end, and some people will always prefer more bass. The problem is that they're fooling themselves into thinking that they are better because the low end is sounding better (louder is always better). What you want is an accurate and flat representation of your mix, and that's what you're getting here.
@@FireWalkMusic Amazing, I stand and applause you for the dedication to such an elaborate and really caring answer. Thanks for the info brother, im definitely gonna check on these. I was in doubt between the hs7's, the Alpha's 50 or these... But I think I'm gonna prefer these ones, thank you again, keep rokin' bro !
They are good all round monitors too. It's a relatively new brand so they don't have as much experience as some of the other ones yet. I haven't tested them myself but from what I've been reading they are supposed to sound good, all though some reviewers point out that they have a limited bass (low end) extension.
@@FireWalkMusic their makers are from JBL bruh... you can't say they don't have as much experience as others... but their hiss is a common deal breaker
@@DarkPa1adin Well that can quickly become a problem. I haven't heard about those hiss issues, but if that's true then there's nothing more irritating than that. Especially when it comes to the high end you need to be able to listen to it on low volume, and still be able to hear things clearly. If there's hiss then you can't do that. :\
That depends. Headphones is a bit tricky because it's not just about how they sound. Besides sound quality, comfort is also very important. If you are mainly producing on headphones then you'll have to find some that is sitting well on your ears, which is not too heavy and which remains comfortable even after hours of working. Everyone will have different opinions here, and it usually boils down to comfort in most cases. Also, note that there's a difference between open and closed headphones. Closed headphones should be reserved for recording (vocals etc). For mixing you'll want to use open headphones.
@@FireWalkMusic I Think He Means WHICH HEADPHONES Can He Get But For A Good Price. I Think The Beyerdynamic DT770s're Great Especially For Mixing. But They'll Need A Separate Headphone Amp To Fully Take Advantage Of Them 🙂
@@Dgames2025 If You Can, Invest In Studio Monitors. & If You're Serious Enough About Mixing Then Get The #Yamahas, #JBLs Or The #Focals As I've Used These Before. The #Focals're A Bit More Expensive Compared To The 2 Though 🙂
i got a used pair mint for 300 and i disagree that you cannot mix on hi fi speakers ....look at the ns10 and set your 7's to 0 and put some aurlex foam in the hole
It is possible, but not recommended. In theory, you can mix on just about anything. Even a cheap pair of earbuds can be used. The trick is to know that particular piece of equipment inside out. Once you know exactly how commercial music translates to those speakers or earbuds (or whatever it is), it will be possible to mix on them and get decent sounding mixes. However, it's not ideal. HIFI equipment will always color the sound, and you won't hear a 100% true representation of your mix. Some parts of the spectrum will be boosted, other parts will be reduced. This can in turn cause you to make the wrong mixing decisions, because you're adjusting the sound based on how it sounds on those speakers. When played on other speakers later on, the low end for example might sound too loud. I always recommend using studio monitors or studio headphones for this reason. All that said, if you know your speakers really well and how other commercial music tend to sound on them, you can compensate for this and still get good mixes. :)
hmm your review is like the inverse of my thoughts on these speakers which is interesting. these speakers seem boomy and undefined in the low-end and the mid-range is lacking openess. I guess we all hear different things maybe? to me the yamaha hs8 spank these.
Sound is indeed perceived very differently, which is why some people prefer one kind of monitor, or headphone, and others prefer something else. I don't find the T7V's boomy, in fact I think they could have had a little bit more power and offer slightly more low-end in general. It's really the only minor complaint I have with these. That said, it's a 7" woofer so it won't be able to compare with an 8". The HS8 do provide far better low-end extention and more power, so they feel more controlled in the bottom-end. If you have a medium or large sized room then I would probably go for the HS8, or the new T8V's from Adam Audio which I am currently using. I can't seem to make up my mind when it comes to the T8V or the HS8. They seem to be very well matched. Check out my HS8 Review here: th-cam.com/video/9j5rxK0y4i8/w-d-xo.html
До сих пор пишу без мониторов. А в студии конечно стоят Adam. Для транс музыки крайне не подходят, а вот для дабстеп и драм н бейс, отличные. Вообще все это маркетинг и дело вкуса на самом то деле))).
I make mostly trance music myself and I find that the ADM Audio T7V's are good all round monitors. They provide a very flat and accurate representation of your mix, regardless of genre. They don't go as low as the HS8, which is larger, but the higher mids and the high end is exceptionally clear, making it very easy to mix things that would usually require headphones for fine tuning. At the end of the day it's a matter of personal preference. Some prefer clarity and some prefer low end. In terms of woofers, there will always be a trade off there. Also, keep in mind that everyone has different hearing. People don't hear the same thing. The Yanny vs Laurel thing is a good example of that, where some would say they clearly hear laurel, and some insist they are hearing yanny. It's because everyone have a different sensitivity curve through their hearing spectrum, and this will also impact how they perceive different sounds, and monitors as well.. :)
I went with the T5'vs and a dedicated smaller sub from Kali Audio - the W6-2 - going to put that sucker right on my desk!! Games/music/movies... should be enough! - I am coming from some failing amp M-Audio M3-6's that I actually really enjoyed the sound on - but - made in china amps = if you get your five years that's that it seems... We REALLY need end user serviceable or replaceable amps - especially if they're the warmer running A/B style... All these corporations go on and on and on about "sustainability" - yet - they're forcing people to throw away/buy new - and NOBODY will talk about it because "I don't want to lose my job" or my "sponsors" or my "audience" Funny huh?! I love that corporations are composed of people - and - can do whatever they want - but if an individual eats a ribeye steak = "how dare you!" - Isn't that funny? So what if we have a group of ribeye steak eaters as a corporation? Then is that okay? ;-) I kid I kid!! Thanks for the clear/objective review.... After the T5v's I have my heart set on some dedicated 3-way design as I'm a sucker for older recordings with quality vocals that are lacking in todays auto tune nightmare hell gondola of "music" Also: While some might not be SVS fans - they do offer an upgrade program and transferable warranties - something that if we're all going to be gaslighted with constant Sustainability guilt trips - then - other audio/consumer electronics companies should consider the same idea - even those pesky youtube moderators would agree? ;-) ( They're like: "...Ffff I agree with him, and I don't want to agree but I do...) hahahaaa.... don't piss off the menlo park mafia!!
hello firewalk fam i would like you to do a tutorial on cakewalk by bandlab your vids help me on fl studio i hope it can do the same on the cakewalk daw thanks
Hey, glad to hear that you have found some of the videos helpful. This channel is first and foremost dedicated to FL Studio and general music production tutorials such as mixing etc. I don't think we'll be doing any videos specifically about other daws on this channel any time soon unfortunately. We have many more videos planned about mixing and mastering though, so if you stay around then hopefully you'll find those useful as well. :)
Having it on the back improves sound by reducing unwanted port noise. The down side is that it's not ideal to place them too close to the wall or in a corner. That said, you should not do that with any monitor, really. :)
You know, it's a bit weird how the NS series became so iconic, because they were never particularly flat to begin with, even for it's time. I think most people just liked how they sounded. 😄 The new HS series on the other hand has a very flat frequency response, and all though it's "supposedly" based on the NS series they are nothing alike. It's just a marketing ploy to try and get some help from an old icon. The HS series is a completely different beast. Anyways, generally, when hunting for studio monitors you want to go for the one that sounds the most boring. 😄
What? Did you play too loud? Generally, a ribbon tweeter is considered to be easier on the ears vs a dome tweeter, especially for listening for long periods of time.
@@FireWalkMusic The first day was great, the next day my ears started hurting. I did try burning them in and that did not help. I kept the DB nob at the back below zero. I think they are too bright for my hearing and after listening to them long enough they start hurting my ears. Used EQ software to reduce the high frequencies and that has helped. I don’t think I should have to EQ my speakers to make them sound good they should sound good out of the box.
or you take a bit more of Money, and buy a Pair of Adams Ax7 :) ...Before i had the Krk R6 G3 ... Terrible just Terrible ...Annoying Auto Of / Standby Shit at quite low Volumes, totally Disbalance at the Volume knobs as hell ...One is louder than the Other one ... and Last but not least... They blow up the Low end !! NOOO MOOOOORE KRK !!!!!! So if you wanna Good Lifetime Monitors ..Take Adam or better KS Digital !!!
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Great video, I am an adam audio t7v owner and was really blown away by the sound of these speakers with such a small price tag. Using an rme babyface pro fs for an interface and these with the complimentary t10s sub and decent cables have really upped my engineering game. Thumbs up for anybody considering purchasing these speakers.
Thanks for sharing!
Could you please make a video on the general philosophy of applying:
- Saturation (and distortion)
- Compression
- Songwriting
- Workflow
- Stereo Imaging
- Mastering (what LUFS, RMS, and all that jargon means)
in the same fashion that you made your "How to Mix" series?
When you teach, it's STRATEGIES, not just random tips. This is why I appreciate your channel so much. Thank you, sir.
Yes, these things are planned. :)
@@FireWalkMusic awesome! :D
Great review, thanks! I finally chose the T5V. My room is not that big and I already own a subwoofer which I turn on from time to time to check that the very low end is not overwhelming. Personally, I feel that the detail in the mid range and high end is very important for vocals and most instruments. To avoid muddy mixes, I usually have a low cut filter at 150 Hz for everything except bass (guitar or synth) and drums; in other words, most instruments "live" in a frequency range that a 5 inch speaker can easily handle. Anyway, that was my logic behind my choice. There are no perfect speakers, so compromises are always required.
Thanks! :) Sounds like a good approach. Personally I EQ based on what else is on the mix, and how much is in the mix. Some times, if there's very few elements and you have a guitar or a piano for example, then you'd want to leave almost all the low end in there, to make it sound natural. I only cut if I really have to in order to make room for other elements in the mix. I typically also use automation to make sure that I might get more low end from elements in the breakdown for example, where there's very few elements, and then once the drop kicks in I cut more of the low end to make room. Every mix is different and there's no magic setting that works every time with regard to EQ. A subwoofer will definitely help you hear what's going on in the low end, and can be a good tool to control the low end. Most 5" woofers can't reproduce anything below 50-60 hz anyways, so you'd be blind to what's going on there without a subwoofer.: )
Anyone else think he sounds like the narrator to how it's made? Gah, brings back happy memories
Thanks for the review! Lot of questions answered, going to buy a pair.
You're welcome
we had T7v in our studio. They sounded great and clear. They just had a little hiss which was annoying. But when the music played you didn't care about the hiss anymore
There shouldn't be any hiss. Usually, when there's hiss or noise, it's because of electrical interference from the computer and such, and in some cases even due to ground loop issues. It's important to use good quality balanced XLR cables, and make sure that you keep them away from power lines and such as much as possible. Keeping the monitor itself near a screen or something can in some cases also interfere with the electronics inside, causing hiss or noise.
If you rule out any of these reasons and the noise is still there, then it's probably a fault with the monitor itself, in which case it should be replaced under warranty. :)
I have the same problem with annoying hiss
I've been considering these myself.. I think I just made up my mind, thanks :)
I can safely recommend these. Definitely among the best ones in this price range.
Another great video.
My M-Audio BX8-D3 monitors are outstanding as well, for what are essentially entry-level speakers (£250/$307 a pair). Would highly recommend them as an alternative.
thanks for the review. looking at buying these in the next month. also your music sounds cool. i'll be sure to check some out on your channel
thank you for unboxing and explaining how I will always need XLR cables. I'm new to this and this is incredibly helpful information :)
You're welcome. Many people use standard phone (TRS) cables since they are generally cheaper and more easily available. However, they usually pick up a lot of noise from your computer etc, while balanced XLR cables don't. :)
Again! Haha. More much needed information. Thank you! I'll keep this in mind always 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿😊
I bought T5V before one week, its little weard sound because i use other monitors before pioneer sddj50x, but its AWESOME studio monitors :D
It takes some time to get used to a new monitor. I actually have some SDDJ50 here as well. All though they are branded as being for Dj's, it's really a good reference monitor considering the price. I actually used them for quite some time, and found them to be quite accurate. Not as good as the T series from Adam Audio though, but more than good enough for mixing compared to other budget monitors. :)
Everyone talkin about the speakers ,look at the studio bois
The t7v will be my first studio monitors
Good choice. I believe these are among the best entry level monitors out there.
if you have the money check the new t8v out they just brought them out they crazy
@@JaZnXXVI thanks I will!
The T5v are better, I know that don't make much sense but there some reviews about that. For monitoring i think the jbl lsr are much better .the T7v have great high mids an top but they don't have a nice mid range when I did the measure in frequency response of my Pair was really shocking.
NIce. I mix on HS8's with a tremblor 10 sub (electronic n trip hop music) and A3X's (for a mids check) and sometimes jump to eris 3.5's just to get that smartphone/tablet check on the sound. Figure since these were all affordable (together not even the cost of one barefoot or ATC monitor) might as well have options! We live in spoiled times for monitors.
good video.
Very useful video! One day I'll invest in monitors and I'll be coming right back to this video.
Thanks, glad you found it useful. I definitely recommend getting a pair of studio monitors for mixing. It will make it much easier to get your mixes sounding good, especially compared to headphones which a lot of people, and especially beginners tend to start out with. Headphones has a lot of issues which can make mixing more difficult, so if you're a beginner then monitors will make life a lot easier for you.
@@FireWalkMusic I may do that once I graduate college. With a desktop, three monitors (plus a TV), and a bunch of other stuff for my home studio, I don't need to have anything else to move into and out o my dorm every semester haha!
3:57 but how close is too close?
Generally you would have to push it right into the wall in order for it to cause severe problems. However, that's not really possible because there will always be cables sticking out, preventing you from doing that. If you keep it 20-30 Centimeters away from the wall then that should generally be good enough. Ideally, I would try to aim for 50 Centimeters, but that's not always possible.
@@FireWalkMusic Thanks
Hello, I need your advice, we are opening a studio in the school where students will be able to play and record songs. It's mostly rock music. The size of the room is about 42 m2. I am choosing between Adam t7v and t8v. What would be your recommendation?
Thank you.
For a room that size, you should go for the more powerful T8V.
I got the T5V since a year now and they are really good monitors for a reasonable and fair price IMO. I was listening to them at Thomann and in comparison to the Rokit and Yamaha Series (which are also quite often used), they sound a little bit more neutral. You can go for them without any doubt, especially in smaller rooms.
They are indeed very neutral, and that's the most important thing. When you listen to them for the first time, especially if you compare them to rokits, then your first impression might be that they sound a bit boring in comparison, but that's a good thing. That's what you should be looking for. I always find that the rokits (at least the older generations) have too much power in the low end. The T5V and T7V has a more linear curve, especially in the low end.
It can be tempting to go for the monitor that makes the music sound better. But that usually means that it's not 100% neutral, just like hifi speakers. When shopping for studio monitors for mixing you want a monitor that sound kind of boring essentially. It should not be artificially amplifying any part of the spectrum. :)
guys, listen to this man, he surely knows what he is talking about.
cool vid again! i would like to see comparing cheap and expensive interfaces and how it matters which one to choose
You're welcome. When it comes to interfaces the main difference boils down to inputs and outputs, preamps and things like that. The actual interface doesn't have anything to do with sound quality, because everything is happening inside the computer, digitally. When you render out the project the quality will be exactly the same regardless of the interface.
Now, there are some differences in terms of noise etc, but this is usually not detectable by humans, and only affects playback when mixing. Also, the various interfaces usually comes with their own ASIO drivers, and some offer less latency than others, so I would go for one that has the inputs and outputs you need, and which has a low latency asio driver.
@@FireWalkMusic thank you very much. really kind! :) I have that steinberg ur22 mk2... but I dont know if that is good. The Headphone output Ohm is really bad for high quality headphones :(
i have the T5V, they are outstanding!
I think they are definitely among the best in this price range.
FireWalk
I find them perfect for making music on and a great experience when listening to music, there really quite mind blowing to say the least. 🙂
Picked up a pair new for $300... if they last 5 years I'll be thrilled
what cable brands do u prefer?
Nothing special, as long as they are balanced and have good shielding, pretty much anything will do. :)
Anyway your work is amazing as always !
Thanks :)
Fantastic video. Thanks🎶🎶👍🏻
Thanks, you're welcome :)
Sorry for posting here as well but you mentioned the 5 inch speaker for smaller rooms. Could you share what you define as a small room. Thanks!
There's no exact dimensions to go by. It depends not only on the size, but the shape of the room, (squared, rectangular) and also on what's in the room. Low frequencies, which can be provided by larger woofers will need some more space for the sound waves to propagate properly. If you put a very large monitor inside a very small room you will often end up with a muddy sound, so smaller monitors will be recommended in that case.
A small room will typically be a small bedroom with one window, with just enough space for the bed, a closet and a small desk.
@@FireWalkMusic Got it thanks. If I may pick your brain one more time, are square rooms bad. And French windows for walls? Thanks again.
@@accentontheoff A squared room is not ideal. Rectangular rooms are more ideal. Glass in particular is very reflective, so if you have large windows then I would recommend using some heavy curtains to try and dampen the sound a little bit. It will still reflect, but you can't really cover up the windows with acoustic foam either :)
@@FireWalkMusicOk that clarifies it. Thanks!
Nice tutorial as always
Thanks! :)
Since some people are asking hs8 vs t7v. And you claim that t7v has a better mid to high range in clarity.
While hs 8 has a stronger low end.
This seems to due to the 7 inches woofer size of the t7v. Thus, I supposed that to get a better lower end, I might better getting a subwoofer for the t7v??
And one more thing, some people claim that they realized some hissing from t7v (white noise). Did you experience this?
Thank you for your reply in advanced.
Hi, Yes the 7" woofer will provide a "clearer" mid range than an 8" woofer in general, but it's not just that. It's the high end as well. The high end on the T7V is really impressive, too. It has perhaps the most impressive clarity I've heard from any entry level monitor. The HS8 which uses a standard dome tweeter does not sound bad by any means, but after using the T7V's for a while, I definitely felt like the high end from the HS8 was a little bit of a downgrade when it comes to mid and highs.
The T7V's does not have poor low end by any means. If you compare it to most 5" monitors then it's night and day. They go much lower and provide enough low end for most people. If you go for 5" speakers then a subwoofer will be needed in order to hear anything below 50-60 hz. However, with the T7V's I think you'll be able to manage without a subwoofer, since they go quite a bit lower than most 5" speakers. They don't go quite as los as the HS8, but low enough I'd say.
If you want to use subwoofer as well then by all means. But keep in mind that a subwoofer is not something you typically want to use while mixing. I find that it can be a good tool to use to check the low end of your mix, but if you use it at all times then it's very easy to get a thin mix in the end. It can be tempting to go for the most powerful one you can find, but if you have a small or medium sized room then a 8" subfoower will be a better choice, or else you'll just muddy up the mix.
Here's a few good subwoofers for studio use:
Yamaha HS8S: amzn.to/2pBxawd
PreSonus Temblor T10: amzn.to/2BmikMU
Adam Audio Sub8: amzn.to/2pxn9jX
JBL LSR310S: amzn.to/31lEAkE
KRK 10S2 V2: amzn.to/33H2XdX
Mackie MR10S Mk3: amzn.to/31qNX2o
Samson MediaOne 10S: amzn.to/35Nq7Bi
Where can I listen to some of the songs you mixed on the T7v’s
Thanks! Good review!
You're welcome :)
I didn't know that the How it's made narrator was an audio guy.
:D
At the end of the video you said you mixed orchestra music. I'm sure most of your viewers are Rap/EDM Producers but I would love some tips on mixing orchestra music! Good videos are hard to come by.
I try to make videos that are relevant regardless of genre, but I might just make some orchestral stuff eventually. It's something I've been wanting to do for a while. :)
@@FireWalkMusic Well I like how thorough your videos are so if you ever get around to it I know you'll nail it and I know it'll be helpful
@@elbuhdai605 thanks! 😊
What would you consider a small room?
I'd say anything below 6-7 square meters. The shape of the room is also important. A square room is more challenging than a rectangular shaped room.
Thank you! Witch one do you recommend for a room of 9m..t5v o t7v? Thanks
Probably the t7v, assuming that 9m is the length and that it's also fairly wide.
@@FireWalkMusic sorry..3×3 square meters!?
@@lifeonastring that's fairly small. The t5v will likely be better suited for such a room.
@@FireWalkMusic ok, thank you!
I’m trying to eliminate AM radio signal. I’m connecting a computer to a sound board via 3.5mm audio cable. I’ve tried ferrite clips on every near by cable. Nothing is working
If the small room (6.5ft - 10.5ft) is acoustically treated properly...! Can i use 8 inch monitor for that extra low end response...?
Your reply means a lot... Thank you
Hi, that's a fairly small room indeed. This will depend a bit on what's most important to you, accurate monitoring or low-end response. It's hard to produce bass-heavy music when you can't hear the low-end well. Adding a subwoofer introduces many of the same problems with regard to room size, so that's not a solution either.
The problem with smaller rooms is that the sound waves bounce around more. The low-end, with longer wavelengths doesn't really have the space to propagate properly, so you'll get a very inaccurate sound. However, mixing bass heavy music without low-end extension can be just as bad so it depends a bit on what you need.
Check out my review of the Adam Audio T8V's here: th-cam.com/video/dyYmwSmifHc/w-d-xo.html
Also, if you have a small room then Sonarworks reference 4 might help correct some of your issues. If you go for 8" monitors in a small room then I would definitely consider reference 4. it can correct for various room issues. I have a video about it here: th-cam.com/video/BhBlTJVx3zU/w-d-xo.html
@@FireWalkMusic thanks a lot your valuable time... T7v may be the better choice for me...
If I can go for 8 inch which one should I prefer HS8 vs T8v as per my room condition...?
Great video! Since i saw you responding even after a year i gotta ask... Which one would you recommend for a bedroom 3ish/4ish m (16 m^2), T5V or T7V? I would like to use them both to produce and casual listening. I also have ATH-M50x's so i could use them for low freq. I'm getting really confused from all of the "expert" opinions around but you say what you feel and hear and that is what i prefer. Thanks.
I think I would try to go with the T7V :)
@@FireWalkMusic Thanks a lot!
ADAM T7V OR KALI LP-6 for making EDM ? Which one is best value for the money? I would really appreciate your honesty ,thanks
They are both good, but personally I would go for the T7V.
@@FireWalkMusic Can you tell me why? Is it better value for the money? I make EDM ,so i need best quality sounding monitor possible in that price range
Something to think about is that it's only a 6Hz difference in bass response between the 5 and 7 models.
Indeed. It might not sound like much, but that's actually a whole tone difference (two semitones). Like being able to go from G down to F, which can make a huge difference. :)
FireWalk indeed that can be significant if your music lives in the low end. I’m thinking of getting the 10s sub, in which case it won’t matter if it’s a 5 or a 7 because the sub is handling everything below 120 or 80 depending on x over selection. The music I do isn’t that bass heavy. It’s nice having the option of turning on a sub when needed. The bi amped monitors I was using would heat up the room too much after hours of operation. I went with the 5 series for less power draw. I know it’s a dumb way to select monitors, but being locked in a room with hot monitors isn’t fun. Happy music making !
I heard the 5s sound better than the 7s. But for mixing the 7s might be better m. Any thoughts?
Manuel Matos get the sub and the 5’s. I’ve heard the same.
Hey man I'm heavily torn between the Kali LP-8's for $200 ea or the Adam TV8 for 300 ea. Worth the 100 in price or no?
I assume you mean the T8V? I'm going to release a video review of the Adam Audio T8V very soon. The video is already done actually, I'm just waiting for them to get back in stock, since they're sold out everywhere.
I've been using the T8V's for two months now and I'm very impressed. The low-end response is very similar to the Yamaha HS8's. However, the high end provides more clarity overall, so they feel more detailed.
@@FireWalkMusic Awesome, thank you bro! I will be going with the T8V's.
I use the rokit krk's but I don't let the bottom end fool me I'v learned my equipment, and my room, and it's always good to mix with head phones good one's mix in mono, and you will have good mixes.
Indeed! As long as you really know you monitors well, and you know how music translates to those monitors then you're good. Remember, Avicii used to mix on headphones on a noisy plane. That's because he really knew his gear, and was still able to get the mix right. The most important thing is to listen to a lot of commercial mixes on your monitors. That way you'll get to know how commercial mixes translates to your monitors, in your room. Once you really learn how music translates to those monitors, and in that room, it will be much easier to get your own mixes sounding good. :)
ive been deciding between the two but my room isn't all that big.maybe its 15x15 is it that big of a deal if I get the t7s in a small room. also cured or uncured
The T7v will work well in most rooms. Even fairly small rooms, as long as you don't put it right next to the rear wall
Which one should I buy ? Adam audio t7v or Yamaha hs-8 ?
Depends on what kind of music you're making and how large your room is etc. The T7V generally provide better clarity, but the HS8 provide better low-end, which is good if you make bass heavy music..
@@FireWalkMusic I think I should get Yamaha hs-8 ... It's an all rounder
@@FireWalkMusic What would be your choice for Trance music? I know it is bass heavy as well, but it's also one of the most melodic one out there... :-) Ty so much for these beautiful videos!
@@MushroomTherapy28 for trance music I would check out the new t8v. I have a review of those here: th-cam.com/video/dyYmwSmifHc/w-d-xo.html
The hs8 are also very good.
@@FireWalkMusic Thanks for the tip, subscribed to the channel! :-)
Any recommendation on a dac for the T7V that I can plug into a usb on my motherboard?
I recommend using a dedicated external audio interface, such as the scarlett solo for example: amzn.to/3759yS3
What are you considering a small or large room? The room I'll be mixing in is 14'×16' and is rectangular in shape. I'm interested in starting to learn how to mix with the T7V model for my first ever monitors.
The T7V will work well in both small and medium sized rooms in my experience.
@@FireWalkMusic so you would consider a room the size I mentioned medium? THANK YOU for the info!!!!!
06:23
How would you compare them with Focal? :)
That depends, which one?
For example Twin6 or Trio? I mean I know Focal are more expensive and different technology, but I would like to know how big is the difference. Thank you.
Great review! I want to hook up an active subwoofer with my monitors. How can I do this?
Hey, the best way to do it is if you have an audio interface with more than one pair of outputs. There are splitters available, which can split the cable into two, but that can often introduce noise, so If you only have one output source from the interface then I would recommend getting an external splitter box. That's what I'm using. That will allow you to easily turn the sub on and off. :)
@@FireWalkMusic Hey, sorry for the late reply. As you know, I currently own the Adam Audio T7V. I have a large room where I use them and low frequency response is great. I often set the low shelf frequency at -2dB. I just want to go a bit lower in the frequency spectrum and I’ve seen an Adam Audio active subwoofer that can accomplish for my needs. They have XLR in and out so I can route the T7V through them. But is this a good solution or may I go to buy an external splitter box to set the sub on and off? Thanks 🙏 for your kind reply. Best wishes, Emiel333
@@emiel333 hi, there should be no problem routing it through the subwoofer. :)
Why not get the T8V??!!
Better than Yamaha HS8?
Yes and No. I actually have both and I find that the T7V has better clarity than the HS8. However, they don't have the same impact in the low end as the HS8, which I really like. If I could choose I would want the high end clarity from the T7V combined with the low end of the HS8. Of course, that's not possible, so you'll have to choose. It will depend on how large your room is, distance from the rear wall, what kind of music you produce and so on. Keep in mind that the T7v is also about half the price of the HS8 so they are definitely providing better value in that regard.
If you have a small to medium sized room then the T7V might be the way to go. If you have a larger room then I would go for the HS8.
hope you can ask Adam Audio to review A7X :)
Hi, I'll be doing a review of the Yamaha HS8 next, but I've heard good things about the A7X also, so I would of course, love to do a review of those as well. :)
@@FireWalkMusic I'll be watching it when you release!
what is your opinion about krk 6?
To be honest I'm not a huge fan of the KRK's. They seem to amplify the low end too much, which means that they are not 100% linear. I almost went for the VXT6 once, but after comparing them to other brands I just found that they were a bit too boomy for me. There's plenty of people mixing on KRK's, in fact they are extremely popular due to their stylish design and affordable price, and as long as you know a pair of monitors and how music made on those translates to other systems then you can make good music on pretty much anything. That said, I always recommend going for monitors that gives you a linear frequency response. Essentially, you want them to sound as boring as possible, and I feel like the KRK's are usually sweetening things up a little bit too much, especially in the low end. This is OK for hifi speakers but not for monitors intended for mixing. It also depends on your room. Some rooms tend to amplify bass and some tend to cancel it out, and this should also impact your choice of monitors.
I agree with the low freq, I am using the bass traps in the room to kill some frequencies, in the future I will buy for the hs8 of, or Adams. Your videos are awesome!
Are they good for EDM?
Yes, these are excellent all round monitors
Some reviews said that these speakers sound 'Hi FI' and some others says they're really good godammit
I can assure you that these have a very flat and linear frequency response. They don't sound anything like hifi speakers. Trust me, I know. I even used to work at a shop selling hifi speakers many years ago. The reason people have such different opinions regarding speakers has more to do with our individual hearing than the speakers themselves most of the time. We all perceive sound very differently. Our hearing is far form linear, and we all have dips (small hearing damage) here and there along the spectrum which will dictate how we perceive sound.
The laurel vs Yanny phenomenon is a good example of that. Some people would clearly hear Yanny and some would hear Laurel.
I even have a video about this, and you should definitely check it out: th-cam.com/video/FaDhBq598kA/w-d-xo.html
Also, make sure to read the comments, and pay attention to the tests where some frequencies are reduced and some are amplified. It goes to show just how different we all perceive sound. :)
I've been interested in hifi, and sound in general, as well as music production for more than 25 years, and I can safely say that these monitors are among the better ones in the entry level segment.
As I said in the video, the KRK's and some others will provide more low end, and some people will always prefer more bass. The problem is that they're fooling themselves into thinking that they are better because the low end is sounding better (louder is always better). What you want is an accurate and flat representation of your mix, and that's what you're getting here.
@@FireWalkMusic Amazing, I stand and applause you for the dedication to such an elaborate and really caring answer. Thanks for the info brother, im definitely gonna check on these. I was in doubt between the hs7's, the Alpha's 50 or these... But I think I'm gonna prefer these ones, thank you again, keep rokin' bro !
hi what do you think about the Kali Audio LP-6 Studio Monitor - 6.5" inch????????
They are good all round monitors too. It's a relatively new brand so they don't have as much experience as some of the other ones yet. I haven't tested them myself but from what I've been reading they are supposed to sound good, all though some reviewers point out that they have a limited bass (low end) extension.
@@FireWalkMusic thanks man
@@FireWalkMusic their makers are from JBL bruh... you can't say they don't have as much experience as others... but their hiss is a common deal breaker
@@DarkPa1adin Well that can quickly become a problem. I haven't heard about those hiss issues, but if that's true then there's nothing more irritating than that. Especially when it comes to the high end you need to be able to listen to it on low volume, and still be able to hear things clearly. If there's hiss then you can't do that. :\
what's the song at 5:20?
Hi, it's a trance track I'm working on :)
I agree!!!
Glad to hear it :)
Whats the best headphones that i can get in a low budget ? :p
That depends. Headphones is a bit tricky because it's not just about how they sound. Besides sound quality, comfort is also very important. If you are mainly producing on headphones then you'll have to find some that is sitting well on your ears, which is not too heavy and which remains comfortable even after hours of working. Everyone will have different opinions here, and it usually boils down to comfort in most cases.
Also, note that there's a difference between open and closed headphones. Closed headphones should be reserved for recording (vocals etc). For mixing you'll want to use open headphones.
Thanks a lot. I really apprectiate your help. You the best :)
@@Dgames2025 you're welcome 😊
@@FireWalkMusic I Think He Means WHICH HEADPHONES Can He Get But For A Good Price.
I Think The Beyerdynamic DT770s're Great Especially For Mixing. But They'll Need A Separate Headphone Amp To Fully Take Advantage Of Them 🙂
@@Dgames2025 If You Can, Invest In Studio Monitors. & If You're Serious Enough About Mixing Then Get The #Yamahas, #JBLs Or The #Focals As I've Used These Before. The #Focals're A Bit More Expensive Compared To The 2 Though 🙂
i got a used pair mint for 300 and i disagree that you cannot mix on hi fi speakers ....look at the ns10 and set your 7's to 0 and put some aurlex foam in the hole
It is possible, but not recommended. In theory, you can mix on just about anything. Even a cheap pair of earbuds can be used. The trick is to know that particular piece of equipment inside out. Once you know exactly how commercial music translates to those speakers or earbuds (or whatever it is), it will be possible to mix on them and get decent sounding mixes. However, it's not ideal. HIFI equipment will always color the sound, and you won't hear a 100% true representation of your mix. Some parts of the spectrum will be boosted, other parts will be reduced. This can in turn cause you to make the wrong mixing decisions, because you're adjusting the sound based on how it sounds on those speakers. When played on other speakers later on, the low end for example might sound too loud.
I always recommend using studio monitors or studio headphones for this reason.
All that said, if you know your speakers really well and how other commercial music tend to sound on them, you can compensate for this and still get good mixes. :)
hmm your review is like the inverse of my thoughts on these speakers which is interesting. these speakers seem boomy and undefined in the low-end and the mid-range is lacking openess. I guess we all hear different things maybe? to me the yamaha hs8 spank these.
Sound is indeed perceived very differently, which is why some people prefer one kind of monitor, or headphone, and others prefer something else.
I don't find the T7V's boomy, in fact I think they could have had a little bit more power and offer slightly more low-end in general. It's really the only minor complaint I have with these. That said, it's a 7" woofer so it won't be able to compare with an 8". The HS8 do provide far better low-end extention and more power, so they feel more controlled in the bottom-end. If you have a medium or large sized room then I would probably go for the HS8, or the new T8V's from Adam Audio which I am currently using. I can't seem to make up my mind when it comes to the T8V or the HS8. They seem to be very well matched.
Check out my HS8 Review here: th-cam.com/video/9j5rxK0y4i8/w-d-xo.html
До сих пор пишу без мониторов. А в студии конечно стоят Adam. Для транс музыки крайне не подходят, а вот для дабстеп и драм н бейс, отличные. Вообще все это маркетинг и дело вкуса на самом то деле))).
I make mostly trance music myself and I find that the ADM Audio T7V's are good all round monitors. They provide a very flat and accurate representation of your mix, regardless of genre. They don't go as low as the HS8, which is larger, but the higher mids and the high end is exceptionally clear, making it very easy to mix things that would usually require headphones for fine tuning. At the end of the day it's a matter of personal preference. Some prefer clarity and some prefer low end. In terms of woofers, there will always be a trade off there. Also, keep in mind that everyone has different hearing. People don't hear the same thing. The Yanny vs Laurel thing is a good example of that, where some would say they clearly hear laurel, and some insist they are hearing yanny. It's because everyone have a different sensitivity curve through their hearing spectrum, and this will also impact how they perceive different sounds, and monitors as well.. :)
хахахах вот насмешил.
Yanny vs Laurel is a trick.
@@FireWalkMusic Thank you for your detailed answer. I hope your video is not advertising monitors.
@@junkaction2416 What do you mean?
I went with the T5'vs and a dedicated smaller sub from Kali Audio - the W6-2 - going to put that sucker right on my desk!! Games/music/movies... should be enough! - I am coming from some failing amp M-Audio M3-6's that I actually really enjoyed the sound on - but - made in china amps = if you get your five years that's that it seems...
We REALLY need end user serviceable or replaceable amps - especially if they're the warmer running A/B style... All these corporations go on and on and on about "sustainability" - yet - they're forcing people to throw away/buy new - and NOBODY will talk about it because "I don't want to lose my job" or my "sponsors" or my "audience" Funny huh?! I love that corporations are composed of people - and - can do whatever they want - but if an individual eats a ribeye steak = "how dare you!" - Isn't that funny? So what if we have a group of ribeye steak eaters as a corporation? Then is that okay? ;-) I kid I kid!! Thanks for the clear/objective review.... After the T5v's I have my heart set on some dedicated 3-way design as I'm a sucker for older recordings with quality vocals that are lacking in todays auto tune nightmare hell gondola of "music"
Also: While some might not be SVS fans - they do offer an upgrade program and transferable warranties - something that if we're all going to be gaslighted with constant Sustainability guilt trips - then - other audio/consumer electronics companies should consider the same idea - even those pesky youtube moderators would agree? ;-) ( They're like: "...Ffff I agree with him, and I don't want to agree but I do...) hahahaaa.... don't piss off the menlo park mafia!!
hello firewalk fam i would like you to do a tutorial on cakewalk by bandlab your vids help me on fl studio i hope it can do the same on the cakewalk daw thanks
Hey, glad to hear that you have found some of the videos helpful. This channel is first and foremost dedicated to FL Studio and general music production tutorials such as mixing etc. I don't think we'll be doing any videos specifically about other daws on this channel any time soon unfortunately. We have many more videos planned about mixing and mastering though, so if you stay around then hopefully you'll find those useful as well. :)
@@FireWalkMusic thank for the reply and im always going to watch the vids
The salesman pitch is far superior than u art twitter
Anyone in the comments know how these compare to the JBL LSR series (what I use)?
please do rap vocal mixing and mastering tutorials
But that port at the back...
Im crying in Spanish :(
Having it on the back improves sound by reducing unwanted port noise. The down side is that it's not ideal to place them too close to the wall or in a corner. That said, you should not do that with any monitor, really. :)
I'm buying these just because they look like Darth Vader.
Don't underestinate the power of the dark side! 😎
| .....sooooo only the Yamaha NS10 get a pass in the Studio then???? 02:00 😋
You know, it's a bit weird how the NS series became so iconic, because they were never particularly flat to begin with, even for it's time. I think most people just liked how they sounded. 😄 The new HS series on the other hand has a very flat frequency response, and all though it's "supposedly" based on the NS series they are nothing alike. It's just a marketing ploy to try and get some help from an old icon. The HS series is a completely different beast.
Anyways, generally, when hunting for studio monitors you want to go for the one that sounds the most boring. 😄
Waiting For the Mastering Tutorial Video ? 🙄
It's still in planning. :)
The t5v heard my ears, now I keep hearing white noise.🤢
What? Did you play too loud? Generally, a ribbon tweeter is considered to be easier on the ears vs a dome tweeter, especially for listening for long periods of time.
@@FireWalkMusic The first day was great, the next day my ears started hurting. I did try burning them in and that did not help. I kept the DB nob at the back below zero. I think they are too bright for my hearing and after listening to them long enough they start hurting my ears. Used EQ software to reduce the high frequencies and that has helped. I don’t think I should have to EQ my speakers to make them sound good they should sound good out of the box.
or you take a bit more of Money, and buy a Pair of Adams Ax7 :) ...Before i had the Krk R6 G3 ... Terrible just Terrible ...Annoying Auto Of / Standby Shit at quite low Volumes, totally Disbalance at the Volume knobs as hell ...One is louder than the Other one ... and Last but not least... They blow up the Low end !! NOOO MOOOOORE KRK !!!!!!
So if you wanna Good Lifetime Monitors ..Take Adam or better KS Digital !!!
I am getting my Adam monitors on monday, also have KRK R6 G3 now...Cant wait
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Cat approved! ha ha
You know you're on to something when it's cat approved! 😎
Best monitors are S-90!!!!
First 😁
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