Short answer: the ADAM Audio S5V if sound quality matters most, the Meyer Sound Amie if price matters most. The ADAM Audio S5V ranks #49 of 118 powered bookshelf speakers, rated 4.4/5, at $20,599.98. The Meyer Sound Amie ranks #63, rated 4.2/5, at $8,200, $12,399.98 cheaper.
Why pick the ADAM Audio S5V: A vertical three-way main monitor with a 12” HexaCone woofer, a 4” dome/cone midrange and the S-ART folded-ribbon tweeter, driven by 1,100W. Watch for: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured two-way ADAM Audio S2V.
Why pick the Meyer Sound Amie: ASR measured a 2.1dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz and a 6.99 ideal-subwoofer score, supporting reasonably even midrange balance. The catch: Measured -3dB extension is 48.3Hz, so full-range monitoring benefits from bass support.
Buy the ADAM Audio S5V if sound quality is the priority over the price, or the Meyer Sound Amie if the price is the priority over sound quality.
Worth knowing: the ADAM Audio S5V has not been measured yet. Its rating is estimated from related models, with a likely range of 4.0 to 4.8, so treat this verdict as provisional.
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Specifications Side By Side
| ADAM Audio S5V | Meyer Sound Amie | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $20,599.98 per pair | $8,200 per pair |
| Ranked | #49 of 118 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers Estimated | #63 of 118 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Weight | 114.6 lbs (52 kg) | 24.9 lbs (11.3 kg) each |
| Dimensions | 27.5”H x 15.4”W x 20.5”D (698 x 390 x 520 mm) | 15.3H x 9W x 13.24D in |
| Drivers | 12” HexaCone woofer, 4” DCH dome/cone midrange, S-ART folded-ribbon tweeter in HPS waveguide | 1” silk dome tweeter (constant-directivity waveguide), 6.5” long-excursion cone woofer |
| Inputs | XLR analog, AES/EBU digital | XLR (balanced analog) |
| Amplifier Power | 1,100W total | 2-channel Class D, one channel per driver |
| Frequency Response | 25Hz - 50kHz (manufacturer specified) | 45Hz - 20kHz (±4dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | 128dB peak @ 1m (manufacturer specified) | 117.5-120.5dB (manufacturer specified) |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | No |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| DSP | Yes (selectable voicings, 6-band parametric EQ, delay) | - |
| Enclosure | - | 2-way active, sealed, multi-ply birch cabinet |
| Country | - | United States |
| Spinorama Preference Score | - | 4.85 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | - | 6.99 |
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The Two Speakers In Full
ADAM Audio S5V: $20,599.98 per pair Estimated B&H Photo Video eBay
Same family: the ADAM Audio S2V (smaller bookshelf, ranked higher, rated 4.6/5), the ADAM Audio S3V (smaller bookshelf, ranked higher, estimated 4.5/5), the ADAM Audio S3H (smaller bookshelf, ranked higher, estimated 4.5/5) and the ADAM Audio S5H (larger bookshelf, ranked lower, estimated 4.4/5).
Pros: A vertical three-way main monitor with a 12” HexaCone woofer, a 4” dome/cone midrange and the S-ART folded-ribbon tweeter, driven by 1,100W. ADAM specifies bass to 25Hz and 128dB peak output, enough for full-range playback at high level in a large room without a subwoofer. Like the ADAM Audio S2V it uses a handmade S-ART folded-ribbon tweeter in an HPS waveguide and DSP with selectable voicings, a 6-band parametric EQ and delay for fitting it to the room, with analog XLR and AES digital inputs.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured two-way ADAM Audio S2V. It is a very large main monitor built for soffits or heavy stands in big control rooms, which makes it impractical for most homes.
Full ADAM Audio S5V review and specifications →
| Released | 2017 (9 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | Yes |
| Amplifier Power | 1,100W total |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| DSP | Yes (selectable voicings, 6-band parametric EQ, delay) |
| Dimensions | 27.5”H x 15.4”W x 20.5”D (698 x 390 x 520 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” HexaCone woofer, 4” DCH dome/cone midrange, S-ART folded-ribbon tweeter in HPS waveguide |
| Frequency Response | 25Hz - 50kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR analog, AES/EBU digital |
| Maximum SPL | 128dB peak @ 1m (manufacturer specified) |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 114.6 lbs (52 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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Meyer Sound Amie: $8,200 per pair RSPE Audio Solutions eBay
Pros: ASR measured a 2.1dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz and a 6.99 ideal-subwoofer score, supporting reasonably even midrange balance. Its professional nearfield design is suited to a deliberately configured monitoring system.
Cons: Measured -3dB extension is 48.3Hz, so full-range monitoring benefits from bass support. The broader response and off-axis measurements are less even than the strongest competitors despite the narrow midband span. Professional installation features add cost without guaranteeing a tonal advantage.
Full Meyer Sound Amie review and specifications →
| Released | Nov 2015 (10 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 2-channel Class D, one channel per driver |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 15.3H x 9W x 13.24D in |
| Drivers | 1” silk dome tweeter (constant-directivity waveguide), 6.5” long-excursion cone woofer |
| Enclosure | 2-way active, sealed, multi-ply birch cabinet |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 20kHz (±4dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR (balanced analog) |
| Maximum SPL | 117.5-120.5dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.85 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.99 |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 24.9 lbs (11.3 kg) each |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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