Short answer: the KRK Rokit 8 G5, if you are buying new. The KRK Rokit 8 G4 measures as well as the ADAM Audio T8V (#97 vs #94 of 119 powered bookshelf speakers) but is discontinued; its replacement, the KRK Rokit 8 G5, is rated 4.0/5 at $1,076 and is still sold new.
The case for the ADAM Audio T8V: An affordable 8 inch studio monitor with real bass depth and straightforward analog inputs. The tradeoff: The 6.31 ideal-subwoofer score and 3.0dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz show less even tonal balance than stronger budget alternatives.
The case for the KRK Rokit 8 G4: An 8 inch studio monitor with balanced inputs and room adjustment, for listeners who want more scale than a compact monitor. The tradeoff: The large cabinet requires substantial desk or stand space.
Buy the KRK Rokit 8 G5, the replacement for the discontinued KRK Rokit 8 G4; it is rated higher for sound quality than the ADAM Audio T8V.
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Specifications Side By Side
| ADAM Audio T8V | KRK Rokit 8 G4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $719.98 per pair | $500 per pair Discontinued |
| Ranked | #94 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #97 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 39.6Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 33.2Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points) | - |
| Dimensions | 15.8”H x 9.8”W x 13.2”D (401.3 x 248.9 x 335.3 mm) | 15.7”H x 10.5”W x 12.2”D (400 x 266.7 x 309.9 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 33Hz - 25kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 36Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR, RCA | TRS, XLR |
| Weight | 21.6 lbs (9.8 kg) | 23.1 lbs (10.5 kg) |
| Drivers | 8” (203mm) woofer | 8” (203mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| DSP | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 90w Per Speaker | 100w Per Speaker |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.65 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.31 | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | Yes | No |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
Watch Them Compared
Videos and reviews that test both speakers side by side.
- DSAUDIO.review: Adam Audio T8V vs KRK Rokit 8 G4 Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- Sercan Solmaz: Adam Audio T8V vs Yamaha HS8 vs KRK Rokit 8 (STUDIO SPEAKER SOUND TEST)
Where the Ratings Come From
- ADAM Audio T8V: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Audio Science Review, DSAUDIO.review and Sercan Solmaz.
- KRK Rokit 8 G4: reviews by DSAUDIO.review and Sercan Solmaz.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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