ATC Loudspeakers
ATC (Acoustic Transducer Company) are a specialist British manufacturer of handcrafted speakers, renowned for their precision, musicality, and studio-grade performance. Founded in 1974 by Billy Woodman, ATC loudspeakers have earned a global reputation among audiophiles and music professionals alike. From their iconic soft dome midrange driver to their meticulously built enclosures, ATC speakers deliver an exceptional listening experience that’s as accurate in the home as it is in the studio.
Why Choose ATC Loudspeakers?
ATC loudspeakers are revered by professional engineers and discerning audiophiles for their neutral, dynamic, and highly accurate sound. Whether used in studios or at home, these handcrafted speakers deliver detail, power, and musicality in equal measure. Here’s why they’re an audiophile’s preferred choice:
Unrivalled Accuracy
ATC speakers are known for their ability to reproduce music exactly as it was recorded; revealing every detail without added colouration.
Handcrafted in Britain
All ATC loudspeakers are designed and built in the UK. From drivers to crossovers, every component is made with precision and purpose.
Studio Heritage
Trusted in top recording and mastering studios worldwide, ATC’s professional pedigree guarantees exceptional clarity and control.
Active & Passive Options
Choose from active loudspeakers with built-in amplification for optimal performance or passive models for system-building flexibility.
Low Distortion, High Musicality
ATC’s signature soft dome midrange and proprietary driver designs offer a wide dynamic range with minimal distortion. This brings live energy to every track.
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ATC - Home in the Pro Studio
Grammy-winning mix engineer Tom Elmhirst augments ATC monitoring setup at ‘home’ in Electric Lady Studios, NYC.
On mixing Skyfall by Adele - “The accuracy of the SCM50ASL Pros proved invaluable for mixing such a complex song with so much orchestration.”
ATC SCM50 SL
Passive Loudspeaker
The monitors’ ability to reproduce music and speech with phenomenal accuracy, transparency and dynamics lies mainly in the SM75-150S soft dome midrange driver.
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The SCM50 ASL (active) and SCM50 SL (passive) are designed to perform at their best in the recording studio or at home with the finest quality hi-fi equipment.
The monitors’ ability to reproduce music and speech with phenomenal accuracy, transparency and dynamics lies mainly in the SM75-150S soft dome midrange driver. However, recent modifications that include the new ATC SH25-76S tweeter and enhanced port profile have brought about further improvements to all performance parameters.
Each drive unit in the active model has its own dedicated and individually matched MOS-FET amplifier, while the 234mm/9″ bass driver incorporates ATC’s unique Super Linear Magnet technology. Our active crossover network consists of a wide band-width, electronically balanced input stage with high common mode rejection and very low distortion.
Like the HF, mid and bass drivers, all electronics are designed and manufactured in-house to create a no-compromise active system. In passive form, the SCM50 SL provides broad and symmetrical dispersion, excellent amplitude and phase characteristics throughout the frequency range.
Speakers are supplied with stands and fabric wrapped grills.
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Drivers: HF 25mm Mid 75mm LF 234mm Super Linear
Amplitude Linearity ±2dB: 70Hz – 20kHz
Frequency Response -6dB: 40Hz & 25kHz
Matched Response: ±0.5dB
Dispersion: ±80° Coherent Horizontal ±10° Coherent Vertical
Sensitivity (sine wave): 85dB @ 1W @ 1m
Max continuous SPL @1m: 112dB SPL
Crossover Frequency: 380Hz & 3.5kHz
Input Connector: Binding Posts/4mm banana plugs
Recommended Power Amplifier: 100 to 1500 Watts
Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms (5.5 ohm minimum)
Accessories Inc. (per pair): 2 x Speaker Stands (as shown), 2 x fabric wrapped grills, 8 x M8 x1.25mm stand spikes and nuts.
Cabinet Dimensions(HxWxD): 717 x 304 x 425mm / 28.23 x 11.97 x 16.73″ (stands add 250mm to height)
Weight: 41.1kg
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Standard Veneers – Cherry, Walnut, Oak & Black Ash.
Standard Paints – Satin Black, Satin White
Premium Veneers (up-charge applies) – Rosewood, European Crown Cut Walnut, Burr Walnut, Pippy Oak, Burr Magnolia, Burr Poplar.
High Gloss (up-charge applies) – Clear High Glossed Veneer, Piano Black, Piano White
The ATC Factory Tour
We were invited to visit the ATC Loudspeaker factory for a tour. We decided to use this exclusive opportunity to film the tour, and share the experience with you
Follow the production of a speaker from the initial stages all the way to its final testing, led by Ben Lilly and Richard Newman.
“….striving to make loudspeakers as near perfection in their performance as it is possible to make them.”
- Billy Woodman