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Three Way Nearfield Monitor

KH 310 A L G

High-resolution tri-amplified near-field monitor, optimized for midrange and a dry bass sound.

  • Quickest transient response of its class
  • Tremendous bass capability down to 34 Hz
  • Higher precision in the midrange through a specially designed driver
  • As a stereo system with KH 750 DSP and optional tools, controllable and alignable to the room

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Expanded midrange precision – dry bass sound

With its specially designed midrange driver, the compact KH 310 is particularly suited for precise work with speech, vocals, guitars and other instruments that have a midrange emphasis. Its closed design enables a very fast transient response. The associated low harmonic distortion guarantees a neutral reference sound to meet the highest standards.

Dealer Description

The KH 310 is a three-way tri-amplified monitor with thermally protected Class AB amplifiers (210 W and two times 90 W). Its Mathematically Modeled Dispersion™ (MMD™) waveguide delivers sound waves into the room with superior accuracy. The drivers are modeled using Neumann’s in-house developed software, which reduces non-linear distortion in every situation. Sound distributed in a horizontally precise manner ensures flexibility in the listening position; the narrower vertical dispersion reduces the negative effects of nearby reflections, for example from a desk or mixing console. The precisely controlled dispersion characteristics optimize reproduction in different room configurations and the response is extremely adaptable through various acoustical control settings.

Best working environment: Close to professional ears

The KH 310 is typically used in near-field applications such as project, music, broadcast and post-production studios for recording, mixing and mastering. It it also available as a digital input “D” version.

A solid bass foundation, high impulse fidelity

With its powerful switched-mode power supply and tri-channel amplifiers, the KH 310 realizes sound pressure of up to 116.3 dB and thereby retains a high-resolution and neutral representation across the entire frequency response. This provides sufficient energy for even the most demanding impulse dynamics with no distortion or losses. The bass goes down to an impressive 34 Hz.

The closed cabinet design means a lower group delay. This results in almost the entire frequency range being reproduced at the same time; the transient response is precisely controlled at all times.

Ultralight fabric dome optimizes midrange reproduction

The optimized design of the driver enables a pristine sound right down to the lowest bass regions. For most applications, the rich foundation offers enough bass extension to work cleanly on the mix without the necessity of a supplementary subwoofer. For demanding treble sounds, our own specially developed, powerful alloy fabric dome ensures distortion-free clarity in the high-frequency range. The fabric midrange dome captures the middle frequency range with the utmost precision. Its ultralight material and the powerful neodymium magnet enable a significantly better transient response with considerably less distortion than comparable midrange domes.

The perfect complement: The KH 750 DSP subwoofer

In addition to its outstanding acoustic properties this subwoofer offers functions for non DSP-based Neumann monitors connected (analog) to its outputs regarding the interplay with the following tools:

  • Automatic Monitor Alignment – Automatic room correction of stereo systems using the Neumann MA 1 measurement microphone (software for Mac/PC)
  • Neumann.Control – Free iPad®-App for setup, operation, and room correction of stereo systems via guided and/or manual alignment

Hundreds of good reasons from the Neumann philosophy

The KH 310 has been developed true to the Neumann philosophy for monitor loudspeakers. Every component, every shape, every signal and every wave motion is a consequence of this philosophy. No form or component is there without reason. There are hundreds of tangible reasons built into the KH 310, which all stand for exceptionally pure and neutral sound. These include, for example, curvatures of the housing that reduce edge diffraction. Also included is the pistonic output of the bass driver which does not give rise to harmonic distortions, even with the highest sound peaks. Some of these reasons are obvious in the KH 310. Others Neumann prefers to keep to itself. But together, each can be heard – sound professionals in both large and small studios all around the world can testify to this. You can read more about the Neumann philosophy for studio monitors here.

(1) In-house simulated tweeter with alloy fabric dome and robust metal grille

  • Latest modeling techniques used to minimize non-linear (harmonic and intermodulation) distortion
  • Low-distortion high frequency reproduction
  • Grille protects against mechanical damage

(2) Elliptical Mathematically Modelled Dispersion™ (MMD™) waveguide

  • Smoother off -axis response
  • More forgiving of diverse acoustical environments

Wide horizontal dispersion

  • Freedom of movement across the mixing console

Narrow vertical dispersion

  • Reduces reflections off the mixing console

(3) Two-color + dimmable Neumann logo

  • Displays operation status and activation of the extensive protection system
  • Dimmable for low lighting level conditions or behind the screen applications

(4) In-house simulated, neodymium magnet, fabric dome, midrange driver with optimized low stray magnetic field

  • Dedicated driver reproduces important midrange frequencies for speech and vocals
  • Latest modeling techniques used to minimize non-linear distortion
  • Light-weight dome has better transient response and less breakup modes than cone designs
  • High power magnet reduces harmonic and intermodulation distortion

(5) In-house modelled long-throw composite sandwich cone bass driver with Extremely Linear Force Factor™ (ELFF™), magnetic shielding and flow optimized die cast basket

  • Damping of break up modes brings low distortion at high sound levels
  • Linear pistonic motor gives a very low harmonic distortion even at high excursions
  • Reduced air noise and improved rocking modes

(6) Compact cabinet

  • Robust package for a long life
  • No standing wave resonances

One-piece front panel with no discontinuities

  • Reduced diffraction and smoother frequency response

(7) 4-position bass, low-mid and treble acoustical controls

  • More control in diverse acoustical environments
  • Fast acoustical set up in mobile applications
  • Repeatable acoustical settings after moving loudspeakers

(8) Wide range input gain and output level controls

  • Easier interfacing with signal sources

(9) Display dimmer and ground lift

  • For low lighting level conditions or behind the screen applications
  • Reduced noise in electrically noisy environments and over-comes ground loops

(10) XLR electronically balanced analogue input

  • Standard interfacing to professional equipment

(11) Universal switched-mode power supply (100 … 240 V)

  • One version works in any country and robust to poor quality mains supply

(12) Fully documented extensive mounting hardware range

  • More flexibility in mounting cabinets in more diverse locations and backwards compatible to previous products
  • Easy advanced planning for installations

(13) Powerful amplifiers with large headroom and overheat limiting

  • Improved transient response
  • Assured reliability and safety

Separate fast acting thermo limiters for woofer, midrange and tweeter to protect the voice coils and power amplifiers

  • Woofer soft clip and excursion limiters
  • Increases system reliability
  • Allows extraction of the maximum performance

More Features

Production consistency due to individual hand alignment in final testing

  • Any KH 310 is “pair matched” to any other KH 310

Optional robust metal grille

  • Can be used to protect the drivers
Acoustics
Free field frequency response ±6 dB 30 Hz … 22 kHz
Free field frequency response ±3 dB 34 Hz … 21 kHz
Pass band free field frequency response 36 Hz … 20 kHz, ±2 dB
Free field frequency linearity deviation between 100 Hz and 10 kHz ± 1.1 dB
Reproduction accuracy between 100 Hz and 10 kHz: 100%, 80%, 50% of loudspeakers produced ±0.87; ±0.39; ±0.23 dB
Max. SPL in full space at 3% THD at 1m (averaged between 100 Hz and 6 kHz) 110.3 dB SPL
Self-generated noise at 10 cm (with input gain set to 100 dB SPL for 0 dBu) <20 dB(A) SPL
Sine wave output with a THD < 0.5 % at 1 m in half space 95 dB SPL (>85 Hz)
Max. SPL calc. in half space at 3% THD at 1m (averaged between 100 Hz and 6 kHz) 116.3 dB SPL
Max. SPL in full space at 3% THD at 1m (averaged between 100 Hz and 6 kHz) 110.3 dB SPL
Bass capability: Max. SPL in half space at 3% THD at 1m (averaged between 50 Hz and 100 Hz) 106.8 dB SPL
Max. short term SPL with IEC-weighted noise (IEC 60268-5) at 1 m, in typical listening conditions 108 dB(C) SPL
Max. short term SPL with music material at 2.3 m in typical listening conditions (pair / full range) 100 dB(C) SPL
Max. short term SPL with music material at 2.3 m, in typical listening conditions (pair with subwoofer) 107 dB(C) SPL
Max. long term SPL with pink noise at 2.3 m, in typical listening conditions (single / pair full range) 93 / 99 dB(C) SPL
Max. long term SPL with pink noise at 2.3 m, in typical listening conditions (single / pair with subwoofer) 94 / 100 dB(C) SPL
Dolby DARDT. Max SPL fullrange 112 dB
Dolby DARDT. Max SPL bass managed 117 dB
Recommended Listening Distance 1.0 … 2.5 m (3'… 8')
Feasible Listening Distance 0.75 … 6.0 m (2'6"… 18')
Acoustical Principle Sealed
Analog Inputs and Outputs
Analog input(s) XLR: analog electronically balanced
Analog input impedance >13k Ohms
Max. input level +24 dBu
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) >56 dB @ 15kHz
Digital Inputs and Outputs
Input gain control (sensitivity) 0 dB ... -15 dB
Output level control (output level in 1 m based on 0 dBu input level) 94; 100; 108; 114 dB SPL
Equalization: Bass 0; -2.5; -5; -7.5 dB
Equalization: Low-Mid 0; -1.5; -3; -4.5 dB
Equalization: Treble +1; 0; -1; -2 dB
Mains Switch Yes
Mains Voltage Select -; Universal Power Supply 100 V~ … 240 V~
Electronics - Controller
Controller design Analog; active
Crossover frequency 650 Hz and 2.0 kHz
Crossover slope 24 dB/oct; 4th order
Infrasonic filter: frequency; slope 15 Hz; 6 dB/oct.
Protection circuitry Independent thermo limiters for woofer, midrange dome and tweeter. Woofer soft clip and excursion limiters. Amplifier overheat.
Display: On; Normal Operation Neumann logo “White”
Display: Limit / Clip / Errors / Protection /Boot Mute / Shut Down Mute Neumann logo “Red”
Logo Brightness White: 100%; 60%; 30%; off Red: 100%; 60%; 30%
Electronics - Amplifiers and Power Supply
Output power woofer amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 10%) 210 W
"Output power tweeter amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 10%)" 90 W
"Output power woofer amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 0.1%)" 150 W
"Output power tweeter amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 0.1%)" 70 W
Mains Power Supply: input voltage; frequency SMPS: 100-240 V; 50/60 Hz
Power consumption (230 V / 100 V): Idle 24 W
Power consumption (230 V / 100 V): Full output 300 W
In-rush current (Peak) /230VAC) 26 A
Mechanics
Cabinet material Polyurethane front, wooden sleeve, aluminum electronics panel
Cabinet surface finish; color (front / back) Painted; metallic anthracite (RAL 7021) / black (RAL 9005)
Operating conditions +10° C to +40° C (+50° F to +104° F); <75% RH, non-condensing
Transport/storage conditions -25° C to +60° C (-13° F to 140° F); <90% RH; non-condensing
Woofer 210 mm (8 1/4") magnetically sheilded
Tweeter 25 mm (1") with protecting black metal grille
Mounting points "2 x M8 on side panels; thread depth from outside of cabinet 25 mm (1”); Rear panel screws for attaching LH 41 base plate"
Product dimensions (height x width x depth) 253 x 383 x 292 mm (10" x 15 1/8" x 11 1/2")
External net volume 27.2 liters
Product weight 13.0 kg (28 lbs 11 oz)
Packed dimensions (height x width x depth), mm (inches) 360 x 380 x 590 mm (14 1/8" x 15" x 23 1/4")
Packed weight 16.8 kg (37 lbs 1 oz)
Packed cube 0.081 m³
Delivery includes 1 x KH 310 A G Mains cable(s) - depending on variant: EU; UK; US; CCC; KC, 4 x Self-adhesive feet, 1 x Getting Started Quickly guide, 1 x Operating Manual
Acoustical Axis horizontal 91 mm (from tweeter side)
Acoustical Axis vertical (from bottom) 170 mm

Diagrams

KH 310 - Group Delay

KH 310 - Group Delay

Maximum SPL at 1m (Red: 1% THD, Blue: 3% THD)

Maximum SPL at 1m (Red: 1% THD, Blue: 3% THD)

KH 310 - Bass, Mid and Treble Acoustical Controls

KH 310 - Bass, Mid and Treble Acoustical Controls

KH 310 - Free-Field Response

KH 310 - Free-Field Response

KH 310 - Cumulative Spectral Decay

KH 310 - Cumulative Spectral Decay

KH 310 - Horizontal Directivity Plot

KH 310 - Horizontal Directivity Plot

KH 310 - Vertical Directivity Plot

KH 310 - Vertical Directivity Plot

KH 310 - Harmonic Distortion at 95 dB SPL (Purple: THD, Red: 2nd harmonic, Green: 3rd harmonic)

KH 310 - Harmonic Distortion at 95 dB SPL (Purple: THD, Red: 2nd harmonic, Green: 3rd harmonic)

KH 310 - Harmonic Distortion at 90 dB SPL (Green: THD, Blue: 2nd harmonic, Red: 3rd harmonic)

KH 310 - Harmonic Distortion at 90 dB SPL (Green: THD, Blue: 2nd harmonic, Red: 3rd harmonic)
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GKH 310

Metal Grille

GKH 310
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LH 25

Mounting Bracket

LH 25
TLM 49 Set

LH 28

Tripod Stand Adaptor

LH 28
TLM 49 Set

LH 29

TV-Spigot

LH 29
TLM 49 Set

LH 36

Tilting Adaptor

LH 36
TLM 49 Set

LH 37

Mounting Flange Adaptor

LH 37
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LH 41

Base Plate

LH 41
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LH 43

Surface Mounting Plate

LH 43
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LH 45

Wall Bracket

LH 45
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LH 46

Adjustable Ceiling Drop Adapter

LH 46
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LH 47

Mounting Adaptor Plate

LH 47
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LH 48

Tripod Adaptor Plate

LH 48
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KH 310 on a KH 870 sub (1)

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KH 310 on a KH 870 sub (4)

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KH 310 on a KH 870 sub (5)

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KH 310 on a KH 870 sub (6)

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KH 310 on a wall (1)

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KH 310 off a ceiling (1)

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KH 310 off a ceiling (2)

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KH 310 off a ceiling (3)

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KH 310 off a ceiling (4)

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KH 310 off a horiz. truss

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MA 1

MA 1 - Automatic Monitor Alignment

MA 1

KH 310 A L G

Color anthracite

CAT. NO. 505575

  • 1 x KH 310 L Studio Monitor
  • 3 x Mains cables (European, UK and US version)
  • 4 x Self-adhesive feet
  • 1 x Operating Manual
  • 1 x Supplement “Getting Started Quickly”

KH 310 A R G

Color anthracite

CAT. NO. 505576

  • 1 x Studio Monitor KH 310 R
  • 3 x Mains cables (European, UK and US version)
  • 4 x Self-adhesive feet
  • 1 x Operating Manual
  • 1 x Supplement “Getting Started Quickly”

KH 310 A L G CCC

Color anthracite

CAT. NO. 505577

  • 1 x KH 310 L Studio Monitor
  • 2 x Mains Cable (CCC + KC)
  • 4 x Self-adhesive feet
  • 1 x Operating Manual
  • 1 x Supplement “Getting Started Quickly”

KH 310 A R G CCC

Color anthracite

CAT. NO. 505578

  • 1 x KH 310 R Studio Monitor
  • 2 x Mains Cables (CCC + KC)
  • 4 x Self-adhesive feet
  • 1 x Operating Manual
  • 1 x Supplement “Getting Started Quickly”

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Reviews

Neumann KH 310 Monitors - Like Glasses For Your Ears. Your Next Monitors Should Be 3 Way.
Production Expert, 09/2018, English
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Neumann KH 310 A Active Studio Monitor
Recording 01/14, English
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Neumann KH 310 - 3-Way High-End Monitor Tested & Measured
Sound&Recording 04/13, English
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Neumann KH 310 A Test
Bonedo.de, German
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Transparenz trifft Druck: Neumann KH 310 A Studiomonitore
Soundcheck, 04/2013, German
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Neumann KH310A
Resolution 09/13, English
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Neumann KH 310 A: Aktiver Dreiwege-Nearfield-Monitor
Proaudio.de, German
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TEST: Neumann KH 310 - 3-Wege-High-End-Monitor getestet & gemessen
Sound & Recording, 04/2013, German
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