Monitor Monday: KH 310

Three-way precision for professional monitoring

Hi and welcome to Monitor Monday.

Today we’re taking a closer look at the Neumann KH 310. A legendary reference monitor built for precision, power and clarity.

Designed for accuracy

The KH 310 features a three-way, tri-amplified design. This ensures fast and accurate transient response. The bass is tight, controlled and extends down to 34 Hz.

At the heart of the system is a dedicated midrange section. It uses an ultra-sensitive 3-inch dome driver. This delivers exceptional resolution and precision in the critical midrange, with extremely low distortion.

Detail across the spectrum

The 8-inch woofer provides solid and punchy low frequencies.

At the same time, the midrange dome adds depth and detail to voices and instruments. The result is a highly resolved and natural sound image.

Neumann’s carefully engineered waveguide around the 1-inch alloy tweeter creates a wide and accurate sweet spot. It also helps to reduce reflections from nearby surfaces such as a desk or ceiling.

Built for real-world use

The KH 310 is designed for horizontal placement. This ensures the waveguide performs as intended and delivers consistent imaging.

Inside, you’ll find Class AB amplifiers. Each driver is protected by its own independent limiter. When a limiter engages, the Neumann logo lights up red. A small detail that gives clear feedback during demanding sessions.

For room adaptation, the monitor includes acoustic control switches for bass, low-mid and treble. In addition, input and output level controls help you fine-tune the system to your environment.

Expanding your system

If you pair the KH 310 with a Neumann DSP subwoofer such as the KH 750 or KH 805 (Gen 2), you unlock the full potential of your setup.

Using MA 1 Automatic Monitor Alignment, your entire system can be calibrated precisely to your room and listening position.

The subwoofer extends the low end down to 16 Hz. It also adds additional SPL headroom, giving you more flexibility in demanding productions.

Conclusion

Whether you are recording, mixing or mastering, the KH 310 delivers the natural, high-resolution reference sound Neumann is known for.