Three Way Midfield Monitor
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The KH 420 is designed for a working distance of 1.5 to 3 m (5’ to 9’). It handles this space effortlessly thanks to great power reserves and precisely concentrated dispersion. Even in diverse acoustical environments the KH 420 remains neutral and clear in every detail down to the subtlest nuances. No subtlety is lost; every sound element can be localized.
The KH 420 is a three-way tri-amplified monitor with thermally protected Class AB amplifiers (330 W and two times 140 W). Just like the drivers, its Mathematically Modeled Dispersion™ (MMD™) waveguide is engineered for optimum precision. 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 dispersion of the KH 420 is deliberately designed to be narrower, to guarantee reference sound at longer working distances.
The KH 420 is designed for midfield applications and as main monitor in project, music, broadcast and post-production studios for recording, mixing and mastering. And in a multi-channel system, it can also be freely combined with all other Neumann studio monitors.
With its tri-channel amplifiers the KH 420 also realizes sound pressures of up to 122.4 dB. And it thereby retains high-resolution and neutral representation across the entire frequency response. This also includes an exceptional bass response down to 26 Hz. Despite using ports, there is no “overhang” or audible resonance in the low frequency range and the transient response is precisely controlled at all times.
The computer modeled chassis is constructed of LRIM™ materials which eliminates standing wave resonances and suppresses intermodulation distortion, especially in the midrange.
For demanding treble, our own specially developed, powerful alloy fabric dome ensures distortion-free reproduction. The fabric dome captures the midrange with utmost precision. Its ultralight material and the powerful neodymium magnet enable a significantly better transient response with considerably less distortion than comparable midrange drivers.
The Digital Input Module DIM 1 expands the loudspeaker electronics by a digital XLR input, a digital BNC input and a digital BNC output (192 kHz/24 Bit) for flexible digital signal links. With the delay function (adjustment range 0 - 400 ms) of the DIM 1, the audio signal can be delayed to ensure audio-visual synchronization (lip sync). In addition, the high resolution of the delays (0.1 ms) allows equalization of the propagation delays. The delay can be added to both inputs (digital and analog). The KH 420 can be retrofitted with a DIM 1.
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:
The KH 420 has also 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 420, 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 420. 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.
*When using the analog inputs only.
(1) In-house simulated tweeter with alloy fabric dome and robust metal grille
(2) Rotatable elliptical Mathematically Modelled Dispersion™ (MMD™) waveguide
Wide horizontal dispersion
Narrow vertical dispersion
(3) Two-color + dimmable Neumann logo
(4) In-house simulated, neodymium magnet, fabric dome, midrange driver with optimized low stray magnetic field
(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
(6) Large high-capacity flow-optimized bass reflex ports with pipe resonance damping
(7) Computer mechanically modeled three-way cabinet design using Low resonance Integral Molding™ (LRIM™) materials
(8) 4-position bass, low-mid and treble acoustical controls
(9) Parametric equalizer
(10) Wide range input gain and output level controls
(11) Display dimmer
(12) XLR electronically balanced analogue input with ground lift
(13) Universal dual (bass and mid/treble) switched-mode power supplies (100 … 240 V)
(14) Fully documented extensive mounting hardware range
(15) Electronics panel with generously dimensioned integrated Accelerated Heat Tunneling™ (AHT™) heat sink
Installation flexibility
(16) Powerful amplifiers with large headroom and overheat limiting
Separate fast acting thermo limiters for woofer, midrange and tweeter to protect the voice coils and power amplifiers
(17) Optional (DIM 1) digital XLR/BNC inputs and buffered BNC output
(18) Delay (0 … 409.5 ms)
Production consistency due to individual hand alignment in final testing
Optional robust metal grille
Free field frequency response ±6 dB | 25 Hz … 22 kHz |
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Free field frequency response ±3 dB | 26 Hz … 22 kHz |
Free field frequency linearity deviation between 100 Hz and 10 kHz | ± 1.2 dB |
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 (>100 Hz) |
Max. SPL calc. in half space at 3% THD at 1m (averaged between 100 Hz and 6 kHz) | 122.4 dB SPL |
Max. SPL in full space at 3% THD at 1m (averaged between 100 Hz and 6 kHz) | 116.4 dB SPL |
Bass capability: Max. SPL in half space at 3% THD at 1m (averaged between 50 Hz and 100 Hz) | 109.9 dB SPL |
Max. short term SPL with IEC-weighted noise (IEC 60268-5) at 1 m, in typical listening conditions | 109 dB(C) SPL |
Reproduction accuracy between 100 Hz and 10 kHz: 100%, 80%, 50% of loudspeakers produced | ±0.78; ±0.36; ±0.22 dB |
Max. short term SPL with music material at 2.3 m in typical listening conditions (pair / full range) | 103 dB(C) SPL |
Max. short term SPL with music material at 2.3 m, in typical listening conditions (pair with subwoofer) | 109 dB(C) SPL |
Max. long term SPL with pink noise at 2.3 m, in typical listening conditions (single / pair full range) | 90 / 96 dB(C) SPL |
Dynamic range A-D-A | >116 dB(A) |
Dynamic range D-A | >123 dB(A) |
THD+N: analog delayed, digital | < -104 dB; < -106 dB |
Digital sensitivity | -18 dBFS = 100 dB SPL at 1 m |
Latency | 0.22 … 1.85 ms (digital A, B or A+B); 0.54 ms (analog delayed) |
Max. long term SPL with pink noise at 2.3 m, in typical listening conditions (single / pair with subwoofer) | 90 / 96 dB(C) SPL |
Equalization: Mid | 0; -1.5; -3; -4.5 dB |
Equalization: Parametric EQ: Gain | +4 ... -12 dB |
Equalization: Parametric EQ: Frequency | Bypass, 25 ... 80 Hz; 50 ... 160 Hz; 100 ... 320 Hz |
Equalization: Parametric EQ: Q | 1 ... 8 |
Display Brightness | White: 100%/60%/30%/off; Red: 100%/60%/30% |
Output power midrange amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 10%) | 140 W |
Output power midrange amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 0.1%) | 130 W |
Midrange | 75 mm (3") with magnetic shielding |
Cabinet weight when electronics remote located | 30.3 kg (66 lbs 13 oz) (+ 100 g (3 oz) with DIM 1 fitted) |
Bass Extension (Hz, -6 dB) | 25 |
Maximum output level (dB SPL) | 116.4 |
Max. Listening Distance up to (m) | 11 |
Analog input(s) | XLR: analog electronically balanced |
Analog input impedance | >14k Ohms |
Max. input level | +24 dBu (DIM 1: 18 dBu for analog delayed) |
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) | >56 dB @ 15kHz |
Digital input(s) | BNC (75 Ω): AES3; S/P-DIF |
Digital output(s) | BNC (75 Ω): AES3 |
Digital converter: resolution; design | 16 … 24-bit DAC; Δ∑ |
Digital converter: sampling rate | 22.05; 24; 32; 44.1; 48; 64; 88.2; 96; 176.4; 192 kHz |
Digital internal sampling rate | 96 kHz |
Delay: User adjustable delay range | 0 … 409.5 ms |
Delay: Resolution: time; distance | 0.1 ms; 3.44 cm (1 3/8”) |
Delay: Max. frames Audio-video synchronisation (lip sync) | 10.2 (40 ms) frames; 12.3 (33 ms) frames |
Delay: Time-of-flight maximum distance | 140.1 m (462' 2") |
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: Treble | +1; 0; -1; -2 dB |
Controller design | Analog; active |
Crossover frequency | 570 Hz and 2.0 kHz |
Crossover slope | 24 dB/oct; 4th order |
Protection circuitry | Independent thermo limiters for woofer, midrange dome and tweeter. Woofer soft clip and excursion limiters. Amplifier overheat. |
Infrasonic filter: frequency; slope | 9 Hz; 18 dB/oct. |
Display: On; Normal Operation | Neumann logo “White” |
Display: Limit / Clip / Errors / Protection /Boot Mute / Shut Down Mute | Neumann logo “Red” |
Output power woofer amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 10%) | 330 W |
Output power tweeter amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 10%) | 140 W |
Output power woofer amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 0.1%) | 295 W |
Output power tweeter amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 0.1%) | 130 W |
Mains Power Supply: input voltage; frequency | 100-240V; 50/60 Hz |
Power consumption (230 V / 100 V): Idle | 60 W (+5W when DIM 1 fitted) |
Power consumption (230 V / 100 V): Full output | 800 W |
Cabinet material | Wood cabinet, polyurethane waveguide, 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); <90% RH, non-condensing |
Transport/storage conditions | -25° C to +70° C (-13° F to 158° F); <90% RH; non-condensing |
Woofer | 265 mm (10") with magnetic shielding |
Tweeter | 25 mm (1") with protecting black metal grille |
Mounting points | 8 x M5 on rear panel |
Product dimensions (height x width x depth) | 645 x 330 x 444 mm (25 3/8" x 13" x 17 1/2") |
External net volume | 93 liters |
Packed dimensions (height x width x depth), mm (inches) | 775 x 610 x 590 mm (23 1/4" x 15" x 14 1/8") |
Color anthracite
N.º CAT. 505988
Color anthracite
N.º CAT. 506792
Color
N.º CAT. 502251
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