Neumann KH 310 II — an active three-way monitor

Neumann has released the second generation of its well-known three-way nearfield studio monitor. The updated model is designed for mixing, mastering and integration into immersive multichannel Dolby Atmos systems.

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The monitor has an updated 8.25-inch woofer with ELFF (Extremely Linear Force Factor) technology to reduce distortion at high cone excursion. There is also a 3-inch dome midrange driver and a 1-inch tweeter. An optimised MMD (Mathematically Modeled Dispersion) waveguide provides wide horizontal and narrow vertical dispersion.

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Class D amplifiers deliver a total of 585 W per monitor: 300 W for bass, 160 W for midrange and 125 W for treble. This power increase raises the system's maximum sound pressure level to 121.4 dB SPL. All internal processing now uses a 32-bit DSP, providing full hardware support for Neumann MA 1 Automatic Monitor Alignment room calibration.

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The rear connection panel offers a standard balanced analogue XLR input and AES3id coaxial digital connections on BNC sockets. The monitor weighs 13.0 kg. Its cabinet dimensions match the previous generation, allowing easy replacement in existing studio monitor recesses and mounting systems.

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Neumann KH 310 II will be available for around $3,000.