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Neumann KH 420 | Active Studio Monitor – Single

NEUMANN
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The KH 420 from Neumann is a three-way active monitor designed for use as a mid-field or main monitor, and can be used free-standing or flush mounted into a wall.

Key Features

  • 10″ Long Throw Woofer
  • 3″ Fabric Dome Midrange
  • 1″ Alloy Fabric Dome Tweeter
  • 295/130/130W Class AB Amplifiers
  • Flow-Optimized Bass Reflex Ports
  • Elliptical Math Modeled Dispersion
  • Fast-Acting Independent Thermo Limiters
  • Acoustical Controls and Parametric EQ
  • Ground Lift
  • Magnetically Shielded

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Neumann KH 420 – 3-Way Active Studio Monitor

The Neumann 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.

BEST WORKING ENVIRONMENT: CLOSE TO PROFESSIONAL EARS

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.

PORTS AND HIGH DYNAMICS: NO LONGER A CONTRADICTION

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.

DIGITAL INPUT AND DELAY OPTION

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.

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

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

Rotatable 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

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

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

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

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

Large high-capacity flow-optimized bass reflex ports with pipe resonance damping

  • Fast bass transient response
  • Reduced bass compression at high output levels
  • No coloration from organ pipe resonance
  • Can be flush mounted

Computer mechanically modeled three-way cabinet design using Low resonance Integral Molding™ (LRIM™) materials

  • No standing wave resonances inside cabinet
  • Reduced intermodulation distortion in midrange for a more transparent sound
  • Reduced cabinet resonances

4-position bass, low-mid and treble acoustical controls

  • More control in diverse acoustical environments
  • Repeatable acoustical settings after moving loudspeakers

Parametric equalizer

  • More control in diverse acoustical environments
  • Bypassable if not needed
  • Three frequency ranges gives very fine control of equalization

Wide range input gain and output level controls

  • Easier interfacing with signal sources

Display dimmer

  • For low lighting level conditions or behind the screen applications

XLR electronically balanced analogue input with ground lift

  • Standard interfacing to professional equipment
  • Reduced noise in electrically noisy environments and over-comes ground loops

Universal dual (bass and mid/treble) switched-mode power supplies (100 … 240 V)

  • One version works in any country and robust to poor quality mains supply
  • Dual supply improves transient response

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

Electronics panel with generously dimensioned integrated Accelerated Heat Tunneling™ (AHT™) heat sink

  • Improved heat dissipation leading to increased electronics reliability

Installation flexibility

 

  • Remoteable electronics (REK 4) for ease of installation, less cabling, and convenience of use
  • 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 from the system

MORE FEATURES

Production consistency due to individual hand alignment in final testing

Optional robust metal grille

  • Can be used, if required, to protect the drivers

Neumann KH 420 Specs

Weight 92.4 lbs
Dimensions 30.2 × 24.25 × 23.4 in
Brands

Studio Monitor

Monitor Type Active 3-Way
Enclosure Bass-Reflex, Shielded
Drivers HF Driver: 1 x 1″ / 25 mm Tweeter
MF Driver: 1 x 3″ / 76 mm Cone
LF Driver: 1 x 10″ / 265 mm Woofer
Amplification HF Amplifier: Class-AB Rated at 130 W / 140 W Peak
MF Amplifier: Class-AB Rated at 130 W / 140 W Peak
LF Amplifier: Class-AB Rated at 295 W / 330 W Peak
Performance
Frequency Range 26 Hz to 22 kHz  ± 3 dB
Frequency Response 28 Hz to 20 kHz ± 2 dB
Maximum Sound Pressure Level (SPL) 122.4 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5%
Analog Input Sensitivity/Gain +4  to -12 dB (Continuously Variable)
Self-Generated Noise Less Than 20 dBA (at 3.93″ / 10 cm)
Protections and Limiting Excursion Limiter, Peak Limiter, and Thermal Limiting
Signal Processing
EQ 1 x LF Shelf: -7.5 to 0 dB (2.5 dB Increments)
1 x Mid Notch/Peak: -4.5 to 0 dB (1.5 dB Increments)
1 x HF Shelf: -2 to +1 dB (1 dB Increments)
Parametric EQ -12 to +4 dB Between 25Hz and 80Hz, Q: 1 to 8
-12 to +4 dB Between 50Hz and 160Hz, Q: 1 to 8
-12 to +4 dB Between 100Hz and 320Hz, Q: 1 to 8
Crossover
Crossover Frequency Low-Pass Frequency: 570 Hz, 24 dB/Octave Slope
High-Pass Frequency: 2 kHz, 24 dB/Octave Slope
Connectivity
Audio I/O 1 x XLR Balanced Analog Input
Power
AC Input Power 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption 60 W (Standby)
800 W (Maximum)
Environmental
Operating Temperature 50 to 104°F / 10 to 40°C
Operating Humidity 90%
Storage Temperature -13 to 158°F / -25 to 70°C
General
Enclosure Material Aluminum, Metal Grille, Wood
Mounting Points 8 x M5 (Rear Panel)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 13 x 25.4 x 17.5″ / 330 x 645 x 444 mm
Weight 77.2 lb / 35.0 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight 92.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 30.2 x 24.25 x 23.4″

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