506179 Neumann KH 120 A W Studio Monitor 80W White, Sennheiser

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506179 Neumann KH 120 A W Studio Monitor 80W White, Sennheiser

PRECISION REDEFINED
The KH 120 is Neumann's trailblazer model and development yardstick for compact studio monitors. It has been a reference class for close-range monitoring since 2011. Enormous power reserves meet high-precision sound conduction. The result: Maximum signal fidelity and distinctly contoured transients across the entire, neutrally designed frequency response. This enables you to precisely control tonal depth, spatial image and even the smallest details in the mix.

The KH 120 is a two-way bi-amplified monitor with thermally protected class-AB amplifiers (80 W each). Just like the drivers, its Mathematically Modeled Dispersion™ (MMD™) waveguide is calculated with an optimal level of 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 finely controlled dispersion characteristics optimize reproduction in even the most varied of room configurations.

BEST WORKING ENVIRONMENT: CLOSE TO PROFESSIONAL EARS
The KH 120 is typically used in near-field applications such as project, music, broadcast and post-production studios for recording, mixing and mastering.

PORTS AND HIGH DYNAMICS: NO LONGER A CONTRADICTION
With its digital switched-mode power supply and bi-amplification, the KH 120 realizes sound pressure of up to 111.1 dB and in doing so, retains a high-resolution and neutral representation across the entire frequency response. This provides sufficient energy for maximum dynamics without distortion and losses. As a result, the bass goes down to impressive 52 Hz. Despite using ports, there is no “overhang” in the bass response. The transient response remains well in control. The optimized design of the drivers delivers clean sound right down to the lowest parts of the 50 Hz region. This rich foundation offers enough room to work cleanly on the mix without the necessity for a supplementary subwoofer. In the demanding treble range, the specially developed, powerful alloy fabric dome ensures distortion-free reproduction.

The KH 120 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 120, 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 120. 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.

Frequency Response (± 6 dB free field): 46 Hz - 24 kHz.
Frequency Response (± 3 dB free field): 52 Hz - 21 kHz.
Linearity deviation of the free field frequency between 100 Hz and 10 kHz: ± 1.0 dB.
Accuracy 100 Hz to 10 kHz: 100%, 80%, 50%: ± 0.97; ± 0.40; ± 0.23 dB.
Self-noise at 10 cm (with input gain set to 100 dB SPL for 0 dBc): <20 dB (A) SPL.
Output sine wave with THD <0.5% at 1 m half-space: 95 dB SPL (> 120 Hz).
Max. sound pressure level, calc. half-space at 3% THD at 1 m (100 Hz to 6 kHz average): 111.1 dB SPL.
Max. SPL at 3% THD at 1 m (average between 100 Hz and 6 kHz): 105.1 dB SPL.
Bass Range: Max. SPL half-space at 3% THD at 1m (50Hz to 100Hz average): 104.8dB SPL.
Max. IEC (IEC 60268-5) weighted short-term sound pressure at 1 m, typical listening conditions: 107 dB (C) SPL.
Max. short-term SPL with musical material at a distance of 2.3 m under typical listening conditions (steam / full range): 97 dB (C) SPL.
Max. short-term sound pressure with musical material at a distance of 2.3 m, in typical listening conditions (paired with a subwoofer): 104 dB (C) SPL.
Max. Long-term SPL with pink noise at 2.3 m, typical listening conditions (single / pair full range): 88/93 dB (C) SPL.
Max. Long-term SPL with pink noise at 2.3m, typical listening conditions (single / pair with subwoofer): 89/94 dB (C) SPL.
Analog XLR input: analog, electronically balanced.
Analog Input Impedance: 10 k? at 94/108 dB SPL at 1 m; 20 k? at 100/114 dB SPL position at 1 m.
Max. input level: +24 dBu.
Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR):> 56 dB @ 15 kHz.
Input Gain (Sensitivity) Adjustment: 0 dB - -15 dB.
Output Level Adjustment (Output Level 1m @ 0dBu Input): 94; 100; 108; 114 dB SPL.
Controller design: analog; active.
Crossover frequency: 2.0 kHz.
Crossover slope: 24 dB / oct. 4th order.
Bass equalization: 0; -2.5; -5; -7.5 dB.
Equalization of mid-low frequencies: 0; -1.5; -3; -4.5 dB.
Treble equalization: +1; 0; -1; -2 dB.
Protection circuit: independent thermal limiters for woofers and tweeters. Speaker travel stops. Amplifier overheating protection.
Subsonic filter: frequency; slope: 30 Hz; 6 dB / oct.
Display: included; normal operation: Neumann logo "White".
Display: Limit / Trim / Errors / Protect / Mute on Boot / Mute on Shutdown: Neumann logo "Red".
LF amplifier output power (THD + N with limiter off: 10%): 80 W.
RF amplifier output power (THD + N with limiter off: 10%): 80W.
LF amplifier output power (THD + N with limiter off: 0.1%): 50 W.
RF amplifier output power (THD + N with limiter off: 0.1%): 50 W.
Power supply: 100-240 V; 50/60 Hz.
Power consumption (230 V / 100 V) in standby mode: 20 W.
Power consumption (230 V / 100 V) full power: 200 W.
Inrush current (peak): 20 A.
Body material: aluminum.
Body Finish: Painted; white (RAL 9016).
Operating conditions: from +10 to + 40 С; <75% RH; without condensation.
Transportation / storage conditions: from -25 to + 70 C; <90% RH, non-condensing.
Woofer: 130 mm (5.25 ") with magnetic shield and protective black metal grille.
Tweeter: 25 mm (1 ") with protective black metal grille.
Mounting points: 2 M8 threaded inserts with 70 mm pitch on the rear panel; thread depth 15 mm (5/8 ").
Dimensions: 277 x 182 x 220 mm.
Weight: 6.4 kg.
Package dimensions: 415 x 365 x 280 mm.
Shipping Weight: 8.4 kg.
Package volume: 0.042 m3.