Equip your studio with a precisely tuned listening system with the Neumann Monitor Alignment Kit 2, which provides two gray KH 80 DSP studio monitors and an MA 1 measurement microphone. Neumann's included calibration software, developed with Fraunhofer IIS, allows you to create a room-specific profile that handles frequency, time-alignment, and amplitude issues inherent to your monitoring environment. After running the software with the included measurement mic, your KH-series stereo monitoring setup should be optimized to give you the ideal response for critical listening, mixing, post, and more.

Neumann MA 1 Monitor Alignment Microphone and Calibration System

The Neumann MA 1 Monitor Alignment Microphone and Calibration System is designed to help engineers, musicians, and producers get more accurate and sonically consistent mixes from their Neumann KH 80 DSP monitors or non-DSP KH-Series monitors when used with the KH 750 DSP subwoofer. The system uses an omnidirectional measurement mic and a downloadable software for Mac and Windows with Fraunhofer IIS algorithms to calibrate and adjust the phase and amplitude of the speakers to compensate for room imperfections.

The system is easy to use; simply connect the balanced outputs of your audio interface or monitor controller to your KH monitors. Connect the ethernet ports of your DSP-based monitors into a network switcher (available separately) and then route the switcher output into your computer. Plug the calibration mic into a mic input on your interface (48V phantom power is required) and follow the calibration process in your software. An SG105 mic clip is included to mount the microphone to a stand.

The MA 1 software algorithms use the measurements to adjust the speaker settings to a room-specific target curve that compensates for the room's acoustic flaws. All the correction parameters are stored in the DSP speaker, so it's always there without having to worry about plug-ins and driver issues. In addition, once calibrated, you won't need the ethernet connection.

As mentioned, you can also calibrate non-DSP KH monitors, as long as you are also using a KH 750 DSP subwoofer. The KH 750 DSP has enough processing power to align the entire system, including the two analog speaker connected its outputs. The KH 120, KH 310, and KH 420 loudspeakers benefit from having the linerization of their built-in crossovers for more clarity, a tighter bass, and more accurate time correction.

Compatible DSP Loudspeakers

The KH 80 DSP loudspeakers and the KH 750 DSP subwoofer are network-enabled and can be controlled directly by the software

Compatible Analog Loudspeakers

The following loudspeakers are not network-enabled and need to be connected via a network-enabled subwoofer in order to be included in the system setup: KH 120 A, KH 120 D, KH 310 A, KH 310 D, KH 420/KH 420 + DIM 1

Neumann KH 80 DSP 4" + 1" Active 2-Way Studio Monitor (Gray, Single)

The gray Neumann KH 80 DSP is a 2-way active studio monitor well suited for near-field monitoring and multichannel setups in music studios, broadcast centers and vans, as well as home studios and desktop audio applications. The KH 80 utilizes two amplifiers (120W and 70W) to power the 4" woofer and 1" tweeter respectively, an onboard DSP engine, a Mathematically Modeled Dispersion waveguide (MMD), an analog input, and an extensive range of optional mounting hardware. The DSP function is accessed via a standard IP network connection that allows the monitoring system to be controlled using the Neumann.Control app, which runs on a Windows/Mac computer or iOS/Android tablet. With the use of the latest acoustic and electronic simulation and measurement technologies, the KH 80 can be used in diverse acoustical conditions with any source equipment and in a wide variety of physical locations, ensuring accurate sound reproduction.

• Setup:
  • 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, and 9 loudspeakers
  • Identify loudspeakers on the network that are in the room
  • Assign the identified loudspeakers to positions in the room
• Align:
  • Guided Alignment: A process where you are asked very simple questions about the room and the loudspeaker position, and then the app adjusts the response of each loudspeaker accordingly
  • Manual Alignment: 8-band fully parametric equalizer for expert users. Expert users have complete freedom to adjust an 8-band parametric equalizer, levels and delays in each loudspeaker as they wish. Manual Alignment can also be used to edit Guided Alignments in a more detailed way
• Operate:
  • System and alignment selection
  • Volume control, preset levels, dim, mute all
  • Groups, solos, mutes
  • Other system settings such as delay, standby level, and logo brightness
• In-house simulated 1" tweeter with alloy fabric dome
  • Latest modeling techniques used to minimize non-linear (harmonic and intermodulation) distortion
  • Low-distortion high frequency reproduction
  • Powered by highly efficient 70W amplifier
• Elliptical Mathematically Modeled 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 conditions or behind the screen applications
• In-house modeled long-throw composite sandwich 4" 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
  • Powered by highly efficient 120W amplifier
• Robust metal grilles
  • Protects against mechanical damage
• 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
  • Easier to mount in tight spaces
• Compact polycarbonate composite cabinet
  • Robust package for a long life
  • No standing wave resonances
• One-piece front panel with no discontinuities
  • Reduced diffraction and smoother frequency response
• Standby function
  • Reduces power consumption when product is not in use
• Control function
  • Use the back panel controls or the control set defined by the Neumann.Control software
• 4-position low-mid acoustical control
  • Compensates for nearby desktops
  • Fast acoustical set up in mobile applications
  • Repeatable acoustical settings after moving loudspeakers
• Wide range input gain and output level controls
  • Easier interfacing with signal sources
• 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
• Universal double-insulated switched-mode power supply (100 to 240V)
  • One version works in any country and robust to poor quality mains supply
  • Ground loops are impossible
• Network connector using standard IP protocol and your existing network infrastructure
  • No additional special equipment needed
  • Loudspeaker system can be controlled via the Neumann.Control software
• Analog input socket can accept XLR or 6.3 mm (1/4”) jack plugs, electronically balanced with completely symmetrical internal signal chain
  • Completely symmetrical internal signal routing minimizes noises caused by external electromagnetic interference
• Production consistency due to automated computer optimized alignment in final testing
  • Any KH 80 DSP is pair matched to any other KH 80 DSP
• Separate fast acting thermo limiters for woofer and tweeter to protect the voice coils and power amplifiers
  • Woofer soft clip and excursion limiters
  • Fast acting and highly reliable
  • Allows extraction of the maximum performance
• Low heat dissipation amplifiers with large headroom and overheat limiting
  • Improved transient response
  • Assured reliability and safety
• 8 Precision Alignment acoustical controls accessible via control network
  • Accurate and flexible alignment of the loudspeaker in the room and within systems
• Delay (0 to 70 ms)
  • Lip-sync: To align audio and video signals up to 1.75 frames at 50 Hz or 2.1 frames at 60 Hz
  • Time-of-flight: To compensate for listening distance differences up to 24 m (79 ft.)
• Linear phase crossover
  • Flat phase response for timing transparency