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Neumann KH 870 II Subwoofer with DSP
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Next Generation Subwoofer
The KH 870 II improves on its predecessor in acoustic performance and adds new features. Thanks to two novel long-throw 10 woofers with Extremely Linear Force Factor (ELFF) technology and intelligent protection limiters, the KH 870 II ensures exceptionally low distortion even at maximum SPLs.
The KH 870 II extends low frequency reproduction down to 16 Hz and delivers about twice the output of the KH 810 II. This makes the KH 870 II the perfect complement to midfield speakers such as the KH 420.
The KH 870 II is DSP-controlled for superior sonic performance and seamless integration via MA 1 Automatic Monitor Alignment (sold separately). When combined with analog Neumann studio monitors such as the KH 120 A (discontinued), KH 310, or KH 420, it offers sufficient DSP-power for aligning an entire stereo, surround or even immersive system up to 7.1.4 via MA 1, optimizing not only the frequency response but also the phase. Of course, the KH 870 II is also a perfect complement to Neumanns DSP-equipped studio monitors. In surround and immersive systems, analog and DSP-equipped Neumann speakers can be combined and room-aligned using MA 1 with Multichannel Extension (sold separately). The KH 870 II is therefore much more than just a subwoofer: It is the perfect tool for upgrading existing systems and/or extending them for immersive audio.
Precision in Every Detail
As subwoofers are typically placed on the floor, robust grilles protect the drivers from accidental damage. The rigid cabinet features a highly efficient bass reflex system, which is carefully engineered and tuned for the tightest bass reproduction with inaudible port noise.
Two analog XLR inputs and outputs are available to connect the subwoofer for stereo operation. For multichannel operation, the KH 870 II offers two Sub D25 connectors for up to 12 analog input channels and another two Sub D25 connectors for up to 11 analog output channels. All inputs and outputs are electronically balanced. Studio monitors can also be connected digitally via AES3 (BNC). For audio networking, this subwoofer is also available as an AES67 variant, the KH 870 II AES67.
The KH 870 II excels in music, film scoring, broadcast, and post-production studios for tracking, mixing, and mastering. Thanks to a novel power amp design, the KH 870 II combines superior audio performance with excellent energy efficiency. Its Auto Standby function can be deactivated in the MA 1 app.
Ultra stiff wooden cabinet
- Tough painted finish and build-in rubber feet for acoustic isolation
- Excellent self-damping properties leading to minimal cabinet resonances
- No standing wave resonances inside cabinet
- Ultra tight bass reproduction due to very low group delay
Two in-house modelled long-throw bass drivers with Extremely Linear Force Factor (ELFF) and robust resonance optimized basket
- Damping of break up modes brings low distortion at high sound levels
- Extremely linear force factor provides low harmonic distortion even at high excursions
- Reduced air noise and improved rocking modes
- Grille protects against mechanical damage
XLR electronically balanced analog inputs and outputs (stereo)
- Standard interfacing to professional equipment
- Daisy chain input and output for subwoofer arrays
Two electronically balanced SUB-D 25 connectors for up to 12 analog input channels and another two SUB-D 25 connectors for up to 11 analog output channels. The pinout follows the Tascam standard.
Digital outputs (multichannel)
- 192 kHz, 24-bit conversion
- 7x BNC: Channels 1-3, Channels 5-12, Daisy Chain Out
Network connector using standard IP protocol and your existing network infrastructure
- Loudspeaker system including analog KH-line monitors can be controlled via MA 1 - Automatic Monitor Alignment Software.
Control function
- Toggle switch for selection of two completely independent modes of operation and calibration: on the device or via the network using the MA 1 - Automatic Monitor Alignment software.
Universal switched-mode power supply (100...240 V)
- One version works in any country and is robust to poor quality mains supply.
Ground lift to overcome ground loops
- Inputs with very high CMRR to reduce noise induced by long cables in electrically noisy environments
- Completely symmetrical internal signal flow to avoid electrical interferences
Low heat dissipation amplifiers with large headroom and sophisticated protection circuitry
- Improved transient response
- Assured reliability and safety
- Separate thermo limiter to protect the voice coil and power amplifier
Soft clip and excursion limiters
- Increases system reliability
- Allows extraction of the maximum performance from the system
Standby function
- Reduces power consumption when product is not in use.
• Increasing the maximum SPL of the entire system
• Decreasing harmonic and intermodulation distortion of loudspeakers
• MA 1 Ready for perfect alignment of the entire system and seamless subwoofer integration
• MA 1 integration of analog KH Line speakers, enough DSP power for an entire multichannel system up to 7.1.4.
- Free field frequency response +6 dB: 16 ... 750 Hz
- Self-generated noise at 10 cm (with input gain set to 100 dB SPL for 0 dBu): 12 kΩ
- Digital input(s): 1 x BNC (75 Ω): Daisy Chain In
- Input gain control (sensitivity) : 2 dB ... -12 dB
- Analog output(s): 2 x XLR: electronically balanced; 1 x SUB-D 25: 7 x electronically balanced; 1 x SUB-D 25: 4 x electronically balanced
- Digital output(s): 7 x BNC (75 Ω): 11 x Monitor Out; 1 x Daisy Chain Out
- Control: Local; Network
- Protection circuitry: Independent soft clip, peak and thermo limiters, Excursion limiter, Thermo limiters for electronics and amplifiers
- Mains Voltage: Universal Power Supply 100 V~...240 V~
- Output power woofer amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 10%): 360 W
- Woofer: 2 x 265 mm (10") with protecting black metal grille
- Product dimensions (height x width x depth): 737 x 330 x 645 mm (28.9" x 13" x 25.4")
- Product weight: 44.5 kg (98 lbs 2 oz)
The KH 870 II improves on its predecessor in acoustic performance and adds new features. Thanks to two novel long-throw 10 woofers with Extremely Linear Force Factor (ELFF) technology and intelligent protection limiters, the KH 870 II ensures exceptionally low distortion even at maximum SPLs.
The KH 870 II extends low frequency reproduction down to 16 Hz and delivers about twice the output of the KH 810 II. This makes the KH 870 II the perfect complement to midfield speakers such as the KH 420.
The KH 870 II is DSP-controlled for superior sonic performance and seamless integration via MA 1 Automatic Monitor Alignment (sold separately). When combined with analog Neumann studio monitors such as the KH 120 A (discontinued), KH 310, or KH 420, it offers sufficient DSP-power for aligning an entire stereo, surround or even immersive system up to 7.1.4 via MA 1, optimizing not only the frequency response but also the phase. Of course, the KH 870 II is also a perfect complement to Neumanns DSP-equipped studio monitors. In surround and immersive systems, analog and DSP-equipped Neumann speakers can be combined and room-aligned using MA 1 with Multichannel Extension (sold separately). The KH 870 II is therefore much more than just a subwoofer: It is the perfect tool for upgrading existing systems and/or extending them for immersive audio.
Precision in Every Detail
As subwoofers are typically placed on the floor, robust grilles protect the drivers from accidental damage. The rigid cabinet features a highly efficient bass reflex system, which is carefully engineered and tuned for the tightest bass reproduction with inaudible port noise.
Two analog XLR inputs and outputs are available to connect the subwoofer for stereo operation. For multichannel operation, the KH 870 II offers two Sub D25 connectors for up to 12 analog input channels and another two Sub D25 connectors for up to 11 analog output channels. All inputs and outputs are electronically balanced. Studio monitors can also be connected digitally via AES3 (BNC). For audio networking, this subwoofer is also available as an AES67 variant, the KH 870 II AES67.
The KH 870 II excels in music, film scoring, broadcast, and post-production studios for tracking, mixing, and mastering. Thanks to a novel power amp design, the KH 870 II combines superior audio performance with excellent energy efficiency. Its Auto Standby function can be deactivated in the MA 1 app.
Ultra stiff wooden cabinet
- Tough painted finish and build-in rubber feet for acoustic isolation
- Excellent self-damping properties leading to minimal cabinet resonances
- No standing wave resonances inside cabinet
- Ultra tight bass reproduction due to very low group delay
Two in-house modelled long-throw bass drivers with Extremely Linear Force Factor (ELFF) and robust resonance optimized basket
- Damping of break up modes brings low distortion at high sound levels
- Extremely linear force factor provides low harmonic distortion even at high excursions
- Reduced air noise and improved rocking modes
- Grille protects against mechanical damage
XLR electronically balanced analog inputs and outputs (stereo)
- Standard interfacing to professional equipment
- Daisy chain input and output for subwoofer arrays
Two electronically balanced SUB-D 25 connectors for up to 12 analog input channels and another two SUB-D 25 connectors for up to 11 analog output channels. The pinout follows the Tascam standard.
Digital outputs (multichannel)
- 192 kHz, 24-bit conversion
- 7x BNC: Channels 1-3, Channels 5-12, Daisy Chain Out
Network connector using standard IP protocol and your existing network infrastructure
- Loudspeaker system including analog KH-line monitors can be controlled via MA 1 - Automatic Monitor Alignment Software.
Control function
- Toggle switch for selection of two completely independent modes of operation and calibration: on the device or via the network using the MA 1 - Automatic Monitor Alignment software.
Universal switched-mode power supply (100...240 V)
- One version works in any country and is robust to poor quality mains supply.
Ground lift to overcome ground loops
- Inputs with very high CMRR to reduce noise induced by long cables in electrically noisy environments
- Completely symmetrical internal signal flow to avoid electrical interferences
Low heat dissipation amplifiers with large headroom and sophisticated protection circuitry
- Improved transient response
- Assured reliability and safety
- Separate thermo limiter to protect the voice coil and power amplifier
Soft clip and excursion limiters
- Increases system reliability
- Allows extraction of the maximum performance from the system
Standby function
- Reduces power consumption when product is not in use.
Features
• Bass extension of the monitoring system down to 16 Hz• Increasing the maximum SPL of the entire system
• Decreasing harmonic and intermodulation distortion of loudspeakers
• MA 1 Ready for perfect alignment of the entire system and seamless subwoofer integration
• MA 1 integration of analog KH Line speakers, enough DSP power for an entire multichannel system up to 7.1.4.
Specifications
- Free field frequency response +3 dB: 18 ... 310 Hz- Free field frequency response +6 dB: 16 ... 750 Hz
- Self-generated noise at 10 cm (with input gain set to 100 dB SPL for 0 dBu): 12 kΩ
- Digital input(s): 1 x BNC (75 Ω): Daisy Chain In
- Input gain control (sensitivity) : 2 dB ... -12 dB
- Analog output(s): 2 x XLR: electronically balanced; 1 x SUB-D 25: 7 x electronically balanced; 1 x SUB-D 25: 4 x electronically balanced
- Digital output(s): 7 x BNC (75 Ω): 11 x Monitor Out; 1 x Daisy Chain Out
- Control: Local; Network
- Protection circuitry: Independent soft clip, peak and thermo limiters, Excursion limiter, Thermo limiters for electronics and amplifiers
- Mains Voltage: Universal Power Supply 100 V~...240 V~
- Output power woofer amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 10%): 360 W
- Woofer: 2 x 265 mm (10") with protecting black metal grille
- Product dimensions (height x width x depth): 737 x 330 x 645 mm (28.9" x 13" x 25.4")
- Product weight: 44.5 kg (98 lbs 2 oz)
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