Short answer: the Neumann KH 150. It ranks #8 of 119 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality, rated 4.8/5, at $3,398; the Genelec 8340A ranks #33, rated 4.4/5, and costs $3,790, so there is little reason to consider the other one.
The case for the Genelec 8340A: A compact aluminum studio monitor with clean, extended response, automatic room calibration, and analog and digital inputs. The tradeoff: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared with ranked speakers.
The Neumann KH 150 is the better-sounding pick. Studio monitors with exceptionally accurate sound and solid bass, plus room tuning for critical listening. Watch for: A two-way nearfield monitor cannot match the largest three-way systems for deep-bass output at distance.
Buy the Neumann KH 150. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Genelec 8340A and costs less, which makes it the one to get unless you need something the other one does better.
Worth knowing: the Genelec 8340A has not been measured yet. Its rating is estimated from related models, with a likely range of 4.2 to 4.6, so treat this verdict as provisional.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Genelec 8340A | Neumann KH 150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,790 per pair | $3,398 per pair |
| Ranked | #33 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers Estimated | #8 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 14.4”H x 9.3”W x 8.8”D (365 x 237 x 223 mm) | 13.6”H x 8.9”W x 10.7”D (345 x 225 x 273 mm) |
| Weight | 18.5 lbs (8.4 kg) each | 17.6 lbs (8.0 kg) each |
| Drivers | 6.5” (165mm) woofer, 0.75” (19mm) metal dome tweeter | 1” tweeter, 6.5” woofer |
| Amplifier Power | 300W (150W woofer + 150W tweeter) | 245W total (145W woofer, 100W tweeter, 10% THD+N) |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 20kHz (±1.5dB), 38Hz - 22kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 39Hz-20.4kHz +/-3dB |
| Maximum SPL | 110dB @ 1m (manufacturer specified) | 118.7dB @ 1m half space (manufacturer specified) |
| DSP | Yes | - |
| EQ | Yes (via GLM software) | - |
| App | Yes (GLM) | - |
| Inputs | XLR, AES/EBU | XLR (balanced analog), RCA S/PDIF (digital) |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| AES Input | Yes | No |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | Yes |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Enclosure | - | ported |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 39.6Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 34.2Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Crossover Frequency | - | 1.7kHz |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |
| Country | - | Germany |
| Spinorama Preference Score | - | 6.65 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | - | 8.38 |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Genelec 8340A: manufacturer specifications and listening comparisons; no independent measurement has been published yet.
- Neumann KH 150: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Audio Science Review.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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