Neumann KH 310 A vs Kali Audio LP-6 V2

Last updated: October 1, 2026

Short answer: the Neumann KH 310 A on measured accuracy, the Kali Audio LP-6 V2 on value. The KH 310 A’s CEA2034 spinorama shows a near-perfect on-axis response with superb directivity control and minimal off-axis variation, though an unidentified dip around 80Hz remains. The LP-6 V2 is outstandingly neutral for the money with no audible amplifier hiss, but a vertical directivity disturbance around 1.5-2kHz makes ear height important.

Neumann KH 310 A vs Kali Audio LP-6 V2

Buy the Neumann KH 310 A if sound quality is the priority over the price, or the Kali Audio LP-6 V2 if the price is the priority over sound quality.

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Specifications Side By Side

Neumann KH 310 A Kali Audio LP-6 V2
Price$4,998 per pair$398 per pair
Ranked#17 of 68 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers#25 of 68 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Bass Extension (-3dB)35.2Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)42Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-10dB)28.3Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points)39.1Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Frequency Response34Hz - 21kHz (+/-3dB) (Manufacturer specified)47Hz - 21kHz (±3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
Drivers8.25” woofer, 3” midrange, 1” tweeter1” soft-dome tweeter; 6.5” woofer
AppNo-
EQNo-
DSPNoYes; boundary presets and LF/HF trims
Amplifier Power290W total (150W woofer, 70W mid, 70W tweeter)40W LF + 40W HF per speaker; Bi-amplified Class D
Spinorama Preference Score6.215.53
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub7.707.48
InputsXLR (balanced analog)XLR, balanced TRS and RCA
XLR InputYesYes
RCA InputNoYes
TRS InputNoYes
Optical InputNoNo
Coaxial InputNoNo
USB InputNoNo
HDMI InputNoNo
AES InputNoNo
Aux InputNoNo
BluetoothNoNo
Dimensions10” x 15.1” x 11.5” (253 x 383 x 292 mm) (H x W x D)14.1”H x 8.8”W x 10.2”D
Weight28.7 lbs (13.0 kg)15.5 lbs (7.05 kg) each
Maximum SPL-Approximately 102dB per pair with good measured linearity (Erin’s Audio Corner) (manufacturer specified)

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The Two Speakers In Full

Neumann KH 310 A: $4,998 per pair B&H Photo Video eBay

Neumann KH 310 A ranking card

Pros: The sealed three-way design combines 35.2Hz measured -3dB extension with low distortion in the review’s demanding playback tests. Its 2.2dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz and 7.70 ideal-subwoofer score support balanced monitoring with useful full-range capability. Measured bass extension of 35.2Hz (-3dB).

Cons: Its measured tonal balance is not as even as the KH 150 or the best coaxial alternatives. Correct orientation and listening height matter for the separated drivers. The analog system lacks the integrated calibration workflow of newer DSP models, so room correction requires additional equipment. An unexplained dip around 80Hz shows in the measurements.

AES InputNo
Amplifier Power290W total (150W woofer, 70W mid, 70W tweeter)
AppNo
Aux InputNo
Bass Extension (-10dB)28.3Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points)
Bass Extension (-3dB)35.2Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
BluetoothNo
Coaxial InputNo
DSPNo
Dimensions10” x 15.1” x 11.5” (253 x 383 x 292 mm) (H x W x D)
Drivers8.25” woofer, 3” midrange, 1” tweeter
EQNo
Frequency Response34Hz - 21kHz (+/-3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI InputNo
InputsXLR (balanced analog)
Optical InputNo
RCA InputNo
Spinorama Preference Score6.21
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub7.70
TRS InputNo
USB InputNo
Weight28.7 lbs (13.0 kg)
XLR InputYes

Kali Audio LP-6 V2: $398 per pair Amazon B&H Photo Video eBay

Kali Audio LP-6 V2 ranking card

Older model: the Kali Audio LP-6 (ranked lower, rated 4.3/5).

Pros: Erin’s measurements give a 7.48 ideal-subwoofer score and 42.5Hz -3dB bass extension, a strong combination for an affordable nearfield monitor. The waveguide and placement switches help with practical setup, and the second generation improves close-range noise behavior. Measured bass extension of 42Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The 2.5dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz leaves some tonal unevenness. Vertical crossover behavior makes ear-height placement important, and compression limits loud bass playback. Its good tonal score is not evidence of the output capability of a much larger monitor.

AES InputNo
Amplifier Power40W LF + 40W HF per speaker; Bi-amplified Class D
Aux InputNo
Bass Extension (-10dB)39.1Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)42Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
BluetoothNo
Coaxial InputNo
DSPYes; boundary presets and LF/HF trims
Dimensions14.1”H x 8.8”W x 10.2”D
Drivers1” soft-dome tweeter; 6.5” woofer
Frequency Response47Hz - 21kHz (±3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI InputNo
InputsXLR, balanced TRS and RCA
Maximum SPLApproximately 102dB per pair with good measured linearity (Erin’s Audio Corner) (manufacturer specified)
Optical InputNo
RCA InputYes
Spinorama Preference Score5.53
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub7.48
TRS InputYes
USB InputNo
Weight15.5 lbs (7.05 kg) each
XLR InputYes