Short answer: the Neumann KH 310 A for better sound quality, the PreSonus Eris Studio 8 for the lower price. The Neumann KH 310 A ranks #20 of 119 powered bookshelf speakers, rated 4.6/5, at $4,998. The PreSonus Eris Studio 8 ranks #99, rated 3.9/5, at $419.98, $4,578.02 cheaper.
The Neumann KH 310 A is the better-sounding choice. Sealed three-way studio monitors with balanced sound, useful deep bass, and low distortion even when played hard. The tradeoff: Its measured tonal balance is not as even as the Neumann KH 150 or the best coaxial alternatives.
The case for the PreSonus Eris Studio 8: A budget 8 inch studio monitor with XLR, TRS and RCA inputs and room adjustment controls for a conventional studio desk. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Neumann KH 310 A lacks. Watch for: The large cabinet requires substantial desk or stand space.
Buy the Neumann KH 310 A if sound quality is the priority over the price, or the PreSonus Eris Studio 8 if the price is the priority over sound quality.
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Sealed three-way studio monitors with balanced sound, useful deep bass, and low distortion even when played hard.
A budget 8 inch studio monitor with XLR, TRS and RCA inputs and room adjustment controls for a conventional studio desk.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Neumann KH 310 A | PreSonus Eris Studio 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,998 per pair | $419.98 per pair |
| Ranked | #20 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #99 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 35.2Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 28.3Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points) | - |
| Frequency Response | 34Hz - 21kHz (+/-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 35Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Drivers | 8.25” woofer, 3” midrange, 1” tweeter | 8” (203mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| EQ | No | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| DSP | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 290W total (150W woofer, 70W mid, 70W tweeter) | 140w Per Speaker |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 6.21 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.70 | - |
| Inputs | XLR (balanced analog) | TRS, XLR, RCA |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Dimensions | 10” x 15.1” x 11.5” (253 x 383 x 292 mm) (H x W x D) | 16.5”H x 9.8”W x 11.7”D (419.1 x 248.9 x 297.2 mm) |
| Weight | 28.7 lbs (13.0 kg) | 22.3 lbs (10.1 kg) each |
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