The Neumann NDH30 ranks #78 out of 165 total Over-Ear Headphones for sound quality. See all Headphones rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Neumann
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Pros: In oratory1990’s measurement the bass from 60 to 200 Hz lands right on target and sub-bass stays within 6 dB down to 20 Hz, only 3.9 dB short at 30 Hz, so this open back reaches deeper than many rivals of its type. Presence tracks within 0.6 dB with no peak above 1.9 dB, so vocals sound clear without glare, for a preference score of 72. It matches the rating of the pricier Fostex TH610.
Cons: A 12.5 dB dip near 9.7 kHz leaves the treble about 5 dB and the air band about 6 dB below target, so cymbals and spatial detail sound subdued. The open back leaks sound and blocks no outside noise, and its 120 ohm load at 104 dB/V gets the most from a headphone amp or strong dongle. The Denon AH-D5200 rates slightly higher at a similar price.
| Released | May 2022 (4 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Open |
| Built-in Microphone | No |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.43 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 x 38mm dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 12Hz - 34kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Harman Preference Score | 72 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 120 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 104 dB SPL/V |
| Sub-bass Extension | Within 6 dB of target down to 20 Hz (-3.9 dB at 30 Hz) |
| Tonal Tilt | -0.78 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (352 g) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.1 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +3.7 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 160 Hz | -2.3 dB | 0.19 |
| Peak | 9,234 Hz | +6.1 dB | 1.00 |
| Peak | 2,262 Hz | +3.5 dB | 1.99 |
| Peak | 3,647 Hz | -3.9 dB | 3.86 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -0.0 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 504 Hz | +0.6 dB | 1.11 |
| Peak | 1,033 Hz | -1.2 dB | 2.73 |
| Peak | 53 Hz | -0.8 dB | 1.98 |
| Peak | 66 Hz | +0.6 dB | 4.36 |
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