Product Overview

The Neumann NDH 30 Black Edition (Model: 399006) is the professional's choice for a transparent, reference-grade monitoring experience in a sleek, modern aesthetic. Following the massive success of the NDH 30, this Black Edition offers the same surgical precision and spatial resolution but in an elegant matte black finish. It is designed to replicate the sonic signature of a perfectly calibrated Neumann KH-series monitor system, allowing for seamless transitions between loudspeaker and headphone mixing.

Product Description

• The Reference Standard in Matte Black: The Black Edition trades the traditional silver aluminum look for a sophisticated, understated matte black finish. This "stealth" design is not only visually striking but also highly practical for professional environments, resisting fingerprints and minimizing reflections.

• Open-Back Spatial Precision: The NDH 30 Black Edition is an open-back dynamic headphone that functions as an acoustic dipole. This design allows for a remarkably wide soundstage and precise localization of instruments. You can judge the depth, width, and placement of sounds in a 3D stereo panorama with the same accuracy as a high-end mastering room.

• Unrivaled Linearity and Transients: Equipped with frequency-selective absorbers, the NDH 30 eliminates the high-frequency peaks that often plague other headphones. This results in a dry, fast, and extremely linear frequency response (12 Hz – 34 kHz). Whether you are balancing low-end sub-frequencies or surgical vocal EQ, the NDH 30 gives you the "honest" truth.

• Superior Comfort for Mastering Sessions: Designed for long-term wear, the Black Edition features large, circumaural memory foam ear pads covered in a breathable premium cloth. This reduces heat buildup and ear fatigue, ensuring that your critical thinking remains sharp even during 10-hour mixing sessions.

• Internally Balanced Connection: To ensure maximum signal purity, the headphone includes a high-quality, internally balanced straight cable. This design minimizes channel crosstalk, which is essential for maintaining the integrity of the stereo image and transient detail.

• Handcrafted Durability: The mechanical construction is a masterclass in German engineering. It features an adjustable headband made of flexible spring steel and ear cups machined from lightweight aluminum. The foldable design allows it to be easily transported in the included soft cloth bag.

   

Key Features

• Reference-Grade Linearity: Sound signature calibrated to match Neumann’s KH-line studio monitors.

• Open-Back Transparency: Offers a natural, air-filled soundstage with ultra-low distortion ($<0.03\%$ THD).

• Internally Balanced Cable: Specifically designed to enhance spatial resolution and minimize interference.

• Black Edition Aesthetic: Sleek matte black finish with clearly legible "L" and "R" markings inside the cups.

• Professional Longevity: Built with high-quality metal components (steel and aluminum) for years of studio use.

• Foldable & Portable: High-end performance that you can take from the home studio to professional facilities.

Applications

• Mixing & Mastering: The ultimate reference for spatial placement and frequency balance.

• Binaural & Immersive Audio: An ideal tool for creating 360-degree audio, VR, and Atmos content.

• Critical Editing: Hear clicks, pops, and subtle artifacts that other headphones might miss.

• High-End Audiophile: Provides a completely uncolored, "source-direct" listening experience.

Technical Specifications