Neumann MA 1 Monitor Alignment Microphone and Calibration System

Optimize Your Sound with Neumann MA 1 Monitor Alignment
At Sweetwater, we often say, "If you can’t hear it, you can’t mix it." This mantra underscores the importance of accurate sound reproduction in any studio setting. The Neumann MA 1 Automatic Monitor Alignment System is an essential addition for owners of Neumann KH-series loudspeakers, designed to ensure that what you hear is as close to perfect as possible. This system, developed in collaboration with Fraunhofer IIS, uses advanced calibration algorithms to fine-tune your monitors, enhancing your mixing and listening experience.

Advanced Calibration for Pristine Audio Quality
The Neumann MA 1 system is not just about adjusting volume levels; it's a comprehensive solution that optimizes the frequency curve, amplitude, and phase of your monitors. By employing a specially calibrated measurement microphone, the system meticulously analyzes and adjusts your setup, ensuring optimal sound quality in your studio environment.

Seamless Integration with KH-Series Monitors
One of the standout features of the MA 1 system is its ability to store calibration data directly in your DSP-powered KH-series studio monitors. This means no more dealing with external plugins or software to achieve the perfect sound. The system is designed for simplicity and efficiency, allowing you to set it and forget it, focusing on what matters most - your music.

Compatibility and Ease of Use
The Neumann MA 1 is specifically tailored for a stereo set of Neumann’s KH 80 DSP monitors, but it's also compatible with non-DSP KH-series monitors when used with a KH 750 DSP subwoofer. Setting up the system is straightforward: connect your loudspeakers to your audio interface’s balanced analog outputs, or to a monitor controller’s outputs. For KH 750 DSP subwoofer users, AES3 connectivity is an option. The system requires an audio interface with a balanced analog input, +48V phantom power, and two balanced analog outputs for operation.

Reliable and Consistent Performance
With the MA 1, calibration data is stored inside your DSP-powered monitors, eliminating the risk of leaving a plugin on your mix bus during rendering - a common issue with software-based room correction solutions. This feature ensures that your alignment settings remain consistent across all sessions and applications, providing a stable and reliable mixing environment.