Near Field

Near Field (Near Field Monitors)

Type: noun

Pronunciation: /neer-feeld/

Also spelled or known as: Nearfield, Near-Field, Near Field Monitors

Related: Far Field, Mid Field, Studio Monitors, Near Field Monitors

What does Near Field mean? Speakers designed to be heard from a short distance or closer to listeners ear for accurate monitoring.

Near Field is a type of studio monitors designed to be closer to the listener’s ear. Most studio monitors are Near Field, rather than far away. Typically, 2-5 feet. Near-field monitors reduce room reflections and are commonly used in recording and mixing studios.

Near Field synonyms: Nearfield, Close-Range Monitoring

Example sentence: “I just bought some new near field speakers.”

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