Congratulations on choosing the Acoustic
Energy AEGIS ONE — a powerful compact two-
way loudspeaker which features metal
diaphragm technology and is capable of out-
standing performance. Please take a few
moments to read this manual. The advice it
contains will enable you to get the very best
performance out of your Acoustic Energy loud-
speakers.
The AEGIS ONE utilises metal cone mid-bass drive unit
technology, proven in the AE Reference series. The rigid
anodised alloy cone ensures pure piston action and
also acts as a heat sink for the bonded voice coil. These
features provide exceptional clarity, transparency
dynamics and power handling.
The tweeter — or treble driver — is a high-quality silk
fabric dome unit integrating smoothly with the rest of
the system. Both drive units are fully magnetically
shielded so that the speakers can be used in close prox-
imity to a TV screen or monitor for AV applications.
AEGIS ONE loudspeaker uses quality OFC internal
wiring which enhances detail and transparency. For
exceptional results use AE UPOCC speaker cable which
is available from AE dealers and distributors.
The AEGIS ONEs are best heard with the tweeters
at, or just below, ear height when the listener is
seated. For serious listening the grilles are best
removed.
Rigid support is essential for the speaker to develop its
full detail and dynamic performance. Rigid stands
with spikes, cones or other methods of secure
mounting are recommended. ‘Free-field’ stand
mounting gives improved stereo separation and
depth. If AEGIS ONEs are shelf mounted the support
must be firm; cones are still recommended beneath
the cabinets.
Closeness to room boundaries has a major impact
on the low frequency performance. The speakers
should be kept away from corners (which will
produce booming). The speakers can be positioned
fairly close to a back or side wall but should not be
the same distance off the ground as from the rear or
side wall.
Experiment with the best position to achieve a full, yet
clean bass response. Trust your judgement and ears.
For best stereo imaging the speakers should be as far
apart as they are from the listening position.
Introduction
Positioning
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