recommended starting point from the side walls. However, because of the driver
selection and their dispersion characteristics, it is possible to get quite close to
the side walls with care. In the event that the room does not allow anything
else, distance apart will be far more critical than the actual distance from the
side walls.
With
The
Music, before moving the speakers into the room it is necessary to
have the spiked foot kit installed. We suggest starting with each spike set with
approximately one centimeter of thread between the top of the foot bracket and
the bottom of the lock rings. This will allow for the greatest amount of
adjustment when doing the final fine adjustments. With the speakers playing
something with extended pulsing bass, something like a full double bass
instrument, carefully pull the speakers further into the room until a natural, fully
resolved and extended bass line can be heard. What you are listening for is full
resolution without a boominess or slowness. Typically you will find this location
within one to two meters from the back wall. It may be necessary to use
furniture slides given the weight of each speaker in order to complete this step.
Remember to never move the complete speaker by handling the
Music Center
.
All movements must be done by gripping the bass cabinet only.
After achieving ideal bass performance, carefully ensure that the cabinets are
level and stable. This should provide for a noticeable improvement in the clarity
and definition in bass performance. At this point, final adjustments to the
Music
Center
should be done.
Before trying to move the shoe, be sure the lock down screw at the rear of the
cabinet is loose. Then, carefully make small adjustments both angling in the
Music Center
both in and out on either side until the desired sonic image is
achieved. The basic rule is that movements towards the listening position (in)
will result in a slightly warmer sound while movements away from the listening
position (out) will offer greater clarity and speed. As with all experiences, too
much of a good thing is no longer good. Too much warmth results in a dullness,
while too much clarity and speed will result in a harshness. After finding the
ideal balance, please lock the horizontal rotation lock screw snugly; over
tightening is not necessary.
The last step of setup is the image height. Because of the dispersion
characteristics and phase or timing correctness of the
Music Center
, adjustments
in height will mostly affect image height. If you use a piece of music with a
single central focused vocal, adjust the height of both speakers until there is a
solidity and consistency across the entire sound stage.
Note: The height grid located on the rear of the Music Center will typically be
located between 0 and 3 and not higher after final setup and is also only a
guide.
As mentioned from the beginning, this setup guide is just that, a guide. Nothing
can replace careful listening within the given room of installation. If you find that
an adjustment in your system, which is contrary to these recommendations,
yields better sound and more musical results, trust that first. Ultimately your
ears are the most important tool in proper speaker setup.
