THE TOTAL NUMBER OF PHASE INVERSIONS IN THE SIGNAL PATH
SHOULD BE EVEN.
If the number of phase inverting components is either none, or even, then simply
wire the speakers in a phase correct manner (amplifier C to speaker "-", amplifier
4, 8, or 16 to speaker "+".)
If the number of phase inverting components is odd, then one more inversion
should be added. This may either be accomplished at the speaker by wiring
amplifier C to speaker "+" and 4, 8, or 16 to speaker "-" or by reversing the
positive and ground leads of the cartridge. The latter method is preferable if one
inversion occurs in either your pre-preamplifier (the HV-1 is inverting) or in your
preamplifier phono stage (but not both). Making the correction at the cartridge
will then permit phase correct tape recording and playback.
If you do not know the phase of each component in your system, try listening
with your speakers hooked up both ways. When correctly phased, plucked strings
and other sharp transients will sound noticeably better defined.
3. Impedance Matching - Matching the rated nominal impedance of your
speakers with the amplifier output taps will not necessarily guarantee optimum
performance. The sound with a given set of speakers will vary with the different
impedance taps. We suggest listening to each of the three taps to select the best
match for your speakers.
