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SPEAKER PLACEMENT
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
Powered Subwoofer (HKSUB 12)
As a general rule, bass response increases
as a subwoofer is placed closer to a wall.
Therefore, bass output is maximized when
the subwoofer is placed in a corner.
We recommend that you place the
HKSUB 12 along the same wall as the front
loudspeakers, as shown in the diagram.
Low-frequency sounds are normally
omnidirectional, meaning the listener
cannot localize them to a specific place
in the room. However, frequencies between
75Hz – 150Hz can be localized, especially
at higher volume levels. Positioning your
subwoofer as recommended will provide the
most natural soundstage and imaging from
your loudspeaker system.
Remember that these are just guidelines.
Since every listening room is different,
Harman Kardon strongly recommends
experimenting with the positioning of your
subwoofer to obtain the most pleasing
results in your room. One technique that
can help you find the ideal subwoofer loca-
tion is to temporarily place the subwoofer
near the main listening location. Then move
around the room and determine where you
hear the most pleasing bass performance.
This is the ideal location for the subwoofer.
HKSUB 12
