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1. Location
a. Where to place it – behind a TV cabinet,
under a love seat, on the wall, etc…
SUBstage’s remarkably small size, and the fact that
bass sounds are much “less directional” (less easy to
detect where it’s from) than the upper tones, makes it
possible to place your SUBstage(s) almost anywhere
in the room. That said, location does affect the sonic
characteristics of any subwoofer.
Consider the following:
• Place it close to the main speakers or MAINstage
Given the option, placing a single subwoofer near your main speakers (ideally between) or
close to your MAINstage will help integrate the sound. In many rooms, “hiding” your SUBstage
behind a TV cabinet may be ideal.
• More walls, more bass
Basically the bottom line is: the more surfaces (walls, floors) that a speaker is close to, the
more bass (though not necessarily the best).
TWEAKERS TIP
– One way to determine the absolute best sounding location for your
SUBstage is to hook it up and place it on the floor exactly at your normal listening position,
put on something with lots of bass. Walk around to the various possible locations for the
sub…wherever it sounds best is your best-sounding SUBstage location.
• Provide adequate clearance
The speakers built into the SUBstage (both front and back) literally move out of the cabinet
when you listen to loud or dynamic music – by as much as half an inch. Make sure there is
adequate clearance and that all cables are run so not to be hit by driver excursion (which will
cause rattles and buzzes).
b. Properly Orient/Secure your SUBstage
• Adjusting the legs/feet – your SUBstage comes from the factory
with its 4 support legs adjusted for minimum height possible for
cable clearance. If on an uneven surface, adjust as necessary so
the top of SUBstage is level. Make sure all nuts are tightened
so they don’t rattle.
• When SUBstage is mounted upright between a wall and furniture – such as, TV cabinet
or armoire – the biggest challenge (as there are no absorption feet
are on the narrow side of the cabinet) is to securely brace it to
avoid box movement and vibration. Consider using the two included
foam packing endcaps placed on the unit, then securely wedge the
“package” into place. Take care that all wires and cables are carefully
laid to avoid interfering with the speaker movement in front or behind
your SUBstage.
• A secure wall-mount installation provides perhaps the ultimate in performance. Use our
optional wall mount brackets, available from your local dealer or www.soundmatters.com.
CAUTION:
If attached to a wall, the SUBstage will literally “shake the walls” so make sure that
the SUBstage is very securely mounted and that any pictures, shelving with knickknacks, etc.
are firmly attached to the wall – basically “earthquake-proof”.
Locking nut
Threaded foot
In the Corner
Most bass, but could
be a bit boomy.
Against a wall
More Bass
Away from the Wall
Less Bass
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6. Specifications
• Power Supply :
Digital 130kHz, 100–265Vac 150W
• Configuration:
Sealed FlatMagic™
• Drivers:
Forward-firing, patented, 6” neo-sandwich
with dual rear-firing “moving-wall” radiators
• Frequency Response:
35–200Hz, ±3dB 1w/1m (anechoic)
• Low Pass Crossover:
12dB/oct initial, 48dB/oct ultimate
• Phase Adjustment:
Continuously variable 0–180°
• Continuous RMS Power: 100 Watts
• EQ Settings (70Hz):
Flat, +3dB
• Inputs/Outputs:
Line Level single RCA and 1/8” stereo mini-jack (bi-directional)
• Cabinet (HxWxD):
4.05˝ x 16.7˝ x 7.9˝ – with feet, without grille
(103 x 424 x 201 mm – with feet, without grille)
• Weight (approx):
14 lbs (6.3kg)
soundmatters
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believes in a policy of continuous product improvement,
therefore specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
