3 meter path length |
110 cm |
Figure 10.1 - Convergence of the wave front occurs with the listener ear situated approximately 110cm (43 1/2") from the floor and a preferred minimum of 3 meters (118 inches) from the system.
Summary
When the listener and system are situated properly within a carefully planned and set-up listening environment, the Sentinel multi-way system can deliver high-energy output with point-source accuracy. It is crucial to begin with a relatively large room that is acoustically treated reasonably and to follow the set-up guidelines detailed in Chapter 9, Room Acoustics and Speaker Position. The listener should be seated in a comfortable chair or sofa that is centered between the loudspeakers. At the preferred minimum distance of three meters from the system (the edge of driver wave front convergence), you can expect a natural stage presentation and realize the Reference System's potential for outstanding clarity and focus. On certain multi-miked recordings however, the high frequency information may appear slightly elevated within the sound stage. At four meters, the energy fields begin to blend more integrally and tonal balance becomes more correct. The image focus and size as well as the overall harmonic structure is improved, and the music integrates into a coherent whole.
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