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The placement of any speaker can dramatically affect its sound. Thus, there are several considerations to review when placing loudspeakers. For best coverage, the speakers should be placed or mounted above head level. This allows the high-frequencies to reach mem- bers of the audience located in the back. The larger the audience, the higher the speakers should be placed.

The horn in your ACE Series speakers can be oriented for “wide” or “tall” coverage.

WIDE

TALL

Consider speaker placement and coverage needs to determine the best horn position. In the “wide” posi- tion, horizontal coverage is 90° and vertical coverage is 60°. In the “tall” position, vertical coverage is 90° and horizontal coverage is 60°.

To rotate the horn, first remove the four corner screws. Pull the horn out just enough to rotate it, taking care not to disconnect the wires. Replace the four corner screws.

Other considerations are feedback and bass performance. If the speaker is placed near a large, flat wall, bass output will be increased by approximately 6 dB. However, placing the speaker near a wall can cause feedback. If this occurs, the speaker must be moved. In general, placing speakers near a wall works best if the sources feeding the speaker are line level items. To reduce microphone feedback, use cardioid pattern microphones, keeping them behind, and pointed away from loudspeakers.

When

loudspeakers

S T A G E

are

used

in stereo,

 

(either

singly

or in

 

clusters), they should

 

be

separated

and

 

angled so

that the

 

coverage

patterns

 

overlap.

 

 

 

When

loudspeakers

 

are

clustered,

they

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should be angled so

 

that

 

the

coverage

 

patterns

do

not

 

overlap.

Speakers

 

groups of two should

 

have

their

horns

 

oriented in the “wide”

 

position.

 

 

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Loudspeaker groups of three should have their horns oriented in the “tall” position. For larger venues, loudspeaker clusters can be treated as single units.

 

 

 

 

 

Your

ACE

 

 

 

 

 

loudspeakers

can

S

T

A

G

E

also

be used

as

 

 

 

 

 

stage

monitors

 

 

 

 

 

when

placed

on

 

 

 

 

 

their sides.

 

When used as a stage monitor, the horn should be rotated to the “wide” position relative to the floor to provide uniform coverage.

S

T

A

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E

Larger stages may require additional monitors.

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1515, 2012 specifications

The Fender 2012,1515 is an exceptional amplifier that epitomizes the blend of vintage aesthetics and modern technology, catering to guitarists who crave both rich tones and advanced features. This model, part of Fender's long-standing legacy, is designed to offer versatility, making it suitable for various music genres, from blues to rock and jazz.

One of the standout features of the Fender 2012,1515 is its powerful tube-driven architecture. Utilizing high-quality vacuum tubes, this amplifier delivers warm, organic sounds characterized by dynamic responsiveness and smooth overdrive. The natural harmonics produced by the tube design create an unmatched richness that solid-state amplifiers struggle to replicate. Players often describe the sound as being alive, making every note resonate deeply, an essential quality for both live performances and studio recordings.

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In summary, the Fender 2012,1515 amplifier represents a remarkable fusion of traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation. With its tube-driven sound, versatile channel options, and thoughtful features, it stands out as a go-to choice for guitarists looking to enhance their musical creativity while enjoying the timeless Fender legacy.
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