Paradigm OM-605 owner manual Listening Room, Guidelines for Deciding on Subwoofer Placement

THE LISTENING ROOM

Paradigm® Reference in-wall subwoofers are suitable for use in a wide variety of listening environments. Note however, that room construction, dimensions and furnishings all play a part in the quality of sound you ultimately achieve. Try to follow these guidelines:

a)Strong, rigid walls are preferred for best bass balance. For even better results we recommend adding additional bracing and acoustic damping material to the cavity prior to installation. See section on ”Installation Into A Wall Without A Backbox” later in this manual for more details.

b)It is important to note that just as the amount of soft furnishings has a decided impact on mid and high frequencies, those frequencies below 150 Hz are dramatically affected by the room itself—its size, shape, as well as the physical boundaries of the room.

The extra care you take in correctly positioning your subwoofers will result in greater listening enjoyment. Follow the guidelines for placement below to achieve optimal sound in your room.

GUIDELINES FOR DECIDING ON SUBWOOFER PLACEMENT

When considering subwoofer placement directly into a wall, keep the following in mind:

•DO NOT install subwoofer in lath or plaster—over time, the bass vibrations will cause material to crack;

•DO NOT install subwoofer in cavities that contain ductwork;

•DO NOT locate subwoofer close to wall-mounted fixtures that may vibrate (remember to check the other side of the wall too!);

•DO NOT install subwoofer in a cavity that already contains an in-wall speaker;

•If installing subwoofer in a wall with metal studs, make sure the studs are securely fastened so that they do not vibrate or rattle;

•Some acoustic bleed-through in the adjacent room is unavoidable. See section on “Installation Into A Wall Without a Backbox” later in this manual for suggestions to reduce bleed-through.

(Guidelines and suggestions for the actual installation process can be found later in this manual.)

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