Overview
Introduction
Russound introduces a unique line of outdoor speakers. These Rock Speakers are designed to look like natural outcroppings of rock instead of bulky aluminum and plastic speak- ers that detract from nature’s beauty. Russound Rock Speakers are a distinctive addition to your yard and blend into any land- scape for a convenient and practical outdoor audio solution.
The realistic rock speakers are offered in three styles to match your landscape: Gray Granite, Fieldstone and White Sandstone. These shapes and finishes closely mimic rocks found in nature for a quality, believable look.
The secret to the realistic look of the rock speakers is in the way they are crafted. The cast enclosure process produces more lifelike shapes and surfaces. This process is more expensive, but the
The resulting Rock Speaker has a sturdy, waterproof cabinet tough enough for use in all types of weather and environments. The enclo- sure is silicone sealed and equipped with a water drain for the speaker opening.
For added convenience an attached security eyelet is provided to prevent the speaker from getting ‘carried away.’ Also included are sili-
Each speaker has a 6.5” coaxial
With 10 – 100 watt power handling, Russound Rock Speakers fit any outdoor speaker neces- sities, for monaural or stereo applications.
Speaker Placement
An important factor for speaker placement is the location elevation. Select a spot wires can be run to from the audio system. The speak- ers should face the listening area and be spaced for best sound coverage for the area. The realistic rock shape and finish will blend in best if placed in a manner that mimics nature, such as near a rock wall or amidst ground plantings. Be sure to avoid placing the speaker in low spots that collect water.
Elevation and Slope
Speakers should be placed on the same level for balanced sound delivery. Speakers on dif- ferent elevations will have different sound char- acteristics. The acoustic design is optimized to provide the best sound when placed on level ground at the same elevation as the lis- tening area. Placing the speaker on higher ele- vations or tilting it upwards will provide less than optimal sound. Speakers should be placed for best sound delivery with the base of the speaker as level as possible. Never lean a speaker back to aim the sound up as this could allow it to retain water.
Amplifier Considerations
The Rock Speakers should be powered by an amplifier that provides a minimum of 10 watts per channel. An amplifier that has both stereo and mono capability is a plus, as you may want to use mono for large areas.
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