Sound System Set Ups & Apps – Part 3

SOUND SYSTEMS: SETUPS & APPS SERIES Part 3 of 7 SPEAKER TECH TODAY'S LOUDSPEAKERS ARE PACKED WITH ALL KINDS OF AMAZING INNOVATIONS TO MAKE SOUND CLEARER AND MORE ABSORBING. Here are a few technologies to look for when picking out a set of surround sound speakers to create the wrap-around effect: Acoustic Lens TIME LENS improves soundstaging by aligning the drivers in the array. Time Aligned Tweeter You'll hear all the frequencies at the same time, increasing precision. ACOUSTIC LENSES circulate sound waves to make the audio sound larger, making the soundstage noticeably wider. Acoustic Lens Typical Half-Roll Mirage Ribbed Elliptical Surround™M RIBBED ELLIPTICAL SURROUND reduces distortion and increases efficiency by changing the shape of the speaker from a half roll to an ellipse. BASSTRAC CIRCUITRY stops distortion by monitoring the audio signal. Original Waveform Distorted Waveform TRACTRIX HORNS directly project high frequencies to the listener using flared openings. DISCLAIMER When creating a surround sound system for an apartment or shared living space, be mindful of your neighbors and any extra noise that may come from the new system. http://www.forrent.com/blog/apt_life/sound-system-set-ups-apps-part-3 ForRent.com Homes.com