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In the Forum: Horn-Loaded Speakers
In the Thread: 45Hz Bass Horn
Post Subject: Bass from behindPosted by jessie.dazzle on: 6/19/2008
I've been thinking; rather than placing the mid-bass horns off to the sides or above the rest of the horns as in the first two images below (a CAD model of the horns in my new place); a plan which implies accepting imperfect time alignment...


Long Wall 01 Light.jpg
Original idea for setup as seen from the listening seat

Long Wall 01 Lite.jpg
The same set up, as seen from above
(the thing at which the horns are aimed is a chair with footrest) 

If space allows, why not try placing the mid-bass horns behind the listener as in the following image?

Short Wall 01 Light.jpg
Mid-bass horns located behind listener; main horns in front

Since all drivers are located the same distance from the listener's ears (in the case of the mid-bass horns, the distance is to the rear), this would permit time alignment without obscuring the output of the smaller horns. In the case of a 45 or 50Hz horn, it is likely that the output would be between 90 and 250Hz. The big question is of course would the point of origin of this output be perceptible, and if so, would it be problematic if perceived as coming from the rear? 

Any thoughts?

jd*

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