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Sigberg Audio SBS.1 User Manual

Sigberg Audio SBS.1 User Manual

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  • Page 1 SBS.1 S I G B E R G Active A U D I O Speakers USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 WE CAN’T WAIT TO PLAY YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC!
  • Page 3 Thank you for purchasing a Sigberg Audio product. We have done our best to provide a high quality product that will be yours to enjoy for many years to come. Please read this manual carefully to ensure that you get the most out of your investment! It includes information about how to install, set up and care for your loudspeakers.
  • Page 4 INSTALLATION & SETUP...
  • Page 5: Available Connections

    (left or right) or use an Y-split.  USB input  Connect your laptop to access the parametric EQ and additional settings. Otherwise for maintenance / service only. USB audio not supported SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 6 INITIAL CONNECTIONS  The easiest way to think of the SBS.1 is as speakers with built-in Pre-amp mono power amplifiers. This means you need to connect them to a pre-amplifier or processor with either RCA or XLR stereo outputs, the same way you would with a power amplifier.
  • Page 7 / farfield studio use. PLACEMENT: INTRODUCTION On the following pages we will share some advice for how to get the most out of your SBS.1 speaker system. SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 8 The SBS.1 is designed to play well with no (zero) toe- in, so placing the speakers parallel to the wall. This will give the largest soundstage, and due to the point source nature of the coax driver, it will still give SPEAKER you accurate stereo perspective.
  • Page 9 The SBS.1 is designed to blend in with a modern living space. Unlike many speakers, it is designed to be placed close to the rear wall. This will give the speakers a slight boost in the bass SPEAKER region, and it will also give a more even response in the...
  • Page 10 Distance: A SBS.1 system with speakers and one or more subwoofers have the capacity to fill relatively large rooms. At the same time, its response is both neutral and smooth, which means it can be used in a nearfield situation without listening fatigue.
  • Page 11 BASIC OPERATIONS Amplifier overview SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 12 Click the “select” button on the back of the speaker to switch between presets. The green LED lights marked P1 / P2 / P3 will indicate the active setting. BASIC OPERATIONS: BACK PANEL SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 13 (green led blinking). OPERATIONS: Signal auto-detect can be disabled on the main screen by changing the “Force ADJUSTING input” setting to the active input DEFAULTS Note: this setting is defined independently per preset. SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 14 SUBWOOFER INTEGRATION...
  • Page 15 If you can clearly hear the subwoofer, try turning the level down slightly. your subwoofer differently - so Integrating with Sigberg Audio Inkognito 10 or Inkognito 12: adjustments may be Set subwoofer gain to 12 o’clock (0 dB) needed to accommodate...
  • Page 16 The SBS.1 are designed to integrate perfectly with any Sigberg Audio subwoofers (set your subwoofer(s) to preset 2). In this case, you need to disable the internal lowpass/highpass feature of your AVR. Set your speakers to Large in the AVR setup, and set the subwoofer to LFE+Main.
  • Page 17 If you have trouble getting a good integration, try adjusting the crossover up or down slightly (anywhere between 80-120hz may be appropriate, depending INTEGRATING on your subwoofer and your room). SBS.1 WITH A SUBWOOFER OF A DIFFERENT BRAND SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 18 PRESETS...
  • Page 19 Preset 3: Warmer for reflective or “naked” rooms, or a slightly more relaxed  The green LED lights sound. marked P1 / P2 / P3 will indicate the active setting. MODES SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 20 SBS.1 Frequency Response Preset 1: Reference is preferably to most listeners.  Tip: This preset is tuned for playing with the grilles off. If you want to leave the grilles on, use preset 2. MODES SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 21 2khz and above for those who prefer a bit of extra "air" or sparkle - and/or has a room where this makes SBS.1 Frequency Response Preset 2: Brighter / Grille sense, typically larger compensation rooms or room with extra dampening.
  • Page 22 1- 5khz area which can be perceived as harsh in rooms with a lot of reflective surfaces. SBS.1 Frequency Response Preset 3: Warmer  The overall treble is also reduced slightly. MODES SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 23 EQUALIZER...
  • Page 24 Tip: Trying to use all nine filters to perfectly flatten the response isn’t always a good idea. Two or three well placed filters may actually sound best even though the result isn’t perfectly flat. Warning: We strongly advice against adding boost beyond 3dB. SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Do not use any cleaning solvents or soap, as this may damage the surface. Periodically check that all cables are connected properly, and that the speaker is securely installed on a level surface. SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 26: Technical Specifications

    Power (Auto switching) SPECIFICATIONS •Low Line input voltage: 100-120Vac ±10% •High Line input voltage: 200-240Vac ±10% •Max power consumption: 350W Dimensions •Width / Height / Depth: 190 / 410 / 230 mm Weight: 9,5kg SBS.1 USER MANUAL © 2021 Sigberg Audio...
  • Page 27: Contact & Support

    CONTACT & We wish to thank you once again for purchasing a Sigberg Audio SUPPORT subwoofer, we hope it will bring you joy! Sincerely, Thorbjørn Sigberg Founder SBS.1 USER MANUAL ©...
  • Page 28 ENJOY THE MUSIC!
  • Page 29 S I G B E R G A U D I O...