Gradient R-5A User Manual page 7

USE AS A PANEL SPEAKER
The Gradient R-5A speakers can be positioned in a free space
as any panel speakers. In this case it is recommendable that the
distance from the rear wall will be minimum one meter (3'). In
theory increasing the distance from the rear wall will allow the
speaker to go lower in frequency. In practice however this rule
can be oversimplified. It is always a good idea to try different
distances. Proper starting points are one meter and two meters.
The basic set-up – where midrange & treble driver is on the
same side as woofers – is a good starting point. First direct the
speakers as in the Fig. 1. Also try to turn the speakers towards
the listener step by step.
Fig 1. Basic set-up where the woofers of the speaker are facing
forward. The distance between the speakers and the wall
should be at least one meter. The round Gradient logo
indicates the direction of the woofers.
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