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Stenheim Alumine Loudspeakers Thank you for choosing to entrust your listening pleasure to Stenheim. Here in Switzerland we work hard to bring you a musical experience that will enthral and delight you for many, many years; to bring you your music, live. Your Alumine Threes are state-of-the-art speakers that deliver the very best in terms of musical rendition.
Information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Stenheim Suisse SA has reviewed this manual thoroughly in order that it will be an easy-to-use guide to your Stenheim loudspeakers. All statements, technical information and recommendations in this manual or any related documents are believed reliable.
Table of Contents 1. Alumine Three Key Features Technical Specifications 2. Unpacking and Setup Packing List Alumine Three Unpacking Guide Spikes Installation Guide Standard Cabling Break-in Period Loudspeaker Placement Acoustic Treatment Maintenance Warranty Coverage Owner’s Manual Stenheim Alumine Three...
Alumine Three Key Features Alumine Three speakers are designed to be a premium listening system, with a neutral, fast and truly dynamic way of reproducing music to capture the original excitement of the recording and every nuance of the artists’ performance. They are suitable for all kinds of music from classical to jazz, pop to hip hop, and to be used in any kind of small to large room.
Unpacking and Setup Packing List Stenheim Alumine Three Speakers Left Speaker (tweeter towards the right) Right Speaker (tweeter towards the left) Stenheim Alumine Three Accessories Case 8x Adjustable Stainless Steel Spikes 8x Stainless Steel Spike Shoes 1x C-Spanner 1x 7mm Spanner...
Keep the packaging safely to use again should you need to transport your speakers to another location. At least two people are required to unpack your Alumine Three loudspeakers. Do not attempt this job on your own as you risk damaging them.
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Check that the arrow is pointing upwards (Stenheim text reads from top to bottom) Step 4: remove the tape and open the box, remove the technical sheet, the accessories with the foam and the protective plastic. Owner’s Manual Stenheim Alumine Three...
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Make sure that the box's cardboard flaps are splayed out to enable you to lift the box off the speaker. Owner’s Manual Stenheim Alumine Three...
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Step 6: Remove the box, the blue protective foams, the polythene cover and the protective plastic sheet taped on to the top baffle. Owner’s Manual Stenheim Alumine Three...
Step 3: Using the C-Spanner, adjust the spike heights by turning the cones: Turn the cone anti-clo- ckwise to increase the height. Turn the cone clockwise to decrease the height. Increasing speaker height Owner’s Manual Stenheim Alumine Three...
The Alumine Three SE is equipped with a second row of binding posts to enable bi-wiring or bi- amping. There are sonic advantages to doing one or the other and you will gain the best sound from your Alumine Three SEs by employing one of them.
Quality of reproduction will improve during the running-in period. You should vary the styles of music as much as possible. Your speakers should already be performing well, but they will get even better as they break-in. 200 to 300 hours of break-in are recommended for the Alumine Three. Owner’s Manual Stenheim Alumine Three...
After this time, your Alumine Three speakers will have reached their full performance and will not change for many years to come. You should get through the break-in period before trying to find the definitive location for your loudspeakers. Loudspeaker Placement Finding the right location for your loudspeakers in your listening room is a delicate process of trial and error.
Maintenance Your Alumine Three speakers will not require maintenance in normal usage. There is no serviceable part inside. Any attempt to open the speaker by non-authorized personnel will void the warranty. Use only a soft and dry cloth to remove any dust or marks as necessary.
Stenheim Suisse SA standards and requirements and the certification has been accepted by Stenheim Suisse SA. In this event the Extended Warranty for the Product so purchased and certified shall expire at the end of the original Extended Warranty period applicable to the Product.
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