Positioning - Dynaudio Sapphire Owner's Manual

A
B
Fig. 3 Positioning the loudspeakers.
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Positioning

The Sapphire consists of classic bass reflex loudspeaker design with no unusual or
extraordinary positioning demands. Every room will still have its own particular sound
characteristics. Any room is also shaped and decorated uniquely, and therefore remains
independent regarding options for positioning loudspeakers. The following steps are
general suggestions that will make the correct positioning easier to achieve.
Following explanations refer to Fig. 3:
• The distance between each loudspeaker and your listening position should be the
same (B). Try to achieve an isosceles triangle.
• The distance between the loudspeakers should be the same or better slightly less
than the distance between each loudspeakers and your listening position (A, B).
• The closer the listening position is in relation to the loudspeakers, the closer the
B
speakers can be positioned to each other
• As a starting point, it is recommended that the speakers be about 2 meters apart from
each other for the best results (A).
• If the speakers are positioned too close to each other, the stereo image will not seem
realistic; if that distance is too wide, the image may leave an acoustic hole in the
middle.
A ≤ B
• Paying attention to the image during listening tests will help dictate optimum
placement during experimentation and set-up.
CAUTION Excessive brightness
Direct sunlight or excessive brightness can affect the color of any natural wood veneer
(the structural integrity of the cabinet will not be affected).
To maintain the aesthetic quality of the Sapphire for the long term, placing such in very
warm, very cold or very humid environments should be avoided.
Positioning
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