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Subwoofer Position
Generally, subwoofers have the most output when placed in
the corner of a room. However, this can also exaggerate the
subwoofers output making blending difficult. We recommend start-
ing by placing the subwoofer in a corner. If, after the full range
of tuning techniques have been employed, the subwoofer sounds
like it has too much upper bass energy try pulling it away from
the wall, toward the listening position. This will lessen the rein-
forcement of these problematic frequencies from the wall and likely
smooth out the response. Repeat the tuning techniques with the
woofer controls after you move it.
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Setting up a subwoofer can be a daunting process. However,
equipped with the right knowledge, exceptional results are attain-
able. To assist in the process of setting up your subwoofer, we've
created an online resource to walk you through the process. Here
you will find tips and tricks to aid with placement, connection, and
setting the controls. Please visit www.martinlogan.com/subsetup.
Ask Your Dealer
Your MartinLogan dealer can suggest many options for optimal
subwoofer placement. They also have many tools at their disposal,
such as experience, familiarity with the associated equipment, and
even sound analysis equipment which may make the task of deter-
mining optimal subwoofer placement easier.
Enjoy Yourself
MartinLogan subwoofers are very refined subwoofers and will ben-
efit from care in setup. With the above placement tips in mind you
will find, over months of listening, that small changes can result in
measurable differences. As you live with your subwoofer, do not
be afraid to experiment with positioning until you find the optimal
relationship between your room, settings and subwoofer that gives
you the best results. Your efforts will be rewarded.
Installing in a Cabinet
When placing the subwoofer inside of a cabinet it is recommend-
ed that you use a front-firing configuration and that there be a
minimum of three inches of open space between the cabinet and
the front and back sides.
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Figure 23. MartinLogan subwoofers as the LFE channels, MartinLogan
speakers as front, center, and surround (effects) channels. Note the corner
placement of the subwoofers at the front of the listening room.
Figure 24. Placing the subwoofer in a cabinet requires a minimum of three
inches of open space on the front and back.