All items tagged with subwoofers (227)

Speaker Builder: Open-Baffle Subwoofer Simulation with Akabak

December 11, 2024 by George Ntanavaras

Speaker Builder: Open-Baffle Subwoofer Simulation with Akabak

Confronted with the impossibility to conduct reliable measurements in the low-frequency domain for his DIY speaker project, George Ntanavaras explores the alternative of relying solely on simulation software. To validate the design of an open-baffle subwoofer using the AKABAK software, created by German company R&D Team, he also explores the transition from measurements to simulation. His experiments contrast the near-field response measurements of his loudspeaker with the accuracy of the simulation using AKABAK.

Simulation Techniques: Double Bass Arrays

November 21, 2024 by René Christensen

Simulation Techniques: Double Bass Arrays

Although the sound field in a room at low frequencies is one of the most discussed topics, approaches to dealing with room modes are typically treated as an optimization problem, and not correctly defined. This article explores a different strategy: the so-called Double Bass Array layout, using several subwoofers placed in a pattern, on the front and rear walls. Using advanced simulation techniques in order to understand what truly happens in the resulting room mode behavior, sound pressure levels, and resonances, this article builds upon existing research (Geddes, Welti, Devantier, et al.)

Brane Audio RAD Speaker Technology Named in TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024

November 4, 2024 by Joao Martins

Brane Audio RAD Speaker Technology Named in TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024

As TIME revealed its annual list of the Best Inventions, which features 200 product, technologies and innovations changing our lives, there was a surprising mention of Brane Audio's Brane X portable speaker as a winner in the Entertainment & Gaming category. As audioXpress and Voice Coil readers learned earlier - and coincidently James Croft writes about in Voice Coil November 2024 - the company's Repel-Attract-Driver (RAD) that is part of the Brane X design, is indeed the first effective embodiment of a negative-spring woofer that bends Hofmann’s Iron Law.

Celestion Introduces CF1230BMB Extended Excursion Compact Bass/Midbass Pro Audio Woofer

October 29, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Celestion Introduces CF1230BMB Extended Excursion Compact Bass/Midbass Pro Audio Woofer

Celestion introduced the CF1230BMB 12-inch woofer, suited to both bass and midbass professional audio applications. The new ferrite magnet, cast aluminum chassis driver is engineered for a longer throw than conventional midbass speakers, being able to produce more low-end when loaded into conventional two-way enclosures. Celestion also says the new compact woofer excels as a bass unit in compact subwoofer applications.

Mackie Redefines What’s Possible with Next-Generation of Affordable CR Monitors

October 18, 2024 by Alfred Moody

Mackie Redefines What’s Possible with Next-Generation of Affordable CR Monitors

Mackie announced the third generation of its Creative Reference (CR) monitors, now adding a flexible tone control and location switch for even more flexibility in any application. The new powered studio monitors now can switch between desktop and bookshelf speaker modes, and shape the sound for more bass or added high-end sparkle with the tone control knob, depending if the monitors are being used in the studio, for casual listening, partying, or entertainment. The updated Mackie CR Series includes models with 3.5-, 4.5-, 5, and 8-inch woofers, with and without Bluetooth, plus an 8” subwoofer.

Sonos Unveils New Arc Ultra Soundbar Featuring Sound Motion Technology

October 16, 2024 by Joao Martins

Sonos Unveils New Arc Ultra Soundbar Featuring Sound Motion Technology

Sonos announced Sonos Arc Ultra, a new premium soundbar that also debuts the new Sound Motion transducer technology that finally leverages some of the original Mayht patents. Part of the new generation of advanced designs that the Sonos engineering team is creating, the Sonos Arc Ultra is able to reinvent what a premium soundbar is capable of doing. With the new soundbar, Sonos also introduced Sub 4 with a refreshed design, both systems tightly integrated with Sonos app updates that deliver a significant progress in performance.

SVS Launches Flagship 17-Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofers with Digital Control

October 7, 2024 by Alfred Moody

SVS Launches Flagship 17-Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofers with Digital Control

SVS, a name that everyone immediately identifies with powerful subwoofers, launched its new flagship 17-Ultra R|Evolution subwoofer series. Previewed at CEDIA 2024 in Denver, the two new 17-Ultra subwoofer designs represent a ground-up design approach for the Ohio-based audio brand, including a custom 17" high-excursion woofer with dual voice coil windings, a digital processing stage, and full room correction optimization through a smartphone app.

Trinnov Audio Makes WaveForming Room Optimization Technology Available via Free Software Upgrade

August 15, 2024 by Joao Martins

Trinnov Audio Makes WaveForming Room Optimization Technology Available via Free Software Upgrade

In anticipation for the upcoming CEDIA Expo in September, and short after Trinnov Audio opened its new office and demonstration center in the USA, the French company confirmed that its WaveForming room optimization technology is now publicly available on the Altitude line of audio processors. This is one of the most important development projects for Trinnov, reinforcing its position in advanced audio processors for home theater, high-end audio and commercial cinemas.

audioXpress September 2024 Is Live. Make Smart Audio Moves!

August 12, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

audioXpress September 2024 Is Live. Make Smart Audio Moves!

There's a lot of knowledge in audioXpress September 2024. There's a residential installation and home theater Market Update, and a review of the Dayton Audio iMM-6C USB-C Test Microphone. George Ntanavaras shares what he learned using AKABAK simulation software, and Charlie Laub explains all about Derived from Elliptic crossover filters. Read Jan Didden's interview with Joachim Gerhard discussing Low Noise Phono Stages, and learn how to build a Moving-Coil Phono Preamp designed by Sam Dulaney. And much more.

MartinLogan Unveils New and Improved Abyss Subwoofers

August 2, 2024 by Alfred Moody

MartinLogan Unveils New and Improved Abyss Subwoofers

For a company recognized for its electrostatic speakers, MartinLogan did very well when it decided to also offer subwoofers in 2001, creating a completely new growth category. In 2006, MartinLogan launched the Abyss series and took that business to another level. Now, the Kansas-based company relaunched the Abyss high-performance subwoofer range, adding advanced DSP, built-in wireless, advanced Anthem room correction, and easy-to-use app control.

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