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Most down firing subwoofers are placed on softer surfaces such as carpet. Although carpet will absorb some of the sound, it is better to place the down fire on carpet than it is on hard, smooth surfaces, as these will reflect sound directly and cause a boomy listening experience that can be fairly unpleasant.
Which is better front firing or down firing subwoofer?
Front-firing drivers in subwoofers produce all of the characteristics listed above far better than down firing drivers can, and the result is bass that sounds fast and airy while at the same time highly impactful –a characteristic that is blunted in down firing designs.
Are down firing subwoofers good?
Down-firing subwoofers push the soundwaves they produce towards the floor where they are reflected and given a richer sound for a stronger “rumble” effect with movies and games. This type of subwoofer can also be placed directly alongside a wall.
Where is the best place to position a subwoofer?
front Subwoofer placement in the front of the room is the most common and usually results in the best blending with the main speakers and center channel and minimizes localization effects. Bass is omni-directional.
Where should I place my rear firing subwoofer?
Here is the short answer. For the best sound quality, the subwoofer should be placed with the speaker facing out to the room, and the port should be away from a wall. Bass waves travel in all directions, but it's important to have the speaker facing your main listening area.
Can I place a down firing subwoofer on its side?
A down-firing subwoofer cannot be put on its side. Because the speaker needs to face the floor, it cannot work properly on its side. However, down-firing speakers shouldn't need to be set up where space is an issue. They are designed to be near the listening area, not inside a console.
What direction should subwoofer face?
In general, a subwoofer should be placed in a way that it's facing the main listening area. Generally speaking, a front-firing subwoofer needs to be facing out towards the room. The location you choose for your subwoofer plays a significant role in its performance.
Which direction should subwoofer face?
In general, a subwoofer should be placed in a way that it's facing the main listening area. Generally speaking, a front-firing subwoofer needs to be facing out towards the room. The location you choose for your subwoofer plays a significant role in its performance.
Can I put subwoofer behind sofa?
While subwoofers are often placed in the front left corner of the room, putting a subwoofer behind the couch (as long as it remains 25-35cm from the wall) can be optimal and help with localization. To test the best location for a subwoofer in your space, use an SPL to measure frequency response.