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Is it possible to shield unshielded speakers?

Hi,

I bought a pair of paradigm Monitor 7's unshielded from a friend (at the time, this wasn't an issue).
Now,I plan to upgrade my tv to a widescreen (16x9). Since my living room is a bit small, I would like to know if it's possible to shield my present speakers or do I have to get a new shielded pair?

Thanks for all your help in this matter.

Litsa123;-)
litsa123

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Joshl: The speaker magnets won't damage your T.V.
The T.V. picture will be distorted if it's too close to a magnetic field.
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You COULD shield them but the shielding would (probably) have to applied to the outside of the cabinet.

Why not use your current speaks for surrounds or a bedroom system and get new shielded ones?
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I'd wait until I was sure there is a problem.
If the speakers are screwing with your picture, then follow Ozfly's advice and see if you can replace the drivers with shielded ones.
Lastly, you can buy some sheet copper and try to fashion the shield yourself.
Yes, it would look kind of funny.
I wouldn't take this approach.
Good luck!
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I'd just move the center channel a foot-or-so away from the TV. This should do it.
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Ozfly: I think the trick is to ground the aluminum/copper foil.
When a magnetic field passes thru copper, electrical current is produced.
Give the current somewhere to go (ground) and the field is no longer a problem.
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