richz

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Your opinions on how to string 25 ft speaker cables
I do not think there would be an audible difference at speaker level.  I do think that it will be easier for you to just pull the cables as a single bundle, rather than to twist them.  I agree with Kijanki that twisting cables reduces emf effects ... 
Request for assistance please room treatment
I see mentions of the RS SPL meter. I suggest getting the Studio Six apps for your I/O device. It is waaaay more flexible and accurate. It does so much more than just SPL. I even grab it for professional use, even though we own really expensive B&... 
Is it live or is it?
That is right MapMan, just like anything, there is a big range at concerts. Last year I heard a lot of shows that sounded great and had really skilled mixers, as well as lots of mediocre ones and some poor ones. Some of the young generation of FOH... 
Taming a bulkhead
I would not worry too much about it. Yes, it will result in a standing wave that can be calculated by the distance between the vertical surfaces and the front and rear walls. But that is probably a small factor next to the standing waves from the ... 
Request for assistance please room treatment
Hi, You use room treatment to solve certain issues that will not be altered by your equipment selection. Can you describe your actual issues? Are you having problems with imaging, low frequency buildup, etc? It is hard to know what to recommend wi... 
Is it live or is it?
I have worked in the professional audio industry for many years. I have designed and tuned many systems for 60,000-70,000 people as well as many smaller ones. While horns were once much more popular than they are today, even many of the line array... 
Thiel with "Warmest" Midrange? 2.7 vs 3.7 vs Older
Hello Prof, I have a fair amount of equipment including a pair of Thiel 3.7'sThey are the second pair of a thiel speakers I have owned. I currently also have Von Schweikert VR-4 jrs, which I use with a pair of Von Schweikert 18" subs. I also have ... 
Speakers for Coffee Shop
Hi, Where do you want the music to be heard? Everywhere, or just in certain areas? Do you want the speakers to be visible for esthetic reasons, or are you more interested in functionality? There are many good commercial speakers that are designed ... 
Anyone hear the "wall of sound"?
I just read back in this thread, and since I work in the pro audio market and also enjoy high end home gear I figured I would put in my thoughts. I have worked in the studio world as a designer and engineer, in live touring sound, as a consultant ... 
Anyone hear the "wall of sound"?
Hi, I heard this system many, many times. It really was special and had a unique sound unlike anything else I have heard. It sounded more like a huge stereo than a PA. I have worked my whole life in the pro audio world and that one system still st...