Owners Manual

GoldenEar BRX Manual
Bookshelf Reference X Owner’s Manual
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Positioning BRX as Left/Right Fronts
To ensure the best performance possible, observe the following placement
guidelines:
Accurate Timbre: For the most accurate and natural timbre, speakers’
high-frequency drivers should be at approximately ear level.
Balanced Bass: Placing speakers in corners will over-emphasize bass and
reduce overall clarity. If possible, position speakers 8 in (20 cm) or more from
the wall behind the speaker and as much as possible from either side wall.
This will ensure better bass performance and optimal midrange clarity.
Best Imaging: Measure the distance from your main listening area to the left
front speaker (we’ll call this distance “X”). For optimal imaging and largest
soundstage, place speakers “X” distance apart from each other (and no
less than
3
/4 of that distance —
3
/4 of “X”). To further optimize imaging, turn
speakers inward so they point toward the listening position with their axes
crossing just behind it.
Positioning BRX as Surrounds
When used as surround speakers, BRX speakers may be located on the side or behind the listeners. When used on
the sides, take care never to locate the speakers forward of the listeners (A). If the speakers are placed along the
rear wall as surrounds, it is suggested that they be positioned fairly wide apart if possible. For instance, if there is a
couch in the center of the rear wall on which the listeners will sit, try to position the speakers wider apart than the
couch (B).
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