Sound System Tuning Roadmap

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dedicated EQ for < Level Combine
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Solo Spkr B A+B array B

NO
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crossovers
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using an
place crossover using an inverted sine
able to
physically
processing? 6 Alignment in desired impulse wave, warble, or
two-channel
move them.
frequency range response
measurement FFT
measurement
NO
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measurement Y
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mic positions
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to ID
S Show temperature,
humidity, and
noise standards
resonances and
feasible in useful
human bodies feedback
positions?

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