GoldenEar Invisa 650 - Manual (Page 4)

Invisa® Series Owner’s Manual
Speaker Placement
GoldenEar Technology Invisa ® speakers are designed to allow flexible placement while providing a very large
window of sound throughout your listening room. Please remember that although the following recommendations
are usually valid, all rooms and listening sets-ups are somewhat unique, so do not be afraid to experiment with the
speakers. Remember, whatever sounds best to you is correct.
Room Acoustics
GoldenEar Technology Invisa ® speakers are designed to provide exceptional sound in a wide variety of
domestic settings. It is important to note however that listening room construction, dimensions and furnishings
all play a part in the quality of sound you will ultimately achieve from your new speakers. The listening room will
impose its own character on the performance capabilities of the speaker system. Regarding the room, please
note that:
• Mid and high frequencies are affected by the amount of soft furnishings in your room — curtains, carpets,
sofas, wall coverings, etc. An excess of such items can result in a somewhat dull sound. The same room
without any soft furnishings can produce an overall bright sound. The typical quantity of soft furnishings
found in most living environments provides the right acoustic characteristics to allow the speakers to
sound balanced;
• Concrete floors and walls tend to aggravate low-frequency standing wave problems and are
less preferred;
• Rooms where height, width and length are similar should be avoided as they can exhibit significant
low-frequency standing wave problems. This may result in reduced clarity. In such rooms avoid corner
placement to minimize acoustic problems.
The extra care you take in correctly positioning the speakers will result in greater listening enjoyment. So, keep
the following guidelines in mind when deciding on the best speaker placement.
To ensure the best performance possible, observe the following placement guidelines:
LOCATION: When preparing to install your speakers pick a location that has the required clearance between
wall studs or ceiling joists. Make sure to check for wiring, conduit, water pipes, HVAC ducts and other obstructions
before cutting the installation hole.
ACCURATE TIMBRE: For the most accurate and natural timbre, in-wall speakers’ high-frequency drivers should be
at approximately ear level. Stereo pairs should be placed approximately equal distance apart. Select locations
that allow the sound to reach the listening area unobstructed by furnishings.
BALANCED BASS: Placing speakers in corners will over-emphasize bass and reduce overall clarity. If possible,
position speakers away from either side wall. This will ensure better bass performance and optimal midrange clarity.
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