I have searched and read most of the threads concerning the ideal ratio. I have come up with a set of dimensions for a MTM design that leave me with: 23w x 54.5h x 55.5d cm. This is asthetically the best solution beings that my wife wants the smallest visual footprint as possible. They are going into wall niches that are about 60cm deep, so I am trying to use as much of that depth as possible. But of course this leaves me with a box that could be hazardous to my bass response. Is this box a standing wave producer or can I fix that with some creative bracing inside?
My wife and I would appreciate any help. Thanks
My wife and I would appreciate any help. Thanks
Thanks Peter, but Ive read that and many similar. I know how to calculate an ideal box, just was wondering how the dimensions I gave above would sound.
Thanks
Thanks
just make sure......
that the back wall if well padded with sound adsorbing material, and it should be OK !
that the back wall if well padded with sound adsorbing material, and it should be OK !
... and of course you can always attach wedge-shaped slices of wood to the inside of the back and one, or both of the side walls.
Steve
Steve
Shape is a very small factor - despite all the hubbub that newbies read about shape ratios, I have yet to see evidence from measurements or listening tests that showed large problems in sound caused by shape of the box. One exception is very long narrow boxes with multiple woofers and boxes with little damping material.
Much more important is placement of the drivers on the baffle and the surrounding environment WRT room placement.
Put 1-2" (25-50mm) of damping material on the walls - if sealed use also volume stuffing and there will be no problem.
Much more important is placement of the drivers on the baffle and the surrounding environment WRT room placement.
Put 1-2" (25-50mm) of damping material on the walls - if sealed use also volume stuffing and there will be no problem.
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