Speaker grills are typically designed to protect the speaker components from damage and provide a uniform appearance. However, some audiophiles argue that removing the grills can result in improved sound quality by reducing diffraction and allowing for better dispersion of sound waves. It is recommended to experiment with both methods and listen for any noticeable differences in sound before making a final decision.
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It depends on the grill construction and the speaker designer's intention.
Some speakers are designed to be used with the grill on, e.g. the LS3/5A, while others benefit from having the grill off.
These days, grills can be constructed in such a minimalist manner that the difference between on and off may not be discernible.
It depends on the grill construction and the speaker designer's intention.
Some speakers are designed to be used with the grill on, e.g. the LS3/5A, while others benefit from having the grill off.
These days, grills can be constructed in such a minimalist manner that the difference between on and off may not be discernible.
Just place some speaker grille cloth over your ears and you'll be able to judge how big an effect it has, mainly on high frequencies. The kind of metal grille used for fans and so forth is more acoustically transparent and more protective I reckon. Cloth does protect against liquid splashes though, so it really depends on what you need to protect them from.