What are flyable speakers?
The FLYING SPEAKERS is a big load speaker construction, assembled on a huge helium balloon. The balloon can fly and navigate in order to optimize its location according to changes in environmental acoustic conditions (like wind direction or location of the audience).
What is line array speaker?
A line array is a loudspeaker system that is made up of a number of usually identical loudspeaker elements mounted in a line and fed in phase, to create a near-line source of sound.
How do you fly a line array?
Line arrays can be flown inside scaffolding towers, with the chain motor for the array usually connected to a beam secured across the top of the tower. Make sure the beam is secured to the tower and not just held in place by the weight of the PA.
Are line array speakers better?
Vertical line arrays and column speakers tend to provide good control of the vertical coverage, but provide a predetermined horizontal. Depending on the aspect ratio of the room and the horizontal reverberation character of the space, point source speakers can perform better than a line array in this regard.
Why are line array speakers better?
With this type of speaker, sound pressure is affected less by distance, allowing for clearer, more consistent sound reinforcement. As a result, ample sound pressure can be delivered to back-of-house without making front-of-stage excessively loud.
Is it OK to hang speakers from ceiling?
If you want to keep your speakers off shelves or the floor, you’ll want to use a commercial speaker mount to hang them on the wall or ceiling. It should be noted, however, that experts don’t typically recommend speakers be hung from the ceiling.
Where do you put satellite speakers?
Place them about 1 or 2 feet above the listener – in line with, or slightly wider than, the front speakers. If that’s not possible, the next best option is directly at either side – 90° to the listening position. Again, 1 or 2 feet higher than the listener.
When would you use a line array?
A line array system projects sound in a shape that is closer to cylindrical. This greatly reduces the amount of sound energy that is projected vertically (to the ceiling and floor). It’s good to reduce vertical dispersion for two reasons.
Do you need a subwoofer with ceiling speakers?
Do you need a subwoofer for ceiling speakers? A subwoofer isn’t required with ceiling speakers, but it will help in handling all the bass or low-end frequencies that ceiling speakers can’t produce. Plus, it greatly enhances the experience of your sound system as a whole.
Are ceiling speakers good for music?
Are ceiling speakers good for music? Yes, ceiling speakers are great for music. They have the ability to create a surround sound feeling that envelops you, in the same way as being at a concert hall or live music event might.
What is the best height for satellite speakers?
When not installing immersive audio speakers, place the surround speakers approximately two feet above sitting ear height, which is generally 6 feet. The proper height when using immersive formats is a bit contentious as some state to place surround speakers at ear height, with tolerances up to 2 feet above ear height.