Definitive Technology Mythos Five Mythos Four & Mythos 5 Manual - Page 3

"Spiking" Your Loudspeakers An optional "spiking" kit has been provided should you desire to "spike" your loudspeakers. "Spiking" your loudspeakers will provide much greater stability when placing your loudspeakers on carpeting. It will also, according to many experts, result in an overall improvement in sonic performance. Care should be taken when using spikes as they may cause damage to wooden or other floors which are susceptible to being scratched. Definitive Technology is specifically not responsible for damage which may result from the use of spikes. The spike kit contains five spikes. To install, unscrew the non-marking tips from the centers of the five leveling feet and screw the five spikes in their places. Then, with the help of another person, lift the speaker upright and lower it to its exact desired position on the floor. You must lower the speaker to the exact position you want because once the spikes are in place you cannot move the speakers sideways on the rug or floor - this may damage the floor or the speakers. Next, adjust the spikes so the speaker sits solidly on all five spikes (and does not rock). Positioning Your Mythos Speakers in Your Room Your new Mythos speakers are very flexible in terms of positioning and placement options and they will produce excellent sound in almost any location. Following a few simple guidelines can, however, optimize their performance for the more critical listener. 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. 3