Harman Kardon HKSUB 12 Owners Manual - Page 10

SPEAKER PLACEMENT Powered Subwoofer (HKSUB 12) HKSUB 12 As a general rule, bass response increases as a subwoofer is placed closer to a wall. Therefore, bass output is maximized when the subwoofer is placed in a corner. We recommend that you place the HKSUB 12 along the same wall as the front loudspeakers, as shown in the diagram. Low-frequency sounds are normally omnidirectional, meaning the listener cannot localize them to a specific place in the room. However, frequencies between 75Hz - 150Hz can be localized, especially at higher volume levels. Positioning your subwoofer as recommended will provide the most natural soundstage and imaging from your loudspeaker system. Remember that these are just guidelines. Since every listening room is different, Harman Kardon strongly recommends experimenting with the positioning of your subwoofer to obtain the most pleasing results in your room. One technique that can help you find the ideal subwoofer location is to temporarily place the subwoofer near the main listening location. Then move around the room and determine where you hear the most pleasing bass performance. This is the ideal location for the subwoofer. 10 SPEAKER PLACEMENT