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Journal Article

Dynamics Distortion: Loudspeaker Sensitivity Modulation Generated by Audio Signals

Authors: Zuccatti, Carlo; Bandiera, Marco

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 57 · Issue 5 · pp. 338–348 · May 2009

Abstract

Understanding heat production in moving-coil loudspeakers has allowed for using designs and materials that prevent the physical damage due to high temperatures. However, when high power bursts increase voice-coil temperature, the loudspeaker experiences power compression, reducing the effective sensitivity and changing the frequency response and damping. Working with music signals, after a sudden increase in applied power, the sound level fades as temperature rises, possibly affecting the listener's experience.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
57
Issue
5
Pages
338–348
Publication date
May 6, 2009
Affiliation
Marotta, Italy; Budrio, Italy (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article