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Convention Paper

Power Ratings for Sound Reinforcement Loudspeaker Systems

Authors: Schulein, Robert B.

AES Convention 52 · Paper 1066 · October 1975

Abstract

Various approaches to specifying the power handling capabilities of loudspeaker systems are discussed with an emphasis on sound reinforcement applications. A practical method of establishing a specification is presented, based on the use of suitable program material as a calibrated test signal. The results are used to formulate a specification that relates loudspeaker power-handling capability to power amplifier specifications. This information is felt to be quite meaningful for the user who is faced with the task of selecting a suitable power amplifier and loudspeaker combination.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 52
AES Convention
52
Paper number
1066
Publication date
October 6, 1975
Affiliation
SHURE BROTHERS INCORPORATED, EVANSTON, IL (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper