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Convention Paper

Characteristics Influencing the Grain of Speech Reinforcement Systems

Authors: Queen, Daniel

AES Convention 33 · Paper 526 · October 1967

Abstract

The usable gain of speech reinforcement systems has often been described as limited by the frequency-phase characteristics of the components or by the directivity characteristics of the transducers. It has been shown that by empirical modification of transfer characteristics, high gains can be achieved-but only in fixed installations. Optimization of portable systems requires theory assisting the design of equipment that anticipates wide variations in room conditions. In particular, the frequency characteristics of the transducers can be controlled to reduce howlback, and the tendency to create howlback can be measured.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 33
AES Convention
33
Paper number
526
Publication date
October 6, 1967
Affiliation
Ampli-Vox Audio Products Division, Perma-Power Company, Chicago, IL (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper