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Journal Article

Assessment of Voice-Coil Peak Displacement Xmax

Authors: Klippel, Wolfgang

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 51 · Issue 5 · pp. 307–324 · May 2003

Abstract

The voice-coil peak displacement Xmax is an important driver parameter for assessing the maximum acoustic output at low frequencies. The existing standard AES2-1984 defines the peak displacement Xmax by measuring harmonic distortion in either voice-coil current or displacement. This freedom of choice gives completely different and controversial results. After a critical review of this performance-based technique, an amendment of this method is suggested. Alternatively, a parameter-based method is developed giving more detailed information about the cause of the distortion, limitations, and defects. The relationship between performance-based and parameter-based methods is discussed, and both techniques are tested with real drivers.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
51
Issue
5
Pages
307–324
Publication date
May 6, 2003
Affiliation
Klippel GmbH, Dresden, Germany (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article