Samson RESOLV5e Owner's Manual - page 11
Owner's Manual
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Resolv SE Studio Monitors
The Resolv SE monitors are designed to be full-range speakers, but occasionally
you may need to hear the extreme low end. Adding an active subwoofer to extend
the low frequency response of your monitor system can be beneficial when mixing
your music, for example. Typically, it is best to set the subwoofer level to be equal
to that of the Resolv SE main speakers.
Because deep-bass frequencies are non-directional, it is difficult for our ears to
locate the sound source, and the precise placement of the subwoofer is not as
critical as the main speakers. The ideal location is between the two main speak-
ers. If you notice there are frequencies that sound quieter than others, move the
subwoofer slightly to the left or right. If the subwoofer has a polarity switch, try
setting the switch to the opposite phase setting to see if this provides an improved
low frequency response.
To incorporate a subwoofer into your monitor system, connect Left and Right
Control Room outputs of your mixer to the active subwoofer’s line inputs. Then
connect the subwoofer’s line outputs to the Resolv SE series left and right speak-
ers. Run an audio signal (such as music from a CD) through your mixer and raise
the level to a comfortable listening volume. Finally, adjust the crossover frequency
control (if applicable) of the subwoofer to the desired frequency.
Connecting an Active Subwoofer