Should subwoofer be at ear level?

Since high-frequency sounds are unidirectional (travel at a straight line), placing the surround speakers at ear level is the best option to avoid obstructing the sound waves. That’s because the low-frequencies handled by your subwoofer are omnidirectional meaning they travel in all directions.

Does it matter where a subwoofer is placed?

In most cases, it’s actually better to not hide the subwoofer. Many vendors recommend that you place your subwoofer in a corner. This placement reinforces the bass significantly. However, in some rooms, you can get too much reinforcement of your bass in the corner, and you end up with boomy bass.

Is subwoofer bad for your ears?

soundguruman : No, bass does not damage hearing like high frequencies. The small diaphragm in your ear drum is not large enough to respond to bass, like it can respond to high frequencies.

What is the best placement of a subwoofer?

For a single subwoofer, we recommend you put it on the front wall and if possible put the subwoofer towards one of the front corners. Having the subwoofer in a corner will couple the subwoofer better to the room, giving you more bass impact.

Can subwoofer be elevated?

There is no doubt that an elevated subwoofer (near ear height) will produce better sound as compared to one that is placed on the floor. But, elevating them may not be always practical especially in case of large subwoofers. Aesthetically, a subwoofer may not look great on a table or on a shelf.

Can you place subwoofer behind you?

You can place a subwoofer behind you or in the back of the room but this is likely not going to be the most optimal location. Ideally, the subwoofer should be placed at the front of the room pulled at least 6-inches away from the wall for the best low-frequency audio signal performance.

Where should I place my computer subwoofer?

Placing it on the floor will produce more bass than elevating it. Placing it near a wall or in a corner will also enhance the bass sound. Put it below the two stereo speakers. Subwoofers respond to bass sounds that are not normally heard but felt.

Why do I hear bass in my ear?

Another sign of tinnitus is when there’s a constant thumping sound in your ears. It’s almost like the sound of a bass guitar repeating over and over again. You’ll find that the thumping goes along to the same rhythm as your heartbeat as well. This is a sign of pulsatile tinnitus, which is something of a rare breed.

Why is the subwoofer placed at ear level?

As the low frequencies are handled by the subwoofer, almost all sound waves coming out from it will be omnidirectional, which means that their travel will be in all directions. That is why you don’t require to place the subwoofer high at ear level or facing the listening position.

How to make a subwoofer sound louder?

Corners and walls. A subwoofer placed in the corner of a room may increase the subwoofer’s output – causing the sub to sound louder. Try placing your subwoofer in a corner and see how it sounds. However, depending on your floor space, a corner might not be a viable option for your subwoofer if it’s too far from your listening area.

What happens if you put a subwoofer in the wrong room?

Sound resistant materials might dim the sound, especially if the unit is hidden behind the furniture. Windows: If the subwoofer is placed near windows, one might find that the sound will disperse in multiple directions. Unfortunately, one might lose a lot of sound quality to the outside or a different room.

How do I adjust the listening seats and subwoofer?

Adjust the subwoofer position using our crawling technique to ensure you’ve found the best possible location Adjust the listening seats as needed (placing chairs near a back wall may result in excessive bass boost). We recommend placing chairs at least 1/4L of the room away from the back wall.