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Loudspeaker Electroacoustic Measurements

April 29, 2024
Discover how to accurately measure loudspeaker performance! This application note guides you through essential electroacoustic tests, highlighting challenges & solutions in a precise yet complex field.

This application note outlines crucial electroacoustic measurements for evaluating loudspeaker drive units and systems, adhering to industry standards. It emphasizes the importance of using precision microphones and accounting for environmental interactions in testing scenarios. Challenges in measuring at various frequencies are discussed, alongside the use of anechoic chambers to mitigate sound reflection issues. The application note also deep dives into frequency response, sensitivity, impedance, directivity, and distortion measurements.

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