M-AUDIO Studiophile BX5 - Manual (Page 11)

Placing the BX5
Placing the speakers is one of the most important procedures in order to
monitor sound accurately. To monitor with the BX5s performing to their
maximum capability, an appropriate listening environment and correct placement
are required. Please refer to the following for correct BX5 placement.
1. The two units and the listener should basically align to form a regular triangle.
Refer to the following diagram.
2. Position the monitors so that the top of the woofers are level with your ears in
a normal listening environment. Refer to the following diagram.
3. Place the BX5s vertically with the woofer on the bottom. Placing the BX5s
horizontally is not recommended.
Remarks: DO NOT place any obstacles that may block the flow of air in
front or between the BX5s. Also remove reflective materials such as glass,
mirrors or metal from the monitoring environment. PLACE THOSE
MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE PATH OF THE SOUND FROM THE BX5s.
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