Samson RS12 - Manual (Page 9)

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Positioning the Resound
Microphone Positioning - How to Reduce Feedback
Feedback is the annoying howling and squealing that is heard when the
microphone gets too close to the speaker and the volume is high. You get
feedback when the microphone picks up the amplified signal from the
speaker, and then amplifies through the speaker again, and then picks it
up again, and so on and so on. In general, it is always recommended that
any LIVE mic (a mic that’s on) is positioned behind the speaker enclo-
sures. This will give you the best level from your system before feedback.
One possible exception is when you are adjusting the sounds of the micro-
phones, since you want to listen in front of the speaker to hear properly. To
do this, lower the MAIN VOLUME while setting the EQ and effect from in
front of the speakers. Once you have the sound you like, move the micro-
phones to behind the speakers and raise the Main volume.
Speaker Placement
Whenever possible, it is a good idea to raise the speakers above the
heads of the listening audience. The Resound enclosure features a stan-
dard 1 3/8” pole mount receptacle, which is compatible with speaker
stands from a variety of manufacturers.
Using the Resound as a Floor Monitor
The Resound RS10M, RS12M and RS15M are ideal solutions for stage
monitoring and thanks to the unique design of the RS10M and RS12M,
two wedge monitor positions are possible. When placed on its side with
the high frequency horn facing to the left of
the enclosure, the RS10M and RS12M are
tilted at a 25 degree angle optimizing per-
formance when used on a small stage.
When the monitors are placed on their side
with the high frequency horn facing to the
right of the enclosure, they are tilted at a 30
degree angle optimizing performance when
used on larger stages. The RS15M fea-
tures a wide dispersion pattern and is con-
figured with a 30 degree angle making them
ideal for electronic drum and keyboard
monitors. In a large stage monitor system,
several Resound’s can be daisy-chained
together using the EXTENSION SPEAKER
output.
Note: Be sure to check the manufacturers
minimum recommended impedance for
your power amplifier to avoid overload and
possible damage to both the speaker and
amplifier. In many instances when using
the Resound as a monitor system, you may
choose to use an external equalizer like the Samson S Curve 131 to increase the volume and reduce
the chance of feedback.
STAGE MONITOR POSITION
25 DEGREES
STAGE MONITOR POSITION
30 DEGREES
NEAR FIELD FAR FIELD