GoldenEar Triton Five - Manual (Page 6)

Triton Five Owner’s Manual
GoldenEar Technology 8 Triton Five Manual
Positioning Triton as Left/Right Fronts
To ensure the best performance possible, observe the following placement
guidelines:
Accurate Timbre: For the most accurate and natural timbre, speakers’
high-frequency drivers should be at approximately ear level.
Balanced Bass: Placing speakers in corners will over-emphasize bass and
reduce overall clarity. If possible, position speakers 8 in (20 cm) or more
from the wall behind the speaker and as much as possible from either side
wall. This will ensure better bass performance and optimal midrange clarity.
Best Imaging: Measure the distance from your main listening area to the
left front speaker (we’ll call this distance “X”). For optimal imaging and
largest soundstage, place speakers “X” distance apart from each other
(and no less than 3 /
4
of that distance — 3 /
4
of “X”). To further optimize imaging, turn speakers inward so they point
toward the listening position with their axes crossing just behind it.
Positioning Triton as Surrounds
When used as surround speakers, Triton speakers may be located on the side or behind the listeners. When used
on the sides, take care never to locate the speakers forward of the listeners (A). If the speakers are placed along
the rear wall as surrounds, it is suggested that they be positioned fairly wide apart if possible. For instance, if there
is a couch in the center of the rear wall on which the listeners will sit, try to position the speakers wider apart than
the couch (B).
Speaker Break-in
Your new Triton loudspeaker system should sound good right out of the box; however, an extended break-in
period of 40-60 hours or more of normal playing time is required to reach full audiophile performance
capability. Break-in allows the driver suspensions to work-in and crossover components to “heal,” resulting
in fuller and tighter bass, a more open “blossoming” midrange and smoother high frequency reproduction.
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