Yamaha NS-P41, NS-B40, NS-C40, NS-SW050, NS-PA41 Owner's Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The above warning is located on the rear of the unit.
• Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below. MODEL: Serial No.: The serial number is located on the rear of the unit. Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future reference.
This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Precautions

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. BE SURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
The precautions listed below are to prevent risk of harm to the user and others, as well as to prevent property damage, and to help the user use this unit properly and safely. Be sure to follow these instructions.
After reading this manual, be sure to keep it in a safe place where it can be referenced at any time.
• Be sure to request inspections or repairs from the dealer where you purchased the unit or from qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Yamaha cannot be held responsible for injury to you or damage of the products caused by improper use or modifications to the unit.
• This product is for ordinary homes. Do not use for applications requiring high reliability, such as managing lives, health care or high-value assets.
WARNING
This content indicates “risk of serious injury or death.”
Power supply/power cord
• Do not do anything that could damage the power cord. – Do not place it near a heater. – Do not bend it excessively or alter it. – Do not scratch it. – Do not place it under a heavy object. Using the power cord with the core of the cord exposed could
cause electric shocks or a fire.
• Do not touch the power plug or cord if there is a chance of lightning. Failure to observe this may cause electric shocks.
• Use this unit with the power supply voltage printed on it. Failure to connect to an appropriate AC outlet may cause a fire, electric shocks, or malfunctions.
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have accumulated on it. Failure to observe this may cause a fire or electric shocks.
• When setting up the unit, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from the AC outlet. Even when the power switch is turned off, as long as the power cord is not unplugged from the wall AC outlet, the unit will not be disconnected from the power source.
• If you hear thunder or suspect approaching lightning, quickly turn off the power switch and pull the power plug from the AC outlet. Failure to observe this may cause a fire or malfunctions.
• If not using the unit for long periods of time, be sure to pull the power plug from the AC outlet. Failure to observe this may cause a fire or malfunctions.
Do not disassemble
• Do not disassemble or modify this unit. Failure to observe this may cause a fire, electric shocks, injury, or malfunctions. If you notice any irregularities, be sure to request an inspection or repair from the dealer where you purchased the unit or from qualified Yamaha service personnel.
Water warning
• Do not expose the unit to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place on it any containers (such as vases, bottles or glasses) containing liquids which might spill into any openings or places where water may drop. A liquid such as water getting into the unit may cause a fire, electric shocks, or malfunctions. If any liquid such as water seeps into the device, turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. Then, request an inspection from the dealer where you purchased the unit or from qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands. Do not handle this unit with wet hands. Failure to observe this may cause electric shocks or malfunctions.
Fire warning
• Do not place any burning items or open flames near the unit, since they may cause a fire.
Installation
• Confirm that the finished installation is safe and secure. Also, carry out safety inspections periodically. Failure to observe this may cause devices to fall and result in injury.
• Always fix the speaker cable to a wall or similar. If you catch your feet or hands on the cable, the speakers may fall or overturn, causing malfunctions or injuries.
Maintenance and care
• Do not use aerosols or spray-type chemicals that contain combustible gas for cleaning or lubrication. The combustible gas will remain inside the unit, which may cause explosion or fire.
If you notice any abnormality
• If any of the following abnormalities occur, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug. If any of the following abnormalities occur, immediately turn off any amplifiers and receivers. – The power cord/plug is damaged.
– An unusual smell or smoke is emitted from the unit. – Foreign material gets into the interior of the unit. – There is a loss of sound during use. – There is a crack or damage in the unit.
Continued use could cause electric shocks, a fire, or malfunctions. Immediately request an inspection or repair from the dealer where you purchased the unit or from qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Be careful not to drop or apply strong impact to this unit. If you suspect the unit may have been damaged due to dropping or impact, immediately turn off the power and pull the power plug from the AC outlet. Failure to observe this may cause electric shocks, a fire, or malfunctions. Immediately request an inspection from the dealer where you purchased the unit or from qualified Yamaha service personnel.
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CAUTION
This content indicates “risk of injury.”
Power supply/power cord
• Do not use an AC outlet where the power plug fits loosely when inserted. Failure to observe this may cause a fire, electric shocks, or burns.
• When removing the electric plug from the unit or an AC outlet, always hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it and cause electric shocks or a fire.
• Insert the power plug firmly all the way into the AC outlet. Using the unit when it is not plugged in sufficiently can cause dust to accumulate on the plug, causing a fire or burns.
Installation
• Do not place the unit in an unstable position where it might accidentally drop or fall over and cause injuries.
• When installing this unit: – Do not cover it with any cloth. – Do not install it on a carpet or rug. – Make sure the top surface faces up; do not install on its sides
or upside down.
– Do not use the device in a confined, poorly-ventilated
location.
Failure to observe the above may trap heat inside the unit, causing a fire or malfunctions. Ensure that there is adequate space around the unit: at least 20 cm (8 in) on top, 20 cm (8 in) on the sides, and 20 cm (8 in) on the rear.
• Ensure that the top is facing upwards. Failure to observe this may cause malfunctions or for the unit to fall and cause injury.
• Do not install the unit in places where it may come into contact with corrosive gases or salt air or places that have excessive smoke or steam. Doing so may result in malfunction.
• Avoid being near the unit during a disaster, such as an earthquake. Since the unit may turn over or fall and cause injury, quickly move away from the unit and go to a safe place.
• Before moving this unit, be sure to turn off the power switch and disconnect all connection cables. Failure to observe this may damage the cables or cause you or someone else to trip and fall.
Hearing loss
• Do not use the unit for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.
• Before connecting the unit to other devices, turn off the power for all devices. Also, before turning the power of all devices on or off, make sure that all volume levels are set to the minimum. Failing to do so may result in hearing loss, electric shock, or device damage.
Maintenance
• Remove the power plug from the AC outlet before cleaning the unit. Failure to observe this may cause electric shocks.
Handling caution
• Do not insert your hand or fingers into the bass reflex port of the subwoofer. Failure to observe this may cause injury.
• Do not insert foreign materials such as metal or paper into the bass reflex port of the subwoofer. Failure to observe this may cause a fire, electric shocks, or malfunctions. If foreign material gets into the unit, immediately shut off the power and pull the power plug from the AC outlet and request an inspection from the dealer where you purchased the unit or from qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Do not do the following: – stand on or sit on the equipment. – put heavy items on top of the equipment. – place the equipment in a stack. – apply unreasonable force to buttons, switches, input/output
terminals, etc.
– lean against the equipment.
• Avoid pulling the connected cables to prevent injuries or damage to the unit by causing it to fall.
• Do not operate the unit if the sound is distorting. Prolonged use in this condition could cause overheating and result in fire.
• When selecting an amplifier or a receiver to use with this unit, check that the output level on the amplifier or receiver is within this unit’s permitted input level (see page 8). If the output power is higher than the power capacity, malfunction or fire may occur.
Notice
Indicates points that you must observe in order to prevent product failure, damage or malfunction and data loss.
Power supply/power cord
• If not using the unit for a long period of time, be sure to pull the power plug from the outlet.
Installation
• Do not use this unit in the vicinity of other electronic equipment, such as a TV, radio, or mobile phone. Failure to observe this may cause this unit or the TV or radio to produce noise.
• Do not use this unit in a location that is exposed to direct sunlight that becomes extremely hot, such as near a heater, or extremely cold, or that is subject to excessive dust or vibration. Failure to observe this may cause the unit’s panel to become deformed, the internal components to malfunction, or for operation to become unstable.
Connections
• If connecting external units, be sure to thoroughly read the manual for each unit and connect them in accordance with the instructions.
Failure to properly handle a unit in accordance with the instructions could cause malfunctions.
Handling
• Do not place vinyl, plastic, or rubber products on this unit. Failure to observe this may cause discoloration or deformation in the panel of this unit.
• If the ambient temperature changes drastically (such as during unit transportation or under rapid heating or cooling) and there is a chance condensation may have formed in the unit, leave the unit for several hours without turning on the power until it is completely dry before use. Using the unit while there is condensation can cause malfunctions.
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Maintenance
• If the temperature or humidity changes drastically, water droplets (condensation) may form on the unit surface. If water droplets form, immediately wipe them off with a soft cloth. If water droplets are left on the unit, they may be absorbed into the wooden parts, causing deformation.
• When cleaning the unit, use a dry, soft cloth. Using chemicals such as benzine or thinner, cleaning agents, or chemical scrubbing cloths can cause discoloration or deformation.
Speakers
• When connecting speakers in parallel, be sure to observe the amplifier’s specified load impedance range. (Refer to page 8.) Failure to observe this may cause malfunctions in the amplifier.
• Do not touch the speaker units. Failure to observe this may damage the speaker units.
Information
About functions and data included in the unit
• The speakers do not have a distinction between left and right.
• Air may be blown out from the bass reflex port. This is not a malfunction. This occurs particularly often when outputting music with heavy bass.
About content in this manual
• The illustrations and screens in this manual are for instructional purposes only.
WAR NIN G
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR (For China, Asia and General models)
The voltage selector switch on the rear panel of this unit must be set to your local main voltage BEFORE plugging this unit into the AC main supply.
Voltages are 110-120/220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
(can_b_02)
This unit’s speakers use magnets. Do not place items that are sensitive to magnetism, such as CRT-type TVs, clocks, credit cards, floppy disks, etc., on or beside this unit.
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Contents

Package contents................................................1
Installing the speakers.......................................1
Installing the front, center, and surround
speakers ...........................................................2
Installing the subwoofer.......................................2
Wall-mounting the speakers................................2
Connecting the speakers...................................3
Connection diagram.............................................3
Connecting the power cables ..............................4
Using the Subwoofer......................................... 5
Adjusting the subwoofer before use ...................5
ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO
TECHNOLOGY II............................................... 6
TWISTED FLARE PORT ....................................... 6
Troubleshooting................................................. 7
Specifications...................................................... 8

Package contents

Speaker cable 24.5 m (80 ft.) x1
(To be cut into 5 lengths for the front, center, and surround speakers. Take care to prevent injury when preparing the cables.)
Subwoofer cable 5 m (16 ft.) x1
Non-skid pads (24 pcs.) x1
(For the front, center and surround speakers. Including 4 spare non-skid pads.)
Subwoofer (NS-SW050) x1
Center speaker (NS-C40) x1
Non-skid pads: When placing the speakers on a flat surface, affix the included non-skid pads to the corners of the speaker undersides, as shown. The pads will prevent the speaker from moving around.
Non-skid pad
Front and surround speakers (NS-B40) x4
Center
Front right
Subwoofer
Surround left
Front
left
Surround right
Make sure the package contains the following items.

Installing the speakers

Before you connect the speakers, place each speaker in its respective location. Speaker positioning is very important as it affects the overall sound quality of the system. Place the speakers in locations that will optimize the sound quality at your listening position. Refer to the illustration.
The position of the subwoofer is not as critical as the position of the other speakers because sub-bass sounds are not very directional. Refer to “Installing the subwoofer” on page 2 for more information.
Note
• Placing the speakers too close to a CRT-type TV may impair the picture color or cause a buzzing noise. In this case, move the speakers at least 20 cm (8") away from the TV. This is not an issue with LCD and plasma TVs.
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Installing the speakers
Subwoofer Front speaker
AB
C
Note: Standing waves may make it difficult to hear bass sounds here.
Wall/wall support
6 mm (1/4")
Minimum
20 mm (3/4")
NS-B40
0.59 kg
(1.30 lbs.)
NS-C40
0.73 kg
(1.61 lbs.)
150 mm
(5-7/8")

Installing the front, center, and surround speakers

Front speakers: Place the two front speakers on the
left and right sides of the TV facing directly forward.
Surround speakers: Place the left and right
surround speakers behind your listening position, facing slightly inward.
The front and surround speakers can be placed on a flat surface or wall- mounted. See “Wall-mounting the speakers” for more information.
Center speaker: Place the center speaker centrally
between the front speakers, facing directly forward.

Installing the subwoofer

Place the subwoofer on the outside of either the right or the left front speaker, as shown in A and B.

Wall-mounting the speakers

You can mount the speakers on the wall as follows.
1 Install screws into a solid wall or wall support
as shown below. Use 3.5 to 4 mm (1/8") diameter self-tapping screws.
2 Hang each speaker by its keyhole slots onto
the protruding screws.
Note
• Make sure the shaft of the screw is seated in the narrow part of the keyhole slot. Otherwise, the speaker may fall.
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The placement shown in C is also possible, however, if the subwoofer is placed directly facing a wall and your listening position is in the center of the room, you may not be able to obtain enough bass sound from the subwoofer. This is because “standing waves” are forming between the two parallel walls and cancelling out the bass sounds. In this case, position the subwoofer at an angle to the wall. It may be necessary to break up parallel wall surfaces by placing bookshelves, etc., along them.
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• Do not mount the speakers on thin plywood or on a wall with a soft surface material. Otherwise, the screws may pull out of the surface and the speakers may fall, possibly damaging the speakers or causing personal injury.
• Do not affix the speakers to a wall using nails, adhesives, or unstable hardware. Long-term use and vibration may cause the speakers to fall.
• To avoid accidents resulting from tripping over l oose speaker cables, affix the cables to the wall.
• Mount the speakers in a wall location that will be unlikely to result in injury to an individual’s head.
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Connecting the speakers

ANTENNA
FM
GND
AM
COMPONENT
VIDEO
P
R
P
B
Y
OPTICAL
( TV
)
A
V
1
A
V
2
A
V
3
A
V
4
A
V
5
A
UDI
O
1
A
UDI
O
2
COAXIAL
(CD)
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
VIDEO
CENTER
SURROUND
HDMI 1
(
BD/DVD
)
HDMI 2 HDMI 3
HDMI 4
FRONT
COMPONENT
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
P
R
P
B
Y
HDMI
OUT
MONITOR OUT
AV OUT
SUBWOOFER
AUDIO
OUT
75
SPEAKERS
DOCK
To AC wall outlet
Center speaker
Subwoofer
Amplifier
Front speakers
Right Left
Surround speakers
Right Left
Note: The exact layout of the speaker terminals depends on your amplifier.
Good No Good
10 mm (3/8")
Caution: Make sure the power cables for the subwoofer and your other AV components are disconnected from the
AC wall outlets before making any connections.

Connection diagram

SPEAKERS
SURROUND
CENTER
FRONT
Preparing the speaker cables
Once you’ve positioned the speakers, you’ll need to cut the 24.5-meter (80 ft.) speaker cable to make five cables for connecting the two front speakers, center speaker, and the two surround speakers.
1 Cut the included speaker cable to suitable
2 Remove about 10 mm (3/8") of insulation from
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SUBWOOFER
lengths for the front, center, and surround speakers. You need five cables.
the end of each speaker cable.
3 Twist the bare wires tightly.
Note
• Make the speaker cables as short as possible. Do not bundle or roll up excess cable.
• Twist the bare wires tightly so the individual strands are not splayed.
• Be careful not to injure yourself while preparing the speaker cables.
Connecting the speakers
2
33
11
Positive (+)
Negative (–)
Note: Make sure the terminal is gripping the bare wire, not the insulation.
Operating the speaker terminals
1 Press and hold the terminal tab. 2 Insert the bare wire. 3 Release the tab so that it closes securely on the
bare wire, not the insulation.
4 Test the security of the connection by pulling
gently on the cable.
Note
• Make sure the bare wires do not touch each other, as this could damage the speaker or the amplifier.
• If the connections are faulty, you will hear no sound from the speakers.
Connecting the speakers
Connect each speaker to the appropriate speaker terminals on your amplifier by using the cables you prepared earlier. See the “Connection diagram” on page 3 for reference.
Make sure you connect the speakers with the correct polarity—positive (+) terminals to positive (+) terminals, and negative (–) terminals to negative (–) terminals. If you get them crossed over, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.
In your AV receiver’s speaker size settings, specify small (or “S”) for all of the NS-P40 speakers.
If you’re connecting the subwoofer to a Yamaha DSP amplifier or AV receiver, connect to its SUBWOOFER output.

Connecting the power cables

Once you’ve completed all of the speaker and subwoofer connections, plug the subwoofer, amplifier, and your other AV components into suitable AC wall outlets.
Note
• When turning on the power in your audio system, always turn on the subwoofer last.
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Using the Subwoofer

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1
2
5
3 4
Front
Rear
1 Twisted Flare Port
Outputs super-bass sound.
2 VOLUME control
Adjusts the volume level. Turn the control clockwise to increase the volume, and counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
3 Power indicator
Lights up Green when the POWER switch is turned ON; turns off when the POWER switch is turned OFF.
4 INPUT (FROM AMPLIFIER) terminal
Used to connect the subwoofer with the subwoofer terminal of the amplifier.
(Refer to “Connecting the speakers” for details.)
5 POWER switch
Press this switch to the ON position to turn on the power to the subwoofer. Press this switch again to set it to the OFF position to turn off the power of the subwoofer.
6 VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch
(Asia and General models only)
If the preset setting of the switch is incorrect, set the switch to the proper voltage (110-120/220­240V) of your area. Consult your dealer if you are unsure of the correct setting.
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• Be sure to unplug the subwoofer before setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch correctly.

Adjusting the subwoofer before use

Before using the subwoofer, adjust the subwoofer to obtain the optimum volume balance between the subwoofer and the front speakers by following the procedure described below.
1 Set the VOLUME control to minimum (0). 2 Turn on the power of all the other components. 3 Make sure that the POWER switch is set to the
ON position.
* The Power indicator lights up in green.
4 Play a source containing low-frequency
components and adjust the amplifier’s volume control to the desired listening level.
5 Increase the volume gradually to adjust the
volume balance between the subwoofer and the front speakers. To enjoy natural bass sound, keep the subwoofer volume at a level where it is barely distinguishable from other speakers.
Note
• It is recommended to set the VOLUME control about in the middle position when using in a multi channel home theater system.
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ADVANCED YAMAHA ACTIVE SERVO TECHNOLOGY II

High-amplitude
heavy bass sound
Port
Cabinet
Advanced impedance
Converter
Active S ervo Processing Amplifier
(Inaudible) signals of ultra-low amplitude
Air woofer
(Helmholtz resonator)
Signals
Bass sound (audible sound pressure radiated from diaphragm)
Conventional Port
Air turbulence on both ends of the port creates noise
Air turbulence is produced.
Turbulence is diffused, air flow becomes smooth.

Twis ted Flare Port

In 1988, Yamaha brought to the marketplace speaker systems utilizing YST (Yamaha Active Servo Technology) to give powerful, high quality bass reproduction. This technique uses a direct connection between the amplifier and speaker, allowing accurate signal transmission and precise speaker control.
As this technology uses speaker units controlled by the negative impedance drive of the amplifier and resonance generated between the speaker cabinet volume and port, it creates more resonant energy (the “air woofer” concept) than the standard bass reflex method. This allows for bass reproduction from much smaller cabinets than was previously possible.
Yamaha’s newly developed Advanced YST II adds many refinements to Yamaha Active Servo Technology, allowing better control of the forces driving the amplifier and speaker. From the amplifier’s point of view, the speaker impedance changes depending on the sound frequency. Yamaha developed a new circuit design combining negative-impedance and constant­current drives, which provides a more stable performance and clear bass reproduction, without any murkiness.
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TWISTED FLARE PORT
Today’s bass reflex speakers use a Helmholtz resonator to improve their bass reproduction. However when reproducing bass that is in the frequency region of this Helmholtz resonator, air moves violently in and out through the port between the interior and exterior of the speaker, sometimes producing noise due to the turbulent air flow at the end of the port.
The port and the cabinet resonate at a frequency that is determined by their dimensions and shape. On the other hand, turbulence in the air flow at the end of the port contains a broad range of frequency components that are not present in the input signal. This noise occurs because the broad range of frequency components includes components that match the resonant frequencies of the port and cabinet, causing strong resonance.
The Twisted Flare Port developed by Yamaha changes the way in which the port widens toward its end, and also adds a “twist” to suppress airflow turbulence at each end of the port and thus prevent noise from occurring. This substantially reduces the “muddy sound” and “wind noise” that until now have been characteristic of bass reflex speakers, allowing bass to be reproduced clearly.
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