Sigberg Audio SBS.1 User manual
S I G B E R G
A U D I O
SBS.1
Active
Speakers
USER MANUAL
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Sigberg Audio product. We
have done our best to provide a high quality product
that will be yours to enjoy for many years to come.
Please read this manual carefully to ensure that you
get the most out of your investment! It includes
information about how to install, set up and care for
your loudspeakers.
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INSTALLATION &
SETUP
AVAILABLE
CONNECTIONS
Balanced (XLR) connection
Balanced analogue input and through output.
Digital (AES & S/PDIF coaxial and optical)
AES and coaxial input and through output, optical input
Unbalanced (RCA) connection
A stereo input signal is internally mixed to mono. For mono
use, simply connect only one of the channels (left or right) or
use anY-split.
USB input
Connect your laptop to access the parametric EQ and
additional settings. Otherwise for maintenance / service only.
USB audio not supported
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INITIAL
CONNECTIONS
The easiest way to think of the SBS.1 is as speakers with built-in
mono power amplifiers. This means you need to connect them
to a pre-amplifier or processor with either RCA or XLR stereo
outputs, the same way you would with a power amplifier.
If you only have one source (with volume control), you can also
connect the SBS.1 directly to a source like for instance a
network streamer.
Your pre-amp / source also need an additional pre-out or
subwoofer output to enable you to connect your subwoofer(s).
Using a y-split is also possible if you only have one pre-out.
If you need assistance with setting up your system –feel free to
contact us, we will be happy to help!
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SBS.1
L
SBS.1
R
Pre-amp
XLR / RCA
SW
SPEAKER
PLACEMENT:
INTRODUCTION
With its neutral response, even dispersion and low
distortion, the SBS.1 speakers are suitable both for
traditional hifi listening at home, as well as nearfield /
farfield studio use.
On the following pages we will share some advice for
how to get the most out of your SBS.1 speaker system.
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SPEAKER
PLACEMENT:
TOE-IN
The SBS.1 is designed to play well with no (zero) toe-
in, so placing the speakers parallel to the wall.
This will give the largest soundstage, and due to the
point source nature of the coax driver, it will still give
you accurate stereo perspective. In short, the best of
both worlds.
If you would like a more direct sound and slightly
elevated highs, you can experiment with slight toe-in
towards the listening position.
Our recommendation is up to 10 degrees.
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No
toe-in
SPEAKER
PLACEMENT:
DISTANCE
FROMWALL
The SBS.1 is designed to blend in with a modern living
space. Unlike many speakers, it is designed to be placed
close to the rear wall.
This will give the speakers a slight boost in the bass
region, and it will also give a more even response in the
lower frequencies due to a reduction of the so called
SBIR effect.
Recommended distance from the wall:
~10cm (4 inches)
As always, you are encouraged to experiment. 10-50cm
may work well depending on your room and listening
position.
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SPEAKER
PLACEMENT:
DISTANCE,
HEIGHT
AND POSITION
Distance: A SBS.1 system with speakers and one or
more subwoofers have the capacity to fill relatively
large rooms. At the same time, its response is both
neutral and smooth, which means it can be used in a
nearfield situation without listening fatigue.
Height: With regards to height, we recommend that
the coax (upper) driver is at or slightly above ear height
when you are in the listening position. The best thing is
to measure, but speaker stands that are 50-60cm high
will likely work well.
Listening position: The traditional triangle with equal
distance between the speakers as well as from each
speaker to the listener is a good starting point with
regards to position. If you have the luxury of
alternatives: experiment!
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