There has been much discussion here (and elsewhere!) about the Genelec ones.
They are extraordinary - indeed, I've just ordered a pair!
Looking at them I can understand the logic and benefits for the coaxial mid and tweeter but what is the rationale for tucking the woofers behind the front baffle? Is it so they don't impinge on the smooth front surface and wave guide?
Or is there another reason? I've not read any discussion of this design feature. I wondered if it was some kind of dipole effect (like the slots in the sides of the Dutch & Dutch 8cs)?
Also, are there downsides to woofers only 'seeing' the world through slots in the speaker wall. It's not a common design feature.
Finally, I've read speculation on the size of the racetrack woofers in comparison to conventional cone drivers - some saying they are equivalent to 8in (or even 10in) ones. Looking at them though they appear much smaller in total cone area - is there some characteristic of this shape driver that makes them behave like larger cone ones? I'm curious.
I know loudspeaker design is quite an art and I'd love to hear the thoughts of the knowledgeable folk here.
Doug
They are extraordinary - indeed, I've just ordered a pair!
Looking at them I can understand the logic and benefits for the coaxial mid and tweeter but what is the rationale for tucking the woofers behind the front baffle? Is it so they don't impinge on the smooth front surface and wave guide?
Or is there another reason? I've not read any discussion of this design feature. I wondered if it was some kind of dipole effect (like the slots in the sides of the Dutch & Dutch 8cs)?
Also, are there downsides to woofers only 'seeing' the world through slots in the speaker wall. It's not a common design feature.
Finally, I've read speculation on the size of the racetrack woofers in comparison to conventional cone drivers - some saying they are equivalent to 8in (or even 10in) ones. Looking at them though they appear much smaller in total cone area - is there some characteristic of this shape driver that makes them behave like larger cone ones? I'm curious.
I know loudspeaker design is quite an art and I'd love to hear the thoughts of the knowledgeable folk here.
Doug