Break-In
Although your Paradigms will sound great right out of the
carton, they will sound even better when broken in. Let
them operate for several hours before you listen critically.
High-frequency drivers use ferro-fluid that can thicken at
temperatures below 10°C (50°F), so if the speakers have
been transported or stored in the cold, allow them to
warm to room temperature before you listen.
Cleaning
Use a damp (not wet!) soft cloth to clean. Never use a
strong or abrasive cleaner on your Paradigms—you’ll ruin
that fabulous finish.
The Room’s Effect
Your Paradigms will deliver sensational sound almost any-
where. However, it’s important to note that listening room
construction, room dimensions and even your furniture
play a part in the quality of sound. Keep the following
guidelines in mind:
• Mid and high frequencies are affected by the amount
of curtains, carpets, sofas, wall coverings, etc. An excess
of the soft stuff can result in a dull sound, but don’t start
tossing things because typically, the furnishings found in
most living rooms provide the right acoustic character-
istics to allow the speakers to sound balanced;
• Concrete floors and walls aggravate low-frequency
standing wave problems so are less preferred;
• Rooms where height, width and length are similar
should be avoided as they can exhibit significant low-
frequency standing wave problems. This may result in
reduced clarity. If no other room is possible, experiment
with speaker placement to minimize acoustic problems.
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