Let's talk about Dynamics. Today I was listening to a live marching band and I was within about five (5) feet of this band. So for those of you who have had this experience, I'm sure that the one thing that struck you was how IMMENSELY dynamic the portrayal of the percussion instruments is. ( although all of the other instruments were off the charts in this area as well, just not quite as much as the percussion).
Listening to this particular aspect made we realize again that one of the main things that seems to separate a great audio system from one that is simply good, is the ability of the system to portray large dynamic swings. I think that horns are very good at this part of the presentation..at least the one's that I have heard; however, I wonder how many of us ( manufacturer's/ designer's and listener's)place enough importance on this part of music production with our choice of speaker and accompanying gear.
Clearly, IMHO, the ability to push BIG air has to do with this aspect; but also the ability of the system to respond very rapidly. Perhaps most importantly,we also have to add the recording has to have captured the dynamics in the first place, but assuming that is the case---
How pleased are you with the dynamic ability of your system? Could it be a LOT better?
Listening to this particular aspect made we realize again that one of the main things that seems to separate a great audio system from one that is simply good, is the ability of the system to portray large dynamic swings. I think that horns are very good at this part of the presentation..at least the one's that I have heard; however, I wonder how many of us ( manufacturer's/ designer's and listener's)place enough importance on this part of music production with our choice of speaker and accompanying gear.
Clearly, IMHO, the ability to push BIG air has to do with this aspect; but also the ability of the system to respond very rapidly. Perhaps most importantly,we also have to add the recording has to have captured the dynamics in the first place, but assuming that is the case---
How pleased are you with the dynamic ability of your system? Could it be a LOT better?