Tagged: sensitivity
5 articles we've published with this tag.
Loudspeaker sensitivity and amplifier matching: what the numbers actually predictSensitivity specs look simple until your new standmounts clip the amp at moderate volume. Marcus Vale explains what the numbers really mean and how to use them.By Marcus Vale
Valve amplifiers and loudspeakers: how to make them actually work togetherValve amps are unforgiving of a bad speaker match. Priya Anand explains the real rules — impedance, sensitivity, topology — for getting the pairing right.By Priya Anand
Speaker sensitivity and room size: how to calculate the power you actually needSensitivity ratings, room volume and amplifier watts are all connected by maths, not magic. Here's how to work out what you actually need.By Theo Mensah
Headphone sensitivity and impedance: what they mean for real-world listeningSensitivity and impedance numbers look simple until your expensive headphones sound terrible from a phone. Priya Anand explains what the specs actually mean.By Priya Anand
Sensitivity, impedance and power: how to match a speaker to an amplifierSensitivity ratings, impedance curves and amplifier power interact in ways most buyers never check. Here's how to read the numbers before you buy.By Marcus Vale