PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER - CATEGORIES AND USE
Choosing the right speakers for the space seems like a difficult and very specialized task. We would say, however, that if and when we are fully aware of the use of space and our system requirements, then the final choice of speakers is greatly simplified.
- Indoor or outdoor speakers
- Speakers for the use of announcements.
- Commercial / BGM speakers (background music)
- Speakers for use PA (Public Address), & Live.
- Speakers for studio & Broadcasting applications.
- Speakers for use in theaters or cinemas.
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In more detail, and in case we would like to invest in an outdoor space, we should turn to the available options of waterproof speakers, as only these will be able to ensure the durability of the system over time. In any other case of sound coverage of an interior space, our options are clearly more and are judged by the other elements mentioned above.
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When again our sole purpose is to make announcements, then we are looking for something simple in construction and quality, but we must take care to install a sufficient number of speakers in order to achieve full coverage, while it may be required by these speakers also meet fire resistance standards.
- In the Commercial / BGM category, where our goal is the sound investment of the space with low-medium volume music background, the condition of a sufficient number of speakers is maintained in order to achieve its full coverage, but we must also pay attention to the issue of quality. of speakers, as our desired goal is to create a pleasant environment in order to extend the stay of those present in the space and thus achieve the purpose of the space, such as increasing sales. Also, respecting the general design of the space, we should give weight to the design of these speakers, so that they harmonize with the environment without arousing negative emotions in the audience. In many cases the choice of recessed ceiling speakers is a one-way street, while in cases where their installation is impossible we resort to small speakers with sufficient quality and power characteristics. In fact, in some cases where the quality requirements are very high, we recommend adding one or more low frequency speakers (subwoofers).
- In the Commercial / BGM category, where our goal is the sound investment of the space with low-medium volume music background, the condition of a sufficient number of speakers is maintained in order to achieve its full coverage, but we must also pay attention to the issue of quality. of speakers, as our desired goal is to create a pleasant environment in order to extend the stay of those present in the space and thus achieve the purpose of the space, such as increasing sales. Also, respecting the general design of the space, we should give weight to the design of these speakers, so that they harmonize with the environment without arousing negative emotions in the audience. In many cases the choice of recessed ceiling speakers is a one-way street, while in cases where their installation is impossible we resort to small speakers with sufficient quality and power characteristics. In fact, in some cases where the quality requirements are very high, we recommend adding one or more low frequency speakers (subwoofers).
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Passing now to the wide range of PA (Public Address) and Live categories, the data is changing, as we move to different systems of philosophy, which come to meet completely different needs from the above cases. These systems are usually placed in places of entertainment, mass catering, events but also in closed or open spaces for concerts and performances. Undoubtedly, these are speakers with high demands in terms of their produced sound power, which should be characterized by a satisfactory value in terms of performance quality, as they will play an active role in the operation of the space, perhaps the most important. For example, if we want to invest a bar in sound, music will clearly be the most important means of entertainment for the attendees, so we should give the appropriate weight, placing the choice of speakers to be installed at the top of our to-do list. space.
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In the category of studio & Broadcasting applications, we find speakers that are characterized by high quality performance, as they are called to reproduce the sound as much as possible by faithfully touching its original source, such as a musical instrument. Our demands on intensity (power) are not high, while at the same time the issue of aesthetics may not concern us at all.
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Finally, in the category of theater & cinema applications, we have similar requirements to those of a PA system (Public Address) with the difference that in the case of cinema, the use of specific forms and capabilities of speakers is required, which are determined by detailed study by specialized staff.