Btw, the wharfedales blow

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The biggest problem with monitors isn't the monitors it's the people :)

I've ranted before on this and often ignored, but ears are as individual as fingerprints with bumps and dips occuring in different places along the spectrum. Thats why there is alot of subjectivity in recording. When was the last time someone went and had their hearing tested and then compared those curves to microphone response? If your a little sensitive at 800hz then a speaker or mic with a bump in that region may be a little grinding or if you have a dip at 450hz you may tend to boost that freq while mixing causing the mix to muddy up. The room definitely throws both your ears and the monitors into a tizzy. On the other hand monitors that tend to sound too good are often not accurate giving you a false impression that wont translate. In any case learn to work with what you have by listening to alot of good CD's or music. Bob Katz has a list available of good mastering jobs that would be nice start for getting use to new monitors.

SoMm
 
Good point MM.

I know that my right ear is down about 2 db in perceived loudness over my left, so I have to adjust my monitors a little before I do critical mixing.
I can just imagine if someones frequency perceptions were really skewed in their ears it wouls make a big difference in what they consider a "good" monitor.

t
 
Tom,

I've got the same ear problem (right one is weaker)...what a b-i-t-c-h to keep track of while trying to mix!

Bodhisan
 
I'd like to know what Harvey is using to power those passive babies! :eek:
What are people using to power their 8.2P? Are the Actives the way to go? :confused:
 
schulteboy said:
My question is this: Massive said that he uses these speakers at mid-field range. What is the difference beteween nearfield and mid-field? Can someone break this down for me in feet and inches? I understand the basic triangle theory of monitor placement, but how far would
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Good question- I was just thinking about this as I read through the posts.
I understand the principle of near-field versus midfield but not the exact numbers. I am sure someone here knows the numbers but may have glanced over the question.

I have been in the market for monitors under $300 and Wharfedales fit the bill. This thread has only gone and made me think about where I put my money. KRK rockits are the only competition at the moment.

Glenn
 
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