Horn mode tuning
OwnerJerome D. Stecklinginventor
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Abstract
A sound reproduction device according to the present invention may include a tuning device to minimize reflected sound distortion. The tuning device may include one or more sets of pre-tuned or adjustable chambers arranged perpendicular to the direction of sound propagation. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.
Claims9
A speaker tuning device comprising:
- a cylindrical neck adapter forming a sound path;
- one or more tuning orifices through the surface of the neck adapter perpendicular to the sound path;
- a cavity, having a pre-selected tuning volume, connected to each of the one or more tuning orifices.
A speaker horn neck adapter comprising:
- a duct forming a sound path;
- and
- one or more cavities open to the sound path for tuning.
A sound reproduction device comprising:
- means for converting an electrical input into sound energy;
- means for directing the sound energy forming a sound path;
- and
- means for tuning the directing means to minimize sound energy reflected along the sound path.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.