Setting up Speakers... db level? I used to know this! (1 Viewer)

[Mike Mann]

I used to know this, but when setting up your speakers on your reciever what .db level do you set to for each speaker? I have a digital radio shack sound meter and have to resetup my speakers. Can't remember what it is, somewhere in the 70's for all 5 channels and low 80's for your sub? right? Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks!

-Mike

 

[Ben Salvemini]

75 dbspl on all channels from the listening position.

set your meter to slow response c weighted and dial in 80 watch the needle to go to -5

easy eh

ben

 

[Vin]

Mike, Ben is right, it's a pretty easy process but if you want more details look Link Removed.
Vin

 

[Darrin_R]

I would recommend setting the meter to 70. Then set all speakers to +5. The meter is more accurate between 0 and +6 per the manual.

 

[John Kotches]

Additionally, the RS meter is notoriously inaccurate at the frequency extremes and when setting the LFE channel you actually need to calibrate -2 or -3 dB to get an accurate setting.

So, that would be 72 or 73dB. Setting above this means you're actually running the subwoofer "hot". Some people like this, others do not.

Regards,