With our powerful dipole effect speakers, your room will be filled with rich, multi-faceted sound, precise bass and impressive effects.
That's what this article is all about.
- What makes dipoles different from other speakers?
- Aligning dipole speakers correctly - how it works:
- Gaming with dipole speakers: Is it possible?
- Are dipoles suitable for listening to music?
- Alternatives to dipoles
What makes dipoles different from other speakers?
In contrast to conventional surround speakers (direct radiators), dipoles do not radiate sound directly at the listener's position, but instead indirectly create a more diffuse, spatial sound image. As the sound waves are directed forwards and backwards with full-range dipoles, the sound is more spacious, which favors impressive effects. Thanks to the indirect sound, you perceive surround effects as enveloping room reflections, which acoustically elevates authentic surround sound effects, Dolby Atmos and THX Ultra into the high-end range.
Aligning dipole speakers correctly - how it works:
Tip: We also provide detailed information on speaker positioning in the home theater in our guide on speaker placement.
In order to create the widest possible spatial backdrop, the room must meet certain requirements:
- There should be sufficient space for dipoles for correct acoustic alignment.
- The dipole speakers should be positioned in line with the listening position, but ideally one meter behind.
- They should be positioned half a meter to one meter above ear height. Ideally, there should be a distance of at least 50 centimeters from the rear wall so that the sound can be reflected cleanly.
- If you are sitting with your back to the wall, use the dipole's integrated wall bracket or our AC 7500 SM wall bracket. Even if you can only achieve a distance of a few centimeters from the wall, the functioning of such mounted dipole speakers is usually more effect-intensive than the use of conventional direct radiators. You can find more information on this under Can dipoles also be mounted behind the listening position on the rear wall?
- If you live in an attic with sloping walls in an attic, you can also attach the dipoles to the side of your listening position on the sloping wall/ceiling. It is best to use wall brackets for this.
Gaming with dipole speakers: Is it possible?
What works wonderfully for blockbusters is a disadvantage for games: the high diffusivity
Pinpoint accuracy for opponent position is a top priority in gaming. After all, you want to hear which direction your opponent is coming from. So that you can have both, many dipole speakers from Teufel have a toggle switch that you can use to switch the dipole effect to direct radiator mode. Whether exciting gaming sessions or pure home theater: both are possible.
Are dipoles suitable for listening to music?
Listening to music in surround mode can affect the quality of the listening experience differently depending on the type of music. If you want to listen to audio genres such as pop, rock or jazz with your surround system, we recommend using our dipoles with toggle switch and setting the speakers to direct radiator mode. Classical music, on the other hand, can be supported by dipoles, for example if you listen to orchestral recordings. We will be happy to advise you on the right home cinema or hi-fi system with subwoofer for you. Contact us
Alternatives to dipoles
If your room is unsuitable for mounting dipoles on the wall, we will be happy to advise you personally. Contact us. Together, we will find the best solution with a suitable upgrade set of direct radiators, effect or reflect speakers.