Operation + Performance
Should I bother EQing the room I'm setting up in?
In short, you don't need or want to add an EQ. The system components offer you enough controls and options to adapt to various environments without additional processing. In addition, all but the very best (read most expensive) EQs will deteriorate ...
Should I process signals going into my BASSBOSS speakers?
Q: Can I use a DBX Drive Rack, or other signal processing gear in my BASSBOSS signal chain? A: All BASSBOSS subs already have all the processing built in, so they don't need, and should not have, any additional processing added to the signal chain. ...
Should I stack my subs or have them side by side?
The dimensions of the radiating area of your subwoofer(s) determine the frequency range of their directivity. It's often said that bass is omnidirectional, however that's only true to for wavelengths longer than the height and/or width of your ...
Sound in a swimming pool?
Q: I have another event coming up with an odd setup request... Inside of an abandoned "Olympic size" swimming pool. The depth isn't quite the same though. The venue mentioned that they set up sound and dance inside of the pool out of courtesy for the ...
Sound level issues for an overnight, outdoor festival.
Outdoor festival production faces many challenges but one of the most difficult to manage is noise pollution. Bass, aka low-frequency noise propagation, generates the most complaints from local residents. Festivals don't tend to invest in the ...
What are the pros, cons, and theoretical tradeoffs of flown subs?
Q: I'm wondering the pros, cons, and theoretical tradeoffs of flown subs as well as what's possible with BASSBOSS subs. Boundaries and proximity are the relevant points here. Subs on the floor are near the boundary that is the floor. Outdoors, subs ...
What is a long-throw subwoofer?
In technical terms what we're describing with the word "throw" usually is a matter of SPL at distance. Barring reflections and interference, sound loses energy at a rate of 6dB per doubling of distance and that affects all subwoofers equally. ...
What power extension cords are best?
Q: I need help understanding what power cords are best! Especially when traveling long distances. I have been using crappy power extensions not considering proper power. Thinking about getting 10 gauge extensions. Is that necessary? Will 12 gauge ...
What presets should I use?
The preset configurations shouldn't be pre-planned. They should be tested on site because the relative levels, the environment, which models of subs and tops, the musical genres and personal tastes will all influence which preset combination is ...
Where can I get information on best practices for using BASSBOSS Gear?
Got questions about using your BASSBOSS gear to the best effect? We've got a ton of videos, articles and advice on how to make your events crush. Use our Operation + Performance Knowledge BASS for answers to your audio questions. Check out our ...
Which high-pass filter should I choose when combining tops and subs?
Any combination of BASSBOSS subs and/or tops are pre-aligned. Different settings are meant to adjust the relative balance of highs to lows, but no adjustment to crossover settings are required regardless of chosen preset.
Recent Articles
Cart and Transport Options for BASSBOSS Subwoofers
BASSBOSS subs can be heavy, and we make a variety of wheelcarts to make transport easy. This article details each sub's transport option(s) as well as replacement hardware. Subwoofer Cart/Caster Description SKU Purchase Link BB15 Penn Elcom 100mm / ...
Replacement Pole Cups for BASSBOSS Subs and Tops
This article describes where you can find replacement pole cups for your BASSBOSS loudspeaker. These include M20 (threaded) mounts, as well as cups that accept the the K&M ring lock adapters, which is what we recommend. Note that it is important to ...
Which Firmware Version is my MK3 Speaker Running?
To see which version of firmware your BASSBOSS MK3 speaker is running, connect the loudspeaker to a computer running ControlBASS via a Cat5 (ethernet) cable, power on the loudspeaker, and look at the version string when it pops up (see the image ...
Can I Stack ZV28s Vertically?
While the ZV28 includes interlocking feet for horizontal stacking, you can also stack your ZV28s vertically, which creates a lot of output in a small (and tall) footprint. This vertical configuration works great against a wall, or even better firing ...
PredictBASS - See Your Bass Before You Hear It
Take control of your low end with PredictBASS—BASSBOSS' powerful new 3D tool that lets you visualize and optimize subwoofer performance in any space. In this quick start guide, we walk you through the software’s most important features so you can get ...