How to Tune the Bass Ports for the 1723 Tower?
Article summary
- The 1723 series towers feature versatile port options for customizable bass output.
- Open all three ports for maximum bass; plug them for a fully sealed alignment.
- Adjust the number of open ports to achieve different sound profiles tailored to your space.
- Single port use is not ideal for high volume due to potential ‘port chuff’ noise.
- Enhance your audio-visual setup with the 1723 Tower THX, designed for immersive sound experience!
The 1723 series towers have the added flexibility of different plug combinations in the ports.
With all three 3 ports open, maximum bass output is guaranteed. With two ports open, you will get slightly less output in the bass and similar depth as 3 ports open. With one port open you get a little less output with a similar depth as above.
All ports plugged bring the Tower back to a fully sealed alignment. The Tower, therefore, delivers a choice of multiple roll-off, output, and damping ‘tunes’ that will suit a wide variety of tastes, room acoustics, and speaker placement.
Please Note: With only a single port open, higher listening levels could generate some port noise (sometimes called ‘port chuff’) from the extremely high velocities of the air within the port. It is therefore not recommended for high SPL listening but may perform quite well at moderate levels.
Frequently asked questions
What are the port options for the Arendal Sound 1723 series towers?
The 1723 series towers offer flexible plug combinations in their ports, allowing you to customize bass output.
How does opening different ports affect bass output in the 1723 series towers?
All three ports open guarantee maximum bass output. Two ports provide slightly less bass output, while one port yields the least, but depth remains similar across all settings.
What happens if all ports on the 1723 series towers are plugged?
Plugging all ports returns the Tower to a fully sealed alignment, offering a variety of roll-off, output, and damping options suited for different tastes and room acoustics.
Can I listen at high levels with only one port open on the 1723 series towers?
Listening at high SPL with one port open may cause port noise (or ‘port chuff’) due to high air velocities. It’s recommended for moderate listening levels instead.
What benefits do the different port configurations provide?
They offer various tuning options to match personal preferences, room acoustics, and speaker placement, enhancing your overall listening experience.
