What makes a good speaker?

[Pat D]

I've been able to dial in a phase point on my sub where it gives me a +4/-2dB response in it's operating range. Sure it's not perfect but it's damn close.

My understanding of the problem with full-range speakers is that bass requires that the speakers are positioned in a different location in the room as opposed to the position where mids and highs sound best. Is this not the case?

Bill

Yes, the best placement for the flattest bass response (usually in or near a corner) and the best placement for the stereo image (usually away from room surfaces) are usually different. One could get something designed for corner placement, like the Allison Three, now available again, which makes them coincide:

http://www.allisonacoustics.com/

I don't think I have gotten the bass response as even as you have, but I think skeptic exaggerates the problem. I really haven't had that much problem getting satisfactory integration of the subwoofer with either dipoles or forward radiating speakers.