MartinLogan Descent i [18/28] Solid footing

Solid Footing

After living and experimenting with your subwoofer, you

may want to use ETC (energy transfer coupler) spikes sup-

plied with the subwoofer (see figure 18). With the use

of these spikes, the subwoofer will become more firmly

planted on the floor and, consequently, bass will tighten

and imaging will become more coherent and detailed. It

is best not to implement the spikes, however, until you are

secure in the positioning, as the spikes can damage the

floor if the speaker is moved. The feet that attach to the

bottom of the Descent i use a common

/8 - 16 thread.

Spike Installation Instructions:

1 On a soft, padded surface, carefully lay your subwoofer

on its side to gain access to the bottom.

2 Remove existing feet or spikes. Thread new spikes into

holes and screw them in all of the way. If the subwoofer

does not sit level loosen one spike until level is achieved.

3 By hand, tighten the jam nut snugly against the cabinet.

Do not over tighten the nut.

4 Right the speaker.

Caution: Make sure your hands and any cabling are

clear of the spikes. Do not slide subwoofer as spikes

are sharp and can damage your floor or carpet.

5 Adjust to level by rotating spikes. By hand, tighten the

jam nut snugly against the cabinet when you are satis-

fied that subwoofer is level.

Caution: Walking the subwoofer may result in a broken spike.

18 Room Acoustics

Figure 18. The ETC™ Spike.