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We’re a one-stop shop for audiophiles looking to connect, learn more about speakers and listening, and discover the fascinating physics behind great sound. Whether you’re building your first system, upgrading your setup, or diving deep into the science of acoustics, you’ll find a community of passionate listeners and the knowledge to make informed decisions.

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sound has size™

Yes. Sound has size. It’s all about the wavelength: the physical distance between wave peaks. Low-frequency sounds (bass) have large wavelengths spanning many feet, while high-frequency sounds (treble) have small wavelengths measured in inches.

This explains why subwoofers are big and tweeters are tiny – speaker size matches wave size for efficiency. It also explains why bass travels through walls better than higher frequencies – longer wavelengths wrap around obstacles more easily.

The relationship is simple:

wavelength = speed of sound ÷ frequency