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Can someone please explain what a tapered array is, and what kind of sound changes I should be expecting?

 

I am replacing one of my RC-3 II's with an RC-7 - and what I've noticed is that according to the spec sheets, the RC-7 features a tapered array, where the 3 II was just a standard two-way design.  What kind of things can I expect different because of the tapered array?  I already understand what kind of sound changes I should expect from the 6.5 > 8" drivers and the 1 > 1.75" horn, but what about the array?

 

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I don't think you will really hear a change due to the array.  This is sometimes used in Klpisch center speakers to counter act lobing between the drivers and deliver a better midrang.  The lobing is related to the distance between the drivers.  I am sure others will chime in with more info.  Compared to tower speakers, most center channels are design to give a wide dispersion of the sound.  So, the polar response of the speaker comes into play.

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