What they do
If you remember your basic physics lessons, you will know that you cannot get rid of energy, you can only convert it from one form to another. This is a fundamental law of physics and, of course, nature. With Vibbeaters, we have chosen a route that converts unwanted energy into heat, as this is the least harmful to our precious musical signal.
The properties of the mineral mixture we use within Vibbeaters offer some very interesting characteristics, particularly in the areas of magnetic fields, field effects, and for dealing with physical vibration and surface energy. When you place a Vibbeater on top of your loudspeaker or on top of your electronic equipment, the vibrations and various magnetic fields that come from the boxes are absorbed. Then, through the mechanical friction between the copper granular mixture, the excess energy is converted into very low-level heat.
It’s easiest to experience the effect Vibbeaters have by simply placing one on top of your speaker whilst music is playing through them. Placing your hand on the speaker, you will find that it is now almost free from vibrations, but if you then move your hand and touch the Vibbeater itself, you will sense a great deal of activity, especially near the very top of the Vibbeater.
Using with loudspeakers
The Vibbeater works on three specific fronts when placed atop a loudspeaker cabinet;
- Through its weight, it gives further stability to the speaker cabinet itself.
- The vibrations and fields that are generated in the speaker box are most intense at the top of the speaker where the energy cannot go any further. So when placing a Vibbeater on top of the speaker you are, in essence, extending the length of the speaker box to a critical point outside of the cabinet. The key is that that energy is no longer a part of the speaker itself. The Vibbeaters simply absorb the energy and transform it into heat.
- The magnetic characteristics that make up the Vibbeaters granular mixture can have a very positive impact on the fields generated in and around the loudspeaker itself.
In summary, the treble tones become cleaner and free from the overtone distortions of a vibrating baffle. The bass becomes quicker, tighter, and with a deeper, more textured sound. Above all the sound picture is widened which should give you a more precise position in width, depth and altitude. You will experience a newfound flow and calm in the sound.
Using with electronic components
With its special granular mineral mix, Vibbeaters offer greater stability to the chassis of the equipment on which they are placed while also absorbing vibrations.
In addition, the Vibbeater also neutralises part of the magnetic field from the electronic equipment. You will always have to experiment to find the optimal position for the Vibbeater, but we usually find the best place to start is closest to the power cable inlet or at the product’s transformer.
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