The reactive nature of loudspeaker loads and the random distribution of musical signals establish constraints on the design of Class B audio amplifiers. How extreme is the peak and average dissipation in actual use? Analysis of the load and signal characteristics clarifies the actual design requirements. Experimental results are given for both simulation of loudspeaker impedances, and for measurements on loudspeakers driven with music.
(See document for exact affiliation information.)
https://aes2.org/publications/elibrary-page/?id=6702
(1459KB)
Click to purchase paper as a non-member or login as an AES member. If your company or school subscribes to the E-Library then switch to the institutional version. If you are not an AES member Join the AES. If you need to check your member status, login to the Member Portal.
