Just to clarify, we try to provide documentation on specific things a person needs to know to get up and running. Most of these information sheets resulted from questions we were asked after delivering speakers to a new owner. For example, on our Veracity line, most speakers are bi-wire capable with Cardas jumpers attached when shipped. But some owners had no idea how to bi-wire and why or if they should. So there is a sheet on that included with each pair of speakers, if appropriate.
There are so many room-dependent issues where speakers are concerned, as Bob said, it would require a textbook to lay out all the theories on how to achieve a great set-up. And no matter what we write, there will always be those who feel they have a better way of doing things.
Since each person will have unique issues they will struggle with and perhaps need a little education on, resources like this forum are a far better source of information. You will be exposed to many more "theories" and can pick and choose those that make the most sense for you.
We are always happy to answer specific questions. But we don't even pretend to know it all. We have our philosophies and experiences and can answer based on them. But our owners, as a group, have far more experience than we do. For example, we are often asked about mating our speakers with this or that receiver. We just aren't in a position to try every model by every manufacturer. But chances are very good that one or more of our owners has specific experience with a certain speaker model and the synergy or lack thereof with a specific receiver.
So if you are looking for specific information, this forum is a far better source of advice than anything we might offer.
We look at it this way: We build speakers that we feel will provide you with a solid foundation for a great system. But you are the person building the system. And, in the end, it has to make you happy. The more advice you get from more varied sources, the better chance you will end up where you want to be. So it is probably best that we limit our input to only those issues we have direct experience with. Even then, take what we say with a grain of salt, so to speak, since our opinion is only one perspective.
And, in the end, by interacting with other owners, you will undoubtedly make new friends in the process - friends who share your interests and objectives. So we'll stick to providing just the basics and let you explore from there. When you take the time to understand all the issues involved in a great set-up, you will not only end up with a great sounding system, you will also dramatically expand your knowledge base in the process. Who knows, you may end up in a position to write the ultimate "how-to" manual and we could include it with every pair of speakers we ship.
- Jim
