Podcast #1267: Nick Brown and Smith Freeman of SVS Sound
Summary
In this episode, hosts Arad Darian and Braden Russell interview SVS’s Nick Brown and Smith Freeman to discuss the new Auto EQ feature for Revolution subwoofers, which simplifies calibration using smartphone or external microphones. The guests also preview SVS’s upcoming soundbar, highlighting its unique nine-driver configuration and dedicated subwoofer, expected in early 2027. Additionally, they explore the balance between objective measurements and subjective listening in speaker design, the impact of new materials like diamond tweeters, and SVS’s upcoming community events.
Topics discussed
Intro, pre-recorded note, and how to support the show
Welcome SVS guests Nick Brown and Smith Freeman
Overview of SVS Audio EQ and room acoustics
Explaining room gain and destructive modes
How the calibration process works with mics
External microphone cost and performance benefits
Calibrating multiple subwoofers and user levels
Compatible subwoofer models and future plans
Using Audio EQ as a subwoofer placement tool
SVS soundbar update and release timeline
Why soundbars exist and their role in home theater
SVS soundbar acoustic design and driver configuration
Discovery of diamond tweeters and speaker design
Defining the concept of 'speaker disappearance'
Balancing objective measurements with subjective listening
Marketing buzzwords and audio terminology
Future of home theater: wireless power and AI
Upcoming SVS events and community engagement
Closing remarks and show credits
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