The Matterhorn reproduces program material in the frequency range of 15 to80Hz continuously through a system of 40 low frequency drivers. Theextraordinary technical specifications of the Danley Matterhorn include a-3dB measurement at 12Hz and an SPL of 105dB at 250 metres.
Mike Hedden, president of Danley Sound Labs, says: "The Matterhorn goestwo octaves lower than any sub commercially available. At the mouth of thehorn, it achieves 160dB and moves ten inches of air. You can dry yourclothes with it. You can move a Honda Civic with it. If the Civic's parkedon a decline, the Matterhorn will knock it over."
When asked who will buy such an audaciously powerful subwoofer, Heddenlaughed, "The military, of course, that's why we started this project. Butwe also plan to scale it down. Our customers in the professional audio worldwill be able to purchase smaller versions, which, while less powerful thanthe full-blown Matterhorn, will still blow away any other commerciallyavailable subwoofer, almost literally."
Tom Danley is an innovative loudspeaker designer. His designs havebeen utilised in projects ranging from ground zero bombing simulation, jetengine active noise cancellation, and sonic boom generators to criticallistening mastering studios, high-end home theatre, and houses of worshiparound the world.
(Chris Henry)
