How to connect tweeters to speakers

Modern models of speaker systems have good sound performance and quality of audio file playback. Their work is quite enough to ensure that you listen to your favorite songs. However, progress does not stand still, and every year new developments appear in the world of high technology that allow achieving better results and system parameters to create a pleasant and rich sound.

If the set of functions is enough for you when purchasing a standard model, you can choose a popular company, choose the ideal price-quality ratio and purchase the products. If you want to get the most out of your technology, it is recommended to buy additional equipment. In our article we will talk about one of the options for increasing sound performance by using tweeters.

What are tweeters or tweeters?

If you have not used speakers before or made do with the classic versions, then most likely you are not familiar with the equipment called Twitter. Before buying it and installing it, you should understand the main purpose, advantages when listening to music and the operating features of this system.

From the name itself it is clear that during operation the equipment reproduces characteristic sounds of a certain frequency, similar to squeaking. This is achieved by incorporating high-frequency sound vibrations into the work. Since standard models have a wide range of usable frequencies, they make the music sound monotonous and desaturated. Therefore, special variations have been developed that can be used to emphasize high-frequency sounds, providing volume and expressiveness to audio recordings.

Twitter is a small speaker that is installed together with the main speaker system in order to improve the parameters and characteristics of the audio recordings being played.

ATTENTION! Depending on your preferences, you can install the desired number of such devices. For comparison, you can try listening to music through different speaker options to choose the best sound configuration.

Features of connecting tweeters

In general, this device has a fairly simple operating principle, which is based on the reproduction of sound waves in the high frequency range from 2 to 30 thousand Hertz. However, going beyond this range may lead to malfunctions. If at lower frequencies the sound simply will not be reproduced, then at higher frequencies it can lead to breakdown and damage to the microcircuits.

Therefore, for the correct operation and functioning of the system, there are some features in its connection. To avoid possible problems, you need to purchase a special capacitor that ensures that only the desired sound range passes through the tweeter.

IMPORTANT! Depending on the model of equipment and the sounds supplied to the equipment, capacitors may vary. It is better to consult with a specialist and select the necessary part that is suitable specifically for your column.

Also an important factor is the location of the tweeters relative to the main equipment. To compare, try several positions and find the most convenient location. It is recommended to place them closer than the main equipment in relation to the listener. 

How to connect tweeters to speakers

The connection process will not take you much time and will not require special skills. For the first time, we recommend using step-by-step instructions that describe the sequence of actions:

1. Connect the main speaker wires of the speaker system and check their operation.
2. After this, connect the Twitter, having previously chosen a place to install it.
3. The process of connecting wires in series consists of gradually connecting them to the main part.
4. Connect the positive and negative charges to the corresponding signs on the squeaker. The plus must connect to the plus, and the minus to the minus.
5. The capacitor, which limits the entry of low frequencies, is connected to the positive.

This method is universal for any system. If desired, you can use the crossover that comes with the kit. If you don’t have the device, you can purchase it in a store or online.