Cabin Interior and Electronics
Alto Unveils Line of Side-firing Subwoofers
New bass speakers feature ‘superior’ reproduction of lower notes
ALTO product line
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Cabin audio systems supplier Alto Aviation is introducing a new line of subwoofers designed for midsize, large, and VVIP business jets this week at NBAA-BACE 2023. It is demonstrating the subwoofers at its booth in the North Hall, where showgoers can also experience Alto MySound seat-centric audio technology and a full display of its Cadence cabin management system for all business aircraft.

Available in two sizes, the line of subwoofers features side-firing technology, which combines two types of radiated energy into one discreet exit, fusing the acoustic front wave from the loudspeaker with the resonant back wave into a common high-velocity chamber. The arrangement allows the subwoofer to couple extended bass responses directly into the listening room, avoiding putting bass energy into the cabinets or furniture.