Townshend Audio writes: “Owners of the Townshend Maximum Supertweeters often report an improvement in the bass, and while supertweeters don’t enhance bass inherently themselves, there is a perception of improved bass response.
Here are a few reasons why adding supertweeters might lead to a perceived improvement in bass:
Enhanced Clarity: By reproducing high-frequency sounds more accurately, supertweeters can contribute to a clearer and more detailed overall audio reproduction. This clarity may extend to the lower frequencies, including bass, making it more perceptible.
Improved Overall Balance: A more balanced frequency response across the entire audible spectrum can create a more cohesive and enjoyable listening experience. Even though supertweeters primarily focus on high frequencies, their integration may contribute to a more balanced sound that enhances the overall perception of bass.
Psychoacoustic Effects: Human perception of sound is complex, and changes in one part of the frequency spectrum can influence how we perceive other frequencies. The addition of supertweeters might lead to a subjective perception of improved bass due to psychoacoustic effects.”