I am presently contemplating joining a startup where the idea is to provide acoustic dispersion of soundwaves using proprietary methods. One application: making high frequencies more dispersive or omni directional in loudspeakers, making off-axis imaging better. Example: instead of using multiple drivers to cast a wider image, using only 1 driver along with the startups solution.
I’m trying to get a sense of the magnitude of this problem (high frequency directivity for loudspeakers) for manufacturers and end consumers. If the problem is solved - will it be:
- A nice-to-have iterative feature? OR
- revolutionary - absolutely needed and people will be willing to pay a premium for it?
[Assume for now, that everything works and is better than existing methods like acoustic reflectors
].
Thank you!