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Venue Coverage Angle Calculator
Work out the speaker coverage angle needed to cover an audience area from a given throw distance.
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Work out the speaker coverage angle needed to cover an audience area from a given throw distance.
Venue Coverage Angle Estimator
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💡 Tip: Angle = 2 x arctan(width / 2 / distance).
How It Works
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2
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Quick Reference Guide
Venue Quick Guide
Typical values for reference.
| Width m | Throw m | Mount m | Angle |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 6 | 3 | 67° horizontal |
| 20 | 15 | 3 | 67° horizontal |
| 30 | 25 | 3 | 62° horizontal |
| 50 | 40 | 3 | 64° horizontal |
| Rule of Thumb | Check inputs | Use as a guide | Round sensibly |
Common Questions
Venue Coverage Angle Calculator FAQ
Answers to common questions about this calculator.
The angle over which a speaker keeps its level within 6 dB.
Match its pattern to the audience shape.
Sound spreads over a larger area, losing 6 dB per doubling.
Yes in long venues.