Michael Feinstein

Sorry about the previous blank post. There is a physical equation called the Fletcher/Munson Curve which states that as the volume of sound is reduced the perception of the high and low frequencies fall of disproportionately to the actual reduction in volume. This formula is used to produce loudness curves which are formulated into loudness controls on some audio equipment. In other words, for one to perceive the correct balance of high and low sounds one must increase their relative strength as the volume is decreased. This give one the impression as a loss of sound quality as the volume is automatically reduced by the ALS. Mike

I know that this is what they say in the blurbs about the features in the ML System, but you should also realize that this copy is written by advertising agency people to impress the majority, and not directed to audio people who understand a bit more about the nuances of circuit design. In other words....they might be oversimplifying the true operation of ASL. I will try to contact some of my friends who actually designed the circuits in the ML system soon and then report back. Thank you very much for your efforts. It seems to me that if I turn off the ASL while going 60 mph and and simply increase the volume, the music continues to sound flat and dull as opposed to sounding rich and full with the ASL on at a lower volume. I would like to know what you find and if anything can be done to modify it.

In the winter position the wipers are higher so as to be easy to find if covered with snow. The summer position protects them from the sun. Mike