Glossary term

Width

Width is the side-to-side dimension of a component in its stated orientation.

Also called: Body width

The measurement may include or exclude projecting fittings. It describes physical size rather than a standard mounting format or the total space needed for access.

Width — SACD Transport

For a SACD transport, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — Cartridge

For a cartridge, width is the side-to-side dimension of the cartridge body.

Compare bare-body measurements without the stylus guard, headshell or mounting plate. Preserve any included-part condition on the published figure; body width is separate from mounting-hole spacing.

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Width — Upscaler

For a digital upscaler, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

Width — Crossover

For an active crossover, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

Width — Step-Up Transformer (SUT)

For a step-up transformer, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — Super Tweeter

For a super tweeter, width helps check the supporting surface and physical fit beside other equipment.

Allow for any mounting projections. The enclosure width does not identify driver diameter or the acoustic spacing needed relative to the main speaker.

Width — Power Regenerator

For a power regenerator, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

Width — External Clock

For an external clock, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — Music Server

For a music server, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — MC Head Amp

For a phono head amp, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — Loudspeaker

For a loudspeaker, width describes the side-to-side cabinet footprint.

Check whether grilles, feet or outriggers extend beyond the cabinet. The width alone does not establish the spacing required for stable placement or the intended acoustic performance.

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Width — Power Filter

For a power filter, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

Width — USB Reclocker

For a USB reclocker, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

Width — Preamp

For a preamplifier, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — Power Amp

For a power amplifier, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — Streamer

For a streamer, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — Power Supply

For an external power supply, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

Width — Subwoofer

For a subwoofer, width describes the side-to-side cabinet footprint.

Check whether grilles, feet or outriggers extend beyond the cabinet. The width alone does not establish the spacing required for stable placement or the intended acoustic performance.

Width — Digital Audio Player

For a portable player, width describes the side-to-side case dimension in the stated orientation.

Compare it with the intended pocket or case while allowing for the other dimensions and connected plugs. Screen width is not the same as overall player width.

Width — Equalizer

For an equalizer, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

Width — Optical Equalizer

For an optical-cartridge equalizer, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — DAC

For a DAC, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — Headphone Amp

For a headphone amplifier, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

Width — CD Transport

For a CD transport, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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Width — Tuner

For a tuner, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

Width — Turntable

For a turntable, width helps match the plinth to the supporting shelf or isolation platform.

Check tonearm, cover and control projections separately. A platform should accommodate the actual support points rather than being selected from platter diameter alone.

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Width — Phono Preamp

For a phono preamplifier, width helps establish how much side-to-side space the unit occupies on its support.

Compare whether handles or other projections are included. Allow access to any side connections or controls; a stated width does not automatically establish 19-inch rack compatibility.

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