solution for a very bright room?

Agree with Kr4 - expect some improvement from equalization and/or signal processing but acoustic problems often call for acoustic solutions, especially if you're looking for improvement over a wide range of listening positions.

For instance if you have audible slap-echo at the listening position, then you have an acoustic problem that calls for an acoustic solution. You'll have to treat several square feet area on at least one room surface.

In addition to your room, your speakers are part of the equation - in particular, their radiation pattern. What speakers are you using?

Duke
dealer/manufacturer

Duke,
The system will be created from scratch.....what about components and speakers specifically chosen for the room??
The room size is about 15x25.

"what about components and speakers specifically chosen for the room??"

That will definitely help, but it won't provide a total cure. You have *got* to damp at least one of those reflective surfaces and preferably two that are are not facing each other. Find some suitable art, plants, screens, cushions, etc. or go whole hog and get some professional sound absorption/diffusion devices.

It would probably be well worth your money to engage the services of a pro. If you're anywhere near Virginia, Rives has earned a great reputation amongst Audiogoners...

-RW-

RW--are you implying you need to be near Virginia for Rives services? We do work all of the world (mostly US, but oversears as well), predominantly through our dealer network. We are based in Iowa. Just didn't want anyone to think we were limited in areas where we do design work.

As to the other points, the room does need to be treated. You can't reduce reverberation times with any signal processor.

"We do work all of the world (mostly US, but oversears as well), predominantly through our dealer network. We are based in Iowa."

Oooops, my bad. Sorry about that. I coulda sworn you were based in Va - time for that 2nd cup of coffee. Maybe it will wash down the taste of that foot I had in my mouth...

-RW- I *did* say you have a great reputation here.