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# Beam design best practices

Learn about the different types of beams available, their applications, and the detailed design process. Designing with beams, a concept often associated with lighting involves controlling and shaping patterns for optimal effects. This principle is fundamental to the HOLOPLOT design approach. We will cover the types of beams available, where and how to use them, and the detailed process of designing sound systems with HOLOPLOT technology.

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