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14 Nov

Best On Wall Speakers for Your Home Theater System

Lifestyle, Design

If you’ve ever put together a home theater system, you’ll know that your speakers are the most critical elements of the setup. They are responsible for giving you an all-encompassing and immersive sound experience, making your movies, music or games all the more enjoyable.

On wall speakers are essentially speakers mounted on a wall and are great for homes with a limited floor area. They are also popular with those who want to incorporate their speakers in their interior space through custom installation. On wall speakers are a well-liked alternative to traditional floor-standing speakers because they provide a clean, unobtrusive look. 

When you use wall speakers in your home, you can benefit from full surround sound without utilizing much space. However, they can be more expensive than other speaker types because they require specialized materials to be installed appropriately. However, many would agree that the look and sound they provide make them worthy of the investment.

Pros of On Wall Speakers 

Wall speakers have many advantages over other speakers, but the following are the most notable:

  • No floor or shelf space needed: Since on wall speakers are mounted, you don’t need to use up any space on your floors and shelves. They are more discreet than standing and bookshelf models and can be placed anywhere in the room. 
  • Clean look with high audio performance: Not only do they offer a sleek, modern look that will fit in with any decor, on wall speakers also produce high-quality audio that is rival to none. Since they can be installed at any height, they can be placed closer to the main listening area for a louder and clearer sound. 
  • No holes cut compared to in-wall speakers: In-wall speakers are built into the wall rather than mounted. They are commonly used in commercial applications and can give a sound that seems to be coming from the surroundings rather than the TV screen. However, installation requires you to create a hole in your wall. For many homeowners, this isn’t something that they would want to do. 

Cons of On Wall Speakers 

On wall speakers are a great way to get the sound you want. But just like with all things, they also come with disadvantages. The following are the most significant challenges you may face when using wall-mounted speakers.

  • Tricky cable management: Speaker cables can look unappealing when dangling from walls which defeats having on wall speakers for a tidy appearance. You have to be creative on how to hide the cords so they don’t appear as an eyesore, or you can opt for wireless on wall speakers to avoid this problem. 
  • Less mobility: These speakers offer less mobility than floor-standing and bookshelf types since they are fixed to the wall. They can’t be angled toward the listener, which may affect the auditory experience. However, they can be installed at an optimal position where they can give the best sound to listeners. It will take a bit of trial and error to find the perfect spot, but when you do, your on wall speakers will give you the highest-quality sounds.
  • Subpar bass response: Your walls play a significant role when considering the speaker placement for your home theater setup. Sound frequencies travel through space and bounce back when it encounters parallel surfaces. Since on wall speakers are mounted to the wall, sound frequencies don’t have enough room to produce the best audio. This results in a thinner bass response compared to floor-standing models. 

The Best On Wall Speakers for Home Theater by ELAC

ELAC is a premier speaker brand that provides a wide selection of well-made, high-performing, affordable speakers. So if you’re searching for the best on wall speakers for home theater setups, you will find the perfect one from our catalog. 

Our on wall speakers produce the best sound that elevates the auditory experience to a new level. So take a pick from our latest offerings. 

Debut 2.0 – OW4.2 On-wall Speaker

Our Debut 2.0 on wall speaker provides excellent performance for its price. Its compact proportions allow for easier installation and offer a discreet look that goes well with any interior space. But don’t let its size fool you. The Debut 2.0 gives a total surround-sound experience, adding a vast dimensionality to your home theater system. In addition, it uses a Wide-Dispersion Waveguide to help widen the sweet spot, allowing for a better distribution of sound in your living room space. This means you can hear loud and clear sounds wherever you are in the room without needing to angle the speakers toward you.

Features

  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 7.87″ x 12.76″ x 3.94
  • Frequency Response: 70Hz – 35000 Hz
  • Crossover Frequency: 2500 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 87db @2.83v/1m
  • Maximum Power Input: 80 Watts
  • Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms
  • Enclosure Type: 2-Way Bass Reflex
  • Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
  • Cabinet Finish: Black Ash Vinyl
  • Binding Posts: 5-Way Metal
  • Port: Dual Flared
  • Tweeter: 1-inch Cloth Dome
  • Woofer: 4-inch Aramid Fiber

ELAC Muro OW-V41S On-Wall Speaker

Like any ELAC speaker, the Muro OW-V41S is an excellent addition to any home theater setup. They are offered in two colors, black and white, that will surely complement any decor. The front baffles are a painted satin finish, giving the speakers a polished and luxurious look. In addition, the Muro OW-V41S allows for both vertical and horizontal mounting, so you have more options when considering their placement.

Features

  • Height: 15 11/16″
  • Width: 7”
  • Depth: 3 3/8″
  • Frequency response: 75 to 35,000 Hz
  • Crossover frequency: 2,800 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 86 db at 2.83 v/1m
  • Max power input: 80 Watts
  • Nominal impedance: 6 Ω
  • Enclosure type: 2-way
  • Cabinet: CARB2-rated MDF
  • Cabinet Finish: Painted Satin Black or White Front Baffle with vinyl-wrapped cabinet
  • Binding posts: 5-way metal
  • Grille: Magnetic White or Black Fabric Grill
  • Tweeter: 1×1-inch soft dome
  • Woofer: 1×4-inch Aluminum cone
  • Passive Woofer: 1×4-inch Aluminum cone
  • Accessories included: Mounting template, manual
  • Orientation Crossover Switch: No

Muro OW-V41L Dual On-Wall Speaker

The Muro OW-V41L on wall speakers offer the same versatility and high-quality sound output as the OW-V41S model. However, this variety comes with an AXIS Tilt Control feature that allows the listening axis to be pointed toward the listener based on mounting height and orientation. This makes the Muro OW-V41L one of the best on wall speakers for home theater systems.

Features

  • Height: 25 1/2″
  • Width: 7 13/16”
  • Depth: 3 3/8″
  • Frequency response: 75 to 35,000 Hz
  • Crossover frequency: 2,800 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 86 db at 2.83 v/1m
  • Max power input: 80 watts
  • Nominal impedance: 8 Ω
  • Enclosure type: 2-way, dual passive radiator, sealed
  • Cabinet: CARB2-rated MDF
  • Cabinet Finish: Painted Satin Black or White Front Baffle with vinyl-wrapped cabinet
  • Binding posts: 5-way metal
  • Grille: Magnetic White or Black Fabric Grill
  • Tweeter: 1×1-inch soft dome
  • Woofer: 2×4-inch Aluminum cone
  • Passive Woofer: 2×4-inch Aluminum cone
  • Accessories included: Mounting template, manual
  • Orientation Crossover Switch: Yes