Speakers are the heart of a home theater system, and their quality can make or break your experience. When finding the answer to how many speakers you’ll need for a home theater system, you’ll likely be bombarded with confusing terms like channels, subwoofers, or surrounds… or you may have noticed number sequences such as or […]
Subwoofers are speakers designed to produce lower sound frequencies that a traditional surround sound setup can’t reproduce on its own. Specifically, they generate frequencies that typically range from 20 Hz to 200 Hz and are used to improve the overall sound quality of an audio system. They are commonly used in home theaters, where it […]
The proper placement is the most crucial factor when it comes to getting the best sound quality out of your bookshelf speakers. When optimally placed, these speakers produce a balanced, fuller sound—with better imaging and separation—allowing you to maximize your listening experience in small to mid-sized spaces. Poor speaker placement can take away from the […]
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 […]
Many TVs are designed to produce great video with razor-thin panels. Often this means built-in audio components and speakers are an afterthought, resulting in some terrible sound. This is why it’s common for people to ask how to connect bookshelf speakers to a TV. This process should be straightforward, that is until you check the […]
Floorstanding speakers should be your choice if you want excellent sound quality for your home theater system. But, how do floorstanding speakers work? Due to their size, these speakers offer a much better bass response than other options, such as stand-mount or bookshelf speakers. With a larger cabinet, these speakers give you a more significant […]
The quality of the sound being played from your computer varies largely depending on the speakers used. Most PCs don’t have built-in speakers, so you’ll need to purchase them separately. However, midrange computer speakers have less-than-stellar performance and quality, making listening to music, watching movies or playing games less exciting. For this reason, many people […]
You’ve picked out a set of great-sounding speakers, paired them with a well-matched amplifier, and arrived at the next stop in your audio journey… the Subwoofer. The Subwoofer is the most misunderstood component in the audio system. You may have heard conflicting opinions regarding these monolithic low-frequency boxes. Some will say, “The Subwoofer is the […]
You’ve got all the pieces and parts of a home stereo system, but now you need to know how to wire everything together. Fortunately, it’s not nearly as complex as you might think. With a few basic tools and the knowledge provided in this article, you’ll be able to connect your speakers and enjoy your […]
Regardless of what audio equipment you have, ensuring you position the speakers correctly will significantly enhance your listening experience. Due to the nature of sound and how it behaves at specific frequencies, proper placement will ensure that you hear the sounds as intended by the artist and the speaker designer. Because each speaker is different […]
