Having the right speakers for your home theater room - correct size, proper sound output, and fitting aesthetics - brings the entire room together in one cohesive piece. When looking at audio speakers, consider the size of the room, the appropriate speaker size, the number that you are going to be using, and what is within your price range for sound equipment. You may also want to consider more aesthetic items like speaker placement and the overall look of your home theater design.
When it comes to finding home speakers, the first thing to do is analyze the size of the room. You want to take a good look at how much space you have, and then do some calculations about the placement and number of pieces able to fit within your room. For instance, if the room is very large, you are going to want to place the units much higher. If it is small, speakers on the floor will cut down on echoes and make it easier to align your entire sound system. In-wall units are another option that will allow you to have quality sound from all parts of the room without dealing with the potential clutter of floorstanding models.
The next thing to consider is the size of the speakers themselves. Each speaker type (front, side, subwoofer) come in different sizes depending on how they will be mounted, the quality of the sound and the type of application they will be used for. Larger units may be able to give you richer, deeper sound but that sort of sound may not be necessary for the size and layout of your particular home theater room. Additionally, quality manufacturers are improving on the audio quality of smaller speakers every year. Large rooms may soon not require the use of large floorstanding or cabinet models. Consider the size of the in-wall speakers you prefer as well. The size will equate to the portion of your wall that will need to be removed. A custom home theater installer can help with defining the parameters for the speaker size best for your home.
The number of speakers your room needs is another item to consider. Several brands offer different lines that include three, five or seven unit configurations. Consult with a home audio technician or custom installer about what is the best proportion for your home if you are unsure of what you will need.
Speakers for any home theater are no longer outside of many people's reach. Home theater equipment is available in a wide range of pricing suitable for any budget. Quality, top-brands are available within the range of average home owners and top of the line units are also available for audio junkies who have a fine ear for sound and a fascination with the technology. Don't let pricing stop you from getting the right type of sound for your home. Talk to a custom installer about your price range and what is most important to you when it comes to the sound quality in your home theater.
Consider these important items as you develop your home theater's audio system.
~ Ben Anton, 2007
Ben Anton lives in the Northwest and writes for Ronny's 5th St. Audio Vision.
Ben Anton invites you to find out more about home theater speaker installation and layout options at our custom home theater design, audio and video web site and store.
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