Are you unhappy with the sound quality of your surround sound speakers? Do you feel like you’re not getting the most out of your system? If so, read on for tips on how to place your speakers for optimal performance properly. By following these simple guidelines, you’ll be able to fine-tune your audio experience and enjoy blockbuster movies and music concerts as if you were right there in the middle of the action.
Where should I put my speakers for surround sound?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the best place for your surround speakers may vary depending on the specific setup of your home. However, a few things to keep in mind when positioning your speakers for surround sound. In general, the front left and right speakers should go in the front of the room, while the back left and right speakers should be placed towards the sides or rear of the room. The center speaker can go either in front of or above the TV and should be pointed directly at it. Experiment with different placements to see what works best for you!
Left, right, and center speakers should be positioned at ear level once seated in your favorite viewing position. Surround sound speaker placement height can be located to the side and rear of the listening position (as 7:3 or 5:1 configuration). It depends on room size and shape – experimentation will result in your perfect home theatre!
Where should I place my surround sound speakers with a soundbar?
When you’re setting up a home theater, the positioning of your surround sound speakers is critical for the best possible audio experience. If you’re using a soundbar, there are some specific guidelines to follow for optimal performance. Here are a few tips to help you get started.
When using a soundbar, your speakers should be placed directly on either side of the soundbar and as close to the front and rear walls as possible if you have a space behind the couch where you can’t put any speakers or even add an extra subwoofer if that’s also not an option.
Another important thing is that your left and right surround channels should NOT be at 90 degrees angles from each other unless there’s no way they won’t end up that way when positioned next to the soundbar. This means if your left speaker is in front of one wall and your right speaker is in front of another wall, they should be placed either on the same wall or are at least very close to each other. This is because the sound doesn’t go through walls but can bounce off them causing phase issues that will make it sound like your surround speakers are coming from different locations.
If you have bookshelf speakers, these would likely need to be placed next to the soundbar to have enough space for the setup. If you don’t want this temporary location, consider getting in-ceiling speakers for this setup. Regardless of what kind of speaker you use, having them closer rather than further away from each other is greatly preferred, along with being relatively equidistant from the listening spot so that there are minimal levels.