Monday, 28 December 2009

Which Surround Sound Will Best Suit Your Home Theater Viewing Room

By Matt Thames

Hooking up a TV and making it sound the way you want it to can be a little tricky, but can be very fun if you follow a few simple steps. There is nothing quite a cool as being able to sit back and enjoy the fruits of your labor after completing a task that is not easy and takes a little time.

There are several things to consider when looking at a surround sound system for your home, not the least of which is cost. Based on the manufacturer, and type of system, some surround systems can be quite expensive. While it is not necessary to break the back when choosing a system for your home, you should be aware that the more money you spend, it is likely that you will get a better quality sound for your home theater.

If you do not want to go through the hassle of determining what components you need, what type of speakers, how many speakers, how much wiring, the easiest solution is a pre-packaged home surround sound system. There are several options available when looking for a pre-packaged system, so you should have an idea of what you are looking for before you make a decision.

There are several types of packaged surround sound systems. The least complicated system is the sound bar. The sound bar is one center speaker, usually placed above or below your television, which simulates the surround sound experience. The sound bar has speakers for the multiple channels that are used to create the surround sound experience, and the package typically comes with a separate sub-woofer for the bass. In this setup you only need to worry about connecting the two speakers, which are generally kept close to the tuner, so there is little issue with the wiring.

Another option for your surround sound system is a 5.1 channel system. The 5.1 system is made up of 6 speakers. Three separate channel speakers are placed in the front of the room, above and on both sides of the television. The sub-woofer is usually placed in the front of the room as well, on the floor by the television. The remaining two speakers are placed in the back of the room, on opposite sides of the viewing area. This is the most common surround sound system, available with several different options, including wireless rear speakers.

For those interested in getting the newest, mostly highly advanced home surround sound system, the 7.1 channel system is the way to go. This system includes all of the speakers found in the 5.1 channel system, with the addition of two speakers for the middle of the room. If you have a Blu-ray player the 7.1 channel system is ideal, since it will make full use of the enhanced audio tracks that are provided by the Blu-ray player.

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