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Shopping – Sony HTCT100 Sound Bar with Subwoofer – Black
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Shopping – Sony SS-B1000 5 1/8-Inch Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)
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Best Audio Equipment Speaker Tips
Posted by: | CommentsBest Audio Equipment Speakers Tips; How To Get Your Money’s Worth From Your Home Audio Equipment Speakers!
It is very important that your audio equipment speakers and your home audio equipment are setup correctly. Because we want to hear movie theater sounds at home, we purchase home theater equipment. It is exciting when we feel the thumps of very low sounds, or when we hear each fragment of glass as it falls after being broken. We can spend a lot of money on an audio system, and if we do not set it up properly, we are wasting hard-earned cash.
You probably bought an audio equipment system with as many features as your budget would allow. But, make no mistake. Just having a lot of features and capabilities in your audio system does not guarantee you anything. You need these features to enjoy your system, but if you take time to understand how to setup your equipment it will enhance your listening experience.
You should be aware there is not just one way to setup an audio system in a room. A room can have unique characteristics of sound because of the way the furniture is placed, or the type of flooring it has. This means that even it you have the same audio equipment as someone else, it will not sound the same in two different locations.
You should put some time and thought into planning the physical arrangement of the furniture and audio equipment in your room. You should allow yourself the luxury of exploring several different options. You will be amazed at the differences in the sound of your audio system. What you are trying to achieve is the best trade-off between the audio reproduction in the room with the placement of your furniture.
Once you have your furniture in place, and you have a potential placement for your speakers, it is time for a trial run. It is important to approach this part of the process with flexibility. If you have more than one possible room arrangement, try each one for a time. Do not be afraid to experiment a little, since different room arrangements will have different sound characteristics.One arrangement will ultimately emerge as the best.
Keep in mind that your home audio equipment sound should be one that fills the space of the room without having a distinct sound source. So, when there are intended sound effects from the TV or movies, these effects will stand out from the normal sounds. Your audio system is most enjoyable as it naturally reproduces how we distinguish sounds.
The mistake many people make is to just put the audio speakers wherever they fit, or use the speakers more as furniture than functioning audio equipment. Speakers are essential to reproducing sound, and should be used to enhance your listening experience. Keep in mind that everything in the room can work together to augment the listening experience, or decrease the listening experience. This is how you will get your best sound.
The height of the audio equipment speakers in the room is crucial to the sound you hear. You want the cone of sound to be at the same level as the listener. Make sure that the sound travels directly to the listener rather than be first reflected off other surfaces.
When you place your stereo speakers, have them as near as possible be an equal distance from you. It has been proven that even a few feet difference in that distance can be perceived by your hearing senses. And then, as your senses compensate, the sounds you perceive are intentionally less distinct. This is the opposite effect you want because you purchased your home audio equipment to have more distinct sounds.
By: Lee C. Nowell
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Lee C Nowell has over three decades of experience with audio equipment speakers. His fervent aim is for every home to obtain an audio component set and be able to enjoy current surround sound effects. Lee’s motto is…”To err is human, but to hear is divine.” Before you buy anything online, check out Lee’s personal selections for the best home audio equipment.
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home theater system setup – Home Theater Speaker Placement: 5 Speaker Placement Tips
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Home theater speaker placement is an important consideration for your home audio system. Spending a few minutes in setting up your home theater speakers will make a big difference in your home theater experience.
One of the major reasons to go to the movie cinema is the theater’s sound system and its ability to immerse you in the action through sound. As home theater technology has continued to improve, home theater owners find that they can match or exceed the local movie theater’s sound through their own home theater system.
Today’s typical home theater will have a 5.1 speaker setup which includes 5 speakers, a left and right main speaker, a center channel speaker and two surround speakers, along with a dedicated low frequency effects channel which is the .1.
To enjoy the magic of the movies in the comfort of your own home try the following simple speaker placement tips.
1. Make sure the center channel is “anchored” to the screen. The center channels function is to communicate the movie’s dialog. If the actor’s mouth is moving on the screen, but if the sound appears to be coming from off the screen the dialog will seem unnatural. A center channel speaker will be shielded so that you can place it directly on top of or below your tv.
2. Place the tweeters from your main speakers at ear level. In order to get the speakers to the proper ear level you will want to invest in a quality pair of speaker stands.
3. Each of the front three speakers, the main left, the main right and the center channel should all be placed at an equal distance from the main listening position and should be pointed towards the listener. The speakers should also be placed so that they have a slight natural arc. They generally should be placed between 22 – 30 degrees from the main listening position.
4.Surround sound speakers should be placed directly to the left and right or slightly behind the main listening position and should be located about two feet above ear level. A 6.1 system adds a third surround speaker behind the listener. It is important to note that it is best for that speaker not to be directly in line with the center channel. A 7.1 system adds a rear left and a rear right full range surround channel that should be added behind the listening position.
5. From my experience, nothing will add more impact to your movie watching experience then the addition of a quality subwoofer to your setup. Since deep bass is non directional, you can place your subwoofer pretty much anywhere. Many people will place it in the front corner, but some prefer it in the back or hidden along the side. It is important to note that generally bass will be enhanced by being placed next to the wall and even more so if placed in the corner.
These simple tips will get you started towards an enjoyable home theater experience. Every speaker and room have their own unique qualities so use this information as a guide, but experiment further with speaker placement in your own home. Moving a speaker even a few inches can make a dramatic impact on the quality of the sound.
Although the new flat screen tvs are what is getting everyone’s attention, a quality sound system with properly placed speakers are what helps transform regular television viewing into a true cinematic experience.
For more information about Home Theater Speaker Placement along with a wide variety of information related to home theater, visit Jared’s site at www.familyhometheaterguide.com
By Jared Dawson
Published: 11/7/2007
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Home Theater Essentials: Television, Sound and Signal
Posted by: | CommentsThere are so many different consumer electronics out there for home theaters. It is tough to know what you really need for a good system. This article provides useful information on what is essential for a home theater and why.
All home entertainment units have three major components that are essential to creating a functional home theater system. The main focus of any theater is the television or video display. Sound quality is essential. A complete sound system is key to providing the soul and voice of the theatre.
A source player is the third element, providing the picture and sound. Cable or satellite TV is standard in most homes but DVD and other players are also added to expand the usefulness of a home theater. It is these three major pieces of electronic innovation that make watching a movie, playing the XBox or listening to a favorite CD enjoyable and worthwhile.
Visual Element
There are video display options available to a home depending on budget and preferences.
Rear Projection Television.
Television technology has been based on the cathode ray tube (CRT) up until the 21st century. In a rear projection TV, there are three tubes, each representing one of the primary colors. This colors mix along with quality wiring and a good screen, provide a very high resolution picture. Manufacturers are starting to drop rear project televisions from their product lines however. Research your manufacturer’s warranty before purchasing a rear projection television to make sure that customer service and repairs will be available down the line.
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Television.
An LCD TV can be found as both a rear projection and as a flat screen. LCD rear projection TVs are much more compact than their CRT cousins and use less power. I have written about LCD televisions extensively in other articles so I will forego further explanation here.
Plasma Screen Televisions. In this technology, different gases are trapped between two panes of glass and an electronic signal can modify them to allow them to display a picture. These televisions are produced with a sleek thin design and can produce excellent resolution.
No matter which video display you are leaning toward, make sure to measure the area you want to put the TV so it fits when you bring it home. Also look into whether the screen is able to handle high definition (HD) television and DVDs.
Audio Elements
The sound system is going to make a huge difference in the enjoyment and functionality of your home theater. A good audio system includes the following elements:
Receiver.
This component takes the audio signal, and often the video signal, and distributes it to the proper part of your system.
Amplifier.
This component is what increases the signal strength before it is sent to the speakers. Often times, a purchased receiver will have an amplifier already built into it, making an additional piece of equipment unnecessary.
Standard speaker sets of five are typical for most home theaters. There is a center channel, a right front, right rear, left front and left rear. These different speakers, when properly positioned, make the sound come from the appropriate direction.
Data / Signal Source
A basic DVD player is a standard signal source in most theater systems. The signal information sent from the player contains the video data as well as your 5.1 surround sound. Your cable box or digital satellite is also signal sources for a home theater. These sources can all be used in one system with the proper wiring and remote programming.
Ben Anton lives and writes in Portland, OR.
Ben invites you to check out the latest home theater systems from PSB, Dali and NAD available through Ronny’s Eugene retail home theater store.
By Ben Anton
Published: 5/27/2008
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