Where to place speakers in your home theater | Crutchfield video

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Placement of your home theater speakers can make a huge difference in your sound. In this video, we'll show you some tips that'll help you get the best sound out of your setup.
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[@bamasutradhar221]

Very informative thankyou 😊

[@babyjerys]

Nice video and very nice presentation...👌🏻👌🏻

[@gopiabburi3249]

This is great explanation. It would really be great if you could help advice on how do we go about adding dolby atmos to this 5.1 set up.. what is their recommended position in ceiling?

[@crutchfield]

That's a great idea and just in case it hasn't yet been considered, we will pass it along to our video team! In the mean time, you can find helpful information regarding the speaker placement options for different Dolby Atmos speaker systems on Dolby's web site here: www.dolby.com/about/support/guide/speaker-setup-guides/

[@barbatos5191]

My dbd has a distance set up. From the speaker to the where a seat..for example 4 f. 5 f. 12f is the longest..the distance matters?

[@heroiamarelo]

Hello. Can you please tell me how far away from the clutch should I put the ceiling speakers? Thanks!

[@crutchfield]

I am thinking you mean couch when you mentioned clutch. As long as this is correct, in-ceiling speakers should be installed so their audio travels towards ear level for people sitting on the couch.

[@LCE040490]

Does this video help with the Sony Z9F soundbar and it's wireless rear speakers plus does the subwoofer have to be on the ground

[@crutchfield]

You have a bit of wiggle room with the rear speakers depending on what sounds best to you, and your room size. As far as the subwoofer, it is generally recommended that you place the sub on the ground.

[@LCE040490]

@@crutchfield ok

[@LCE040490]

@@crutchfield should my rear speakers be behind me or left to the right

[@crutchfield]

This guide will clarify the generally recommended setup for surround sound setups! bit.ly/30mfItN

[@l.seventh7954]

Do you know if the Yamaha NS-F901 speaker can be used as a rear surround speaker?

[@crutchfield]

They can be used as surround speakers! That might be a bit more speaker than is needed for surround audio but if you have 2 pairs of them or a better pair to use as the front speakers, then using them as surround speakers would be just fine

[@chelysgarage1457]

i want to install in wall speakers only, can i get bass and everything else from a certain type of speaker. Can I get away just install speakers on the ceiling?

[@crutchfield]

Are you wanting to do a full surround setup with the in-wall speakers? If so, how many speakers total? Is there room for a subwoofer to sit on the floor anywhere in your room?

[@carcar5911]

I have 2 subs. When placing them in each corner of the room should I put it right up against the walls in the corner or should I have each sub away from the walls a bit. If so how far away from the walls should the subs be?

[@crutchfield]

I would put them off the wall a bit. How far will depend on your room and how you want it to sound. Play with is, until it sounds the best to you!

[@aviin_it4k994]

How do I get more bass in the center of the room

[@crutchfield]

Try moving the sub around to different locations and listening to find what gives you the best bass at that spot. From there, you could consider adding a second sub for even fuller bass distribution.

[@toeeater3833]

Is the z906 system good?

[@crutchfield]

We do not recognize that system. Online searches point to a Logitech Z906 system. If this is the one you are referring to, we must let you know that we do not have any experience with it to know its performance. If that is not the right gear, please post the brand and full model number on it. We will be happy to check again

[@mamacacanana]

The side surrounds. Some say point them at you, some day dont point them at you. What is best?

[@crutchfield]

If possible, you'd want to arrange the surround speakers to point directly towards the main seated area within your room. You can also tinker with the mounting location/angle of the surround speakers on your own to figure out what sounds best to you. Hope that helps! --Crutchfield

[@peloncitosbikes431]

Point them directly at you or slightly at you if they are behind you

[@benjamindminor7552]

Never point the surrounds directly at your ears, the whole point of the surrounds is for the ambient sounds you want them facing towards your front speakers. If you point them directly at you that will be too localized and ruin the surround ambient effects of the movie. Sorry Crutchfield but your wrong on your advice about the surround speakers.

[@linkeddevices]

Benjamin D Minor this was true back in the days before atmos when surrounds were basically tacked on atmospheric audio. Atmos changed the spec however and the audio is rendered in a dome and spills out of whatever speaker you have placed around you. You actually want balanced direct radiating audio all around you now. Ideally you actually want the same exact speakers but a timbre matched satellite works well too

[@DJNITROALLY]

If u put them directly on the side if u got 2 or more ppl sitting next to u it will block the sound either from left or right depends wat side u sit my set up been done from a guy at imax he used a 7.2.4 klipsch for me he put the 2 speaker that sit on the side 1 foot forward but have a slight angle towards my sitting position so that all who is sitting gets the sound from left and right please take note weather u buy a 7.2.4 or a 11.2 most movies do not support the format i bought the 7.2.4 coz it was going cheap but still with newer movies sounds amazing and just a little advice if u can or if u do have a big room u can make the klipsch floor standing speakers thats in the front of room built in wall do not buy any in wall speakers with out enclosures the sound crappy

[@ZericTV]

Can your rear ceiling speakers act as Dolby ATMOS as well as the rear surround or is it one or the other?

[@crutchfield]

You need discreet speakers for each channel.

[@arthur_soares]

I'm Brazilian and I have a question. Can you help me? I'm going to buy a Samsung Dolby Atmos Soundbar that has two rear speakers. I know a good setup is to use pedestals behind the couch. M

[@crutchfield]

That is an excellent location for the two surround speakers! Also, it is recommended to put them on pedestals or stands so they are closer to ear level.

[@arthur_soares]

@CRUTCHFIELD for some reason my question wasn't complete. So I would like to ask again. Unable to place behind sofa, Can I put it on the side walls, a little behind the sofa, pointing the speakers towards the listener?

[@crutchfield]

That is a good alternative location!

[@hansswift3141]

How about ATMOS setup for 3 rows of movie seats (room is 14'x30')? Rear row is bar/counter seating, so lower priority than 1st and 2nd rows. 9.2.4 or 9.2.6?

[@ProjectFinalAudio]

I have a problem with subwoofer placement.... I just can't get it to sound right..... when I place it in the right corner of the room all I get is 50Hz and it's really... really loud...... when I place it in the left corner that leads to the kitchen..... the 30Hz region is enhanced and all of the subbass frequencies can only be heard in the kitchen, bathroom and parking area but the listening area remains fairly quiet (my listening/HTroom has 3 corners btw) please help.... I've checked your website but can't seem to find a solution please assist 🙏

[@TheProgWay]

try setting the HPF on it

[@genericname3600]

Have you put the sub in your listening position and then crawled around the room listening for the loudest/best sounding spot. Then put the sub in that spot. Go to audioholics website for pics

[@aaronpradeep77]

How to position a 2.1 soundbar and sub woofer. Can you please guide? I own a JBL 2.1 soundbar. Thank you.

[@crutchfield]

Hi Aaron. Your sound bar should be mounted below your television, either on a shelf, or stand, you can also use a sound bar wall mount with some sound bars, or even attach a sound bar mount to an existing wall-mounted TV by using a compatible sound bar mount. For your subwoofer, we recommend moving the subwoofer around the room if able, to find the desired listening position for the sub. Typically, customers find it suitable to have the subwoofer placed to the left or right of TV area.

[@aaronpradeep77]

@@crutchfield thank you very much for your reply. Will try as suggested.

[@walaasader7638]

why does everyone assume that I only have one 3 seater sofa in the middle hahaah . What do i do, if i have 3 seater in the middle, 2 seater and 1 seater on the sides?

[@StephenCarrIsBald]

Oh get fucked you sad man

[@kevindavis4709]

Lit everybody sit on your lap hello Santa Claus 😂😂😂😂😂

[@JustMe77]

It all depends what speakers you have. Every brand has its way of setting.

[@thewalmartninja4825]

Just move the TV

[@juaquindeanda3316]

Nope, wrong. Surround left and right go behind you, not directly behind but at the corners behind the seating area facing toward the center.

[@vincentseidle954]

if you have a 5.1 system then the surround speakers would go to your sides close to the height of where your head would be while seated. a 7.1 system with an extra 2 speakers would go more towards what you are talking about

[@Fajah69]

Why are all Home Theaters designed for just a single audience? Should I be like cradling my wife and kid on the same chair?

[@rudder7488]

Dear god just figure it out by moving the speakers closer or further why even buy something that you cant even understand the basics

[@Fajah69]

@@rudder7488 Who asked for your opinion?

[@rudder7488]

@@Fajah69 you did you dumb ass

[@Fajah69]

@@rudder7488 Shut up moron

[@rudder7488]

@@Fajah69 im not the basic one that can't figure out a basic set up