These options deliver cinematic listening at home
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Surround sound speakers can offer a truly immersive listening and viewing experience.
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We researched various options, including 5.1, 7.1, and 9.1 setups, while noting connectivity and expandability.
Here are our recommendations for the best surround-sound speakers for most home entertainment system.
Note: Prices are subject to change.
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These components make the system sound better than most traditional surround sound speaker configurations.
With Dolby Vision and HDR pass-through, you get a clear picture with your surround sound.
Amazon purchasers give this product 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Amazon customers give this product 4.4 out of 5 stars.
It features four satellite speakers, a center driver, and an eight-inch subwoofer.
Each satellite speaker stands just 7.5 inches tall and weighs less than 3 pounds.
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The backs of each speaker feature universal mounting holes for wall placement when floor space is limited.
While this system is small, it delivers a big sound.
The subwoofer provides up to 200 watts of power for deep, punchy low ranges.
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The system supports 5.1 channel audio, so you might adjust each speaker individually for the best listening experience.
Buyers across retailers give this product an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
However, don’t hold back if you have an expansive room (15x20 feet) to fill.
Go for a full-size, full-range system with more than one woofer.
The other speakers provide richer sound but can get pricier.
(We havetips for hiding those unsightly wires.)
Wireless connectivity is typically offered through Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
However, there are a few evergreen rules to follow regardless of how many speakers you use.
However, your sound quality will only suffer if they’re 25 feet or more from your receiver.
However, having more than one subwoofer in a tiny listening area may be overkill.
