Build Own Surround Sound

Movie or music enthusiasts around the world are very conscious of the overall quality of surround sound systems.

If you like to build own surround sound within a short time, then you have to understand the basics of the surround sound system at first. In general, surround sound works via the proper use of multiple speakers.

There are the most popular formats to create home surround sound system:

• Dolby Digital 5.1 is a six-channel format — two in the front, two in the back, one in the center, and one for the subwoofer.
• DTS also processes a 5.1 digital stream. DTS is available on 70 percent of Blu-ray and DVD discs, usually in conjunction with Dolby Digital.

Know about basic things at first

There are loads of tips for building a surround sound system with first-class speakers and other resources. This is worthwhile to include at least five speakers in the left-front, left-rear, right-front, right- rear and front-center to get the best sound effects for the movie-like experience.

An equally important element of the surround sound system is the receiver.

The main function of the receiver in the surround system is decoding the input signal, providing amplification and transmitting the corresponding audio channel to each connected speaker or subwoofer. This is its advantage since even the best integrated amplifier cannot work in multi-channel mode and, therefore, ensure the operation of the surround sound system. When choosing a receiver, you should pay particular attention to what formats it can decode, whether it uses a high-quality DAC, or whether it can provide sufficient power with a low level of distortion.

Do not forget to make certain about whether the surround sound system is for the family gathering or individual entertainment purpose. Since the existing choice of speakers is huge, ranging from small satellites, wall or built into a wall or ceiling speakers, and ending with large floor speakers. The aesthetics and the space of the room itself often dictate the choice of speakers.

Build the cheap and best surround sound system

There is no need to buy everything at once. This is because of regular improvement in the design and development of entertainment systems in particular surround sound systems.

You can choose ready-made home theater systems that will always be the cheapest choice and the easiest to set up, although not necessarily the best in sound quality. All you need is made by one manufacturer.

Or you can spend a lot on each individual speaker, subwoofer, etc. Or buy something in between, giving less money. The best part is that it turns out with separate speakers: it is better to configure a home theater to your room and to your taste. Yes, it also requires some serious tuning work, but if you have a large room and you want a strong sound, it’s worth it.