Installing a ceiling speaker and in-wall speakers has become extremely popular, especially for those technology savvy people. I always like to keep my house as up-to-date as possible, especially when it comes to technology. Having a ceiling speaker or in-wall speakers is a must in order to keep my surround sound at the best it can be and sounding perfect! In the past, a ceiling speaker didn’t provide the high-end quality sound I was looking for, but they finally sound good enough for me and people who care about their sound system. There are several reasons why I love in ceiling speakers and in wall speakers. First of all, they look extremely sharp. Instead of taking up the space that an old-fashion speaker requires, an in ceiling speaker requires no space at all. It has an ultra-modern look as well and it sounds great. In this guide I’m going to share with you all the things you need to know if you’re considering purchasing a ceiling speaker system or in the wall speakers for your home.
Many people wonder how a ceiling speaker or in wall speakers work. Ceiling speakers and in-wall speakers work the same way a regular speaker does. The difference is that instead of taking up space on your cabinet its set into your ceiling or your wall after it’s mounted in a frame. The ceiling or wall cavity replaces the cabinet and this actually creates more bass than a traditional standing speaker of the same size.
In ceiling speakers tend to come in a circular shape, while in-wall speakers are usually rectangular. However, a rectangular speaker can be installed in the ceiling and circular speakers can be installed in your wall. It’s all a matter of preference. If you want to camouflage the speakers into the ceiling or wall, it’s very easy to pain the speakers. A ceiling speaker and in wall speaker usually come with a grill that can be painted in order to blend in and look sharp.
Once you’re ready to begin your search for an in ceiling speaker system or in wall speaker system, be certain you know where you would like to install them and how you’ll use them. For example, speakers in your kitchen would obviously be different than a system in your home theatre. You’ll want more powerful speakers for the theatre and you’ll need more speakers to install there than in the kitchen for some light tunes.
Here’s where it can get a bit tricky; determining which type of speaker you want. There are a few really important factors you should keep in mind while you shop. Frequency response (Hz) determines how much a speaker can reproduce and how a human can hear it. This number will obviously vary depending on budget and the size of the room, but a human hearing is usually around 20-20,000 Hz. Then consider the wattage (power handling) of the ceiling speaker or in wall speaker. This will help you figure out how much power you need running from your amp to safely push your speakers. 20-100 watts should be paired with an RMS receiver at 100-watts. Then there’s the sensitivity (dB) to consider. This will determine how efficient your speaker uses the power from the amp. The higher the sensitivity, the less strenuous on your amp.
There are several other options to consider while shopping for your ceiling speaker. These are all a matter of style, but consider tweeters, tone controls, and sub woofers. If you’re in a humid area, such as a kitchen or bathroom, look for moisture-control speakers.
There are many options when you’re searching for a ceiling speaker system or in wall speaker system. Make sure to shop around before making your purchase. Always use in-wall and ceiling safe wire when you’re installing these speakers. Enjoy your new sound system!