Blog Extends Coverage to Wireless Surround Sound

Online, April 19, 2012 (Newswire.com) - Many people never make the transition from just a HDTV to a true surround-sound home theater system simply because of the wiring to the remote speakers. Some are concerned about just how to run those wires. However most simply don't want those unsightly cables running around their living room yet also don't want the expense of professional installation. Thus they miss out on a key component of the home-cinema experience. The independent blog DenonHomeTheater.com is addressing these concerns with extended coverage of wireless surround surround speakers.

There are three basic types of wireless speakers. Those designed specifically for iPods and iPhones are not suitable for surround sound. This leaves the consumer with the remaining two choices. The first is a speaker, or even multiple speakers, combined with a wireless receiver into a single package. The other uses a separate wireless unit which is connected to separate loudspeakers of the customer's choice. Both include a small transmitter that is connected in to the home theater receiver.

These two choices are not without their disadvantages. Primary among these are sound quality and volume, as well as compatibility with the audio-video receiver. Even with expensive systems, the audio can be limited by the wireless unit, as well as the actual speakers, and not necessarily the A/V receiver itself. There are a few other drawbacks as well. If the customer is going for top-quality audio, hiring a home theater installer or remodeling to hide the cables may in fact turn out to be a better solution and actually even less expensive than a top-quality wireless link.

So most wireless audio systems are not for the audiophile with golden ears, but they can be excellent choices for the typical home cinema enthusiast. The combination speaker-radio products are an easy and attractive way to add those rear speakers to a home theater speakers, whereas a separate receiver product allows them to use whatever speakers they choose.

To introduce wireless speakers and help readers choose the best path for their specific situation, the wireless surround system blog posting offers further information on these trade offs and alternatives. It also includes some brief comments on a few of the available products.