Are ceiling mounted speakers good?
So, are ceiling speakers any good? Ceiling speakers make a great addition to a home theater, particularly if you’re looking for a more immersive sound experience. They need to be specifically designed for ceilings, but they make an excellent addition to a surround sound setup.
Can you have surround speakers in the ceiling?
Can in-ceiling speakers be used in a 5.1 surround sound set up? Yes, this is entirely possible, providing the amplifier you are using supports surround sound.
Can ceiling speakers be covered with insulation?
In-ceiling speakers can come in contact with insulation because the insulation is fireproof by design. However, there may be impacts on the sound quality of the speaker depending on how much contact there is.
Should rear speakers be in-wall or ceiling?
Your surround speakers should be spaced about the same distance apart as the front left and right speakers. We recommend installing in-wall and ceiling speakers at least 18-24 inches away from an adjacent wall or ceiling.
Can I use ceiling speakers for rear surround sound?
Ceiling speakers are ideal for both multi-room music setups as well as in-home theater rooms. They can also be mounted behind the seating area as rear channels that bring the theater experience of surround to life.
What are ceiling speakers used for?
Most commonly, in-ceiling speakers can be used to create a surround sound system within a room, just make sure the sound flow is unobstructed like we talked about in our guide.
Can I put rear speakers in-ceiling?
You can still use ceiling speakers but they need to be a little further away than ATMOS speakers. The surround effects will work better for in-ceiling speakers if they are directional (all Jensen models are like this).
Do I need to cover ceiling speakers?
So do in-ceiling speakers need a backbox? Yes. Failure to install a back box for your in-ceiling speakers will dilute the sound quality and lead to noise pollution in other areas of your home.
How can I make my ceiling speakers sound better?
The airtight backer box over the in-wall or in-ceiling speaker will deaden the sound to a great extent. However, you can make this backer box even more useful for soundproofing. Instead of just one layer of MDF or OSB, you can use two thin layers with damping compound sandwiched in between them.
Can I use ceiling speakers for rear surround?
Can you put rear speakers in-ceiling?
Do you need a sub with ceiling speakers?
A subwoofer isn’t required with ceiling speakers, but it will help in handling all the bass or low-end frequencies that ceiling speakers can’t produce. Plus, it greatly enhances the experience of your sound system as a whole. Yes, they add a new dynamic to your sound, but with a subwoofer, the sound can be even better.