Surround sound speaker stands are essential accessories in any home theater system. Almost all brands sell their own stands, which vary in shapes, sizes, and colors. These mounts accommodate multiple functions and complete the surround sound experience.
First of all, why do you really need surround sound speaker stands?
It’s no secret that to get the most out of your surround sound speaker system, you need to put them in the right places. A great deal of literature on speaker placement has already been produced. How and where you place your speakers can have a huge impact on the listening experience.
Most speaker placement guides recommend that you keep the “surround” speakers slightly behind the listener at ear level. To achieve this, of course, you will need surround sound speaker stands.
Also, in a 7.1 home theater system, you will likely need wall mounts or brackets to keep the last two speakers to the back of the listener. In other words, you need speaker stands to make sure you can position your speakers at the right height and angle for the best listening experience.
Yet another reason is to avoid clutter. While you can definitely keep the speakers on the floor or on a small table, it won’t look either neat or well organized. Home theater systems are known for their wires and cables, and by keeping the speakers on the floor, you’ll only encourage cable clutter. But by investing in speaker stands, you can make cable management a bit easier.
What brands should you look for when buying surround sound speaker stands?
Most of the time, you can buy stands from the same brand that makes your red speaker system. Virtually all brands sell their own media, from Samsung and Sony to JBL and Logitech.
When shopping for surround sound speaker stands, be sure to check for stability, build quality, and flexibility. You should be able to rotate and adjust the height and angle of the stand to get the required speaker placement. Make sure to play with the support before depositing your money.
Also, I prefer to use wooden supports, as wood is a much better material for construction – it absorbs extra vibrations and produces a deep, rich echo. Also, they tend to look great in any room.
Where can I buy surround sound speaker stands?
A good place to start would be your local electronics store. Try the different stands, play with them, ask for prices. But don’t buy them, yet. Instead, go online and check prices on sites like Amazon.com. Most of the time, you will find cheaper prices online than in the store. Read reviews online and use your own in-store research to make your buying decision.
All in all, if you want to get the most out of your home theater experience, you should invest in a set of quality surround sound speaker stands.