A home theater system is never complete without a high-quality Center Channel Speaker. For while most dialogues are routed through the Center Channel Speaker, Music Instruments and Movie Effects play louder in the Center Channel Speaker which makes it necessary for movies. Not to mention that music doesn’t sound too bad when coming from a Centre Channel Speaker either. When purchasing this crucial piece of equipment however, there are some things to keep in mind – specifically what type you need for your particular requirements (for example do you want something wireless? Do you want something passive or active?). Picking the wrong type may result in underwhelming performance from your chosen model so make sure to read on before making any hasty decisions!
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What’s the Difference between the Center Speaker and a Soundbar
The center speaker is one of the few devices that can make all the difference when designing a home theater system. As such, it plays a vital role in making sure you are immersed in whatever movie, show or game you’re watching. Soundbars on the other hand do not have this capability and serve only as an upgrade for your television instead; they might also come with wireless subwoofers which can add a little extra oomph to those bass lines.
Things You Should Know Before Chosing a Center Channel Speaker
As someone who knows just about everything there is to know about center speakers, I can tell you without a doubt that some of the most important things to keep in mind when considering one are its technical specifications. But before we talk about those specifics, let me break it down for you so it’s easier for all of us to understand!
- Configuration ratio – This number indicates whether a speaker includes a subwoofer and how many drivers it has. In this case, 3.1 means there are three sound drivers and there is a subwoofer. Meanwhile, 3.0 still indicates that there are three sound drivers but no subwoofer.
- Bi-wire capability – There are two sets of connectors at the rear of the speakers that allow them to be connected bi-wired. The high frequency driver set is used for high frequencies, while the low frequency driver set is used for low frequencies. With both wires running on separate cables, you are guaranteed true sound with clear highs and deep lows.
- Frequency range – While humans can hear anywhere from 20Hz to 20kHz, a speaker’s frequency range refers to its ability to reproduce these sounds without causing irritation in listeners.
- Impedance – This is how much energy a speaker can handle from an amplifier or receiver before it starts to blow. It’s not good if you are supplying too much power because this will cause the amp to blow out. In order for there to be no excess energy, the impedance of your speaker should be at least as high as the rated impedance of your amp.
Checking the Compatibility
If you’re looking for a center channel speaker to complement your home theater system, we recommend purchasing one that matches with the rest of your speakers. All manufacturers use different parts in their construction, so all speakers will produce sound differently – but if they’re made by the same company, it’ll be seamless. Still, some models are flexible enough to work with most other brands without any issues; just make sure when purchasing to find out what type of warranty is available for it first!
Crossover Coverage
A center channel speaker’s crossover system plays a crucial role in how well it sounds. Poor implementations always results in incoherent dialogue and it’s not hard to spot. In fact, the best design for a good sounding center channel speaker is having a three-way sound spectrum so there are two woofers separated by both tweeters and midrange speakers stacked on top of one another – which tends to be pricier than just 2 way designs.
What is it going to be used for
Would the speaker be accustomed to listening to music or watching movies? It would be important to know if it was primarily for music. Most songs are recorded in stereo sound, so they only use the left and right channels – which means that if your speakers are set up for surround sound, you may need to change them to suit stereo sound in order to maximize audio quality.
Room Size and Seating Arrangements
.Listening to a speaker from an angle does change the sound of his voice. When two sound waves cross paths with one another before they reach your ears, it alters the quality of what you hear. Take note, if there is enough space in your home, buying speakers with a wide listening area would be best since they can cover more ground than smaller ones would.
