4
Placement
Since the speaker installation is permanent and the furniture placement may not be, the user
should first determine the best long-term location — one that will accommodate future relocation
of the furniture in the room, while still allowing for an unobstructed sound path from the speakers
to the listening area.
Within reason, wherever the speakers look
right is where they’ll sound right. For best
results, place the speakers 6 to 10 feet
(1.8–3.3m) apart, so they form a triangle
with the main listening area. Try to keep the
speakers at least 12 to 18 inches (30–45cm)
from the nearest reflective surface (side
walls or ceiling). When used near a televi-
sion, the speakers should be mounted a
minimum of 6 inches (150mm) from the TV
to avoid interference with the picture.
As a final check on the suitability of the
mounting location, it’s a good idea to
temporarily place a pair of small box speak-
ers, if available, at the mounting locations
chosen for the system. This will give the
listener an approximate idea of what the
speakers will sound like in that location.
Listen for pleasing stereo image, realistic
stage height, or balanced surround-field
coverage (if using the speakers as rear-
channel surrounds). Note if any objects
in the room impede the sound path from
the speakers to the listening area.
12-18 inches
(30-45cm)
6-10 feet
(1.8-3.3m)