Separating the right/left speakers usually helps improve sound quality, even when you are only dealing with a stereo sound field and not surround right/left. And don't forget to *not* mount the HDTV too high. Ideally, it should be located across from where you are seated, and your eyes, when looking straight ahead, are focused on the top third of the display.
Subs really produce omni-directional sound, so you could choose where you want to place it in the room (mostly an issue of taste). Test out both spots and see what items in the room the sub vibrates, so you can tweak as desired. Sometimes there are more dead spots/reflections in the room than you first realize. I suggest you buy a traditional powered sub, something alon the lines of the Klipsch you mentioned above. More info for you to understand the difference here:
http://hometheater.about.com/od/loudspeakerssubwoofers/qt/Passive-Subwoofers-Vs-Powered-Subwoofers.htm
FWIW, I also like Hsu Research subs. Great value(!) Not sure if you can get them across the pond though. See here:
http://www.hsuresearch.com/products/stf-2.html
You will need an AV receiver too, one with proper sub pre-out connection. Nothing fancy is needed- most 5.1 rigs could suffice. Your budget should be able to accommodate the whole shebang (AV receiver, wall speakers & sub.) That way you can properly drive the speakers and future proof your system when the kids/wife ask for 5.1 surround sound & other types of connectivity. Adding rear speakers (& a center channel) is easy enough and might be something you want later on. Been there, done that.
Hi all,
I am renovating my flat and need advise about audio speakers setup in my living room. I am not much into home cinema so I prefer 2 stereo speakers(in wall mountable) + 1 subwoofer.
Honestly I have NO any knowledge in audio systems and all I can do is checking reviews on products, but I will rather take advice from here
My budget is $1000-1200.
There are few points I need advise on:
1. Correct positioning of components audio wise. Please check the drawing of my flat(consider height of floor to ceiling if needed is 8'3''). If possible I want to install 2 speakers on the sides of the TV set and prefer to put the subwoofer in position A rather than B. At what height I should install the wall mountable speakers and what distance apart?
2. I believe probably it's a silly question, but apart from cables, in wall speakers and subwoofer do I need amplifier as well or there are subwoofers that are amplifiers as well? Do I need anything else to complete the system?
3. I need advise on exact models and brands that could be a good value for my budget.
I was looking for Bose, Harman Kardon and JBL, but eventually after reading reviews here and there liked these Klipsch speakers:
-Klipsch R-3650-W II In-Wall Speaker
-Klipsch R-10SW Subwoofer
Let me know if it's a good value and if it's suitable for the size of my living room. I am in Europe so prices are a bit higher compared to USA.
All suggestions on setups according to my budget will be highly appreciated!!!
Here is a layout of my flat:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/32992113@N08/16298486340/
Thanks in advance and have a good day ![]()

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