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In-ceiling Speakers: How-To, FAQ, and Shopping Guides

Video: Installing In-wall and In-ceiling Speakers — The Basics

Video Guest
9/18/2007

This video covers show you the basics of in-wall and ceiling speaker installation and answers some of the most commonly asked questions.

 

In-wall, In-ceiling, and On-wall Speaker Placement

Amanda P.
2/8/2008

Tips and guidelines to help you create an in-wall, in-ceiling, or on-wall speaker setup that sounds good and works with your room.

 

In-wall and In-ceiling Speakers: How to Choose

Amanda P.
2/8/2008

Learn about the key things to consider when you're shopping for in-wall and in-ceiling speakers.

 

Installing In-wall, In-ceiling, and On-wall Speakers

Tara W.
1/25/2011

This is a thorough, informative guide to help you install in-wall, in-ceiling, or on-wall speakers.

 

In-wall Wiring Guide

Tara W.
2/29/2008

This is a thorough, informative guide to help you run speaker, Ethernet, and audio/video cables through the walls in new construction and finished homes.

 

Video: Polk Audio RCi-series In-wall & In-ceiling Speakers

Chris Egner, Amanda P.
10/3/2008

Amanda and Chris share their impressions of Polk's RC85i, RC65i, RC80i, and RC60i in-wall and in-ceiling speakers in this short video.

 

Video: Bose® Virtually Invisible® 191 In-wall Speakers

Chris Egner, Ralph Graves
12/10/2008

In this short video, Ralph and Chris discuss the top features of Bose's 191 speakers. They install in your wall or ceiling, and include a built-in enclosure.

 

Introduction to Multi-room Systems

Amanda P.
2/8/2008

The place to start if you're interested in adding a multi-room system to your home.

 

Speakers: An Introduction

Loren Barstow
4/11/2011

Learn how to choose, connect, and set up speakers for great music and home theater performance.

 

Home Speakers FAQ

Loren Barstow
6/29/2011

Anwers to commonly asked questions about home speakers.

 

Understanding Surround Sound Formats

Tara W.
4/14/2011

Because most people, from surround sound novices to A/V experts, find new formats a little confusing, we've provided a quick description of how each format works.

 

Home Speakers Glossary

Loren Barstow
6/6/2011

Learn about the features and technical specifications you'll find in today's speakers.

 

Home A/V Connections Photo Gallery

Crutchfield Writing Team
5/7/2010

In Crutchfield's Home A/V Connections Photo Gallery, you'll find pictures of the plugs, ports, and jacks commonly used for hooking up home audio/video gear — HDTVs, Blu-ray players, receivers, and more.

 

Home A/V Connections Glossary

Crutchfield Writing Team
5/7/2010

There are many types of connections you may encounter when setting up your new A/V system. Find out what it all means.

 

Hi-Fi 2.0

Jim Richardson
8/29/2011

Is your music a wellspring of inspiration rather than a mere backdrop for your everyday activities? Would you like it to thrill you, at least some of the time? If so, this is the place to start.

 

Anatomy of a Center Channel Speaker

Dave Bar
2/10/2012

What you see when you look at the outside of a top-notch home speaker reveals only a fraction of the design and engineering that goes into it. In this article, we'll identify some of the various elements that go into one of the speakers we carry and explain how they make this speaker sound so good.

 

Every Room Deserves Great Sound

Tara W.
3/16/2012

Want surround sound, but can't fit rear speakers in your room? In this article, we'll show you a couple options for adding fantastic home theater sound when traditional surround speakers just aren't an option.

 

Video: The Crutchfield A/V Design Group

Video Guest
5/9/2013

Crutchfield's A/V Design Group can help you plan your home theater or multi-room audio system. They'll make sure you have everything you need to complete the installation.