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Surround (Rear) Speakers: How-To, FAQ, and Shopping Guides

Video: Speaker Placement for Great Sound

Tara W., Video Guest
2/2/2009

Learn about the basics of good speaker placement, so you can set up your speakers to deliver the best sound for your room.

 

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.

 

Introduction to Home Theater Speakers

Julie Govan
4/2/2013

Ready for home theater surround sound? Find out which speakers you need and what role each speaker will play in your system.

 

Speaker Placement for Home Theater

Julie Govan
3/27/2013

If you're in the process of choosing home theater speakers, knowing the basics of speaker placement can help you make the smartest choice for your room.

 

Speaker Wire: Choosing and Installing

Amanda P.
4/26/2012

Most speakers don't include wire, and choosing from the available options can sometimes be confusing. Let us help you untangle the wire mess.

 

Video: Speaker Cable Basics

Video Guest
1/23/2010

Learn about the key things you should consider when buying speaker cable.

 

Tips and Techniques for Home A/V Cable Management

Amanda P.
10/8/2008

In this article, you'll find tips and tricks to tackle common home A/V wire management problems.

 

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.

 

Video: Definitive Technology Mythos Speakers

Tara W., Video Guest
2/18/2010

Definitive's Mythos speakers offer audiophile performance in a sleek, stylish package. Learn about what makes these speakers different in this short overview.

 

Video: Mirage Nanosat® Speakers

Chris Egner, Amanda P.
12/10/2008

Crutchfield experts Amanda and Chris share their impressions of Mirage's Nanosat and Nanosat Prestige speakers in this short video.

 

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.

 

Fun, interactive speaker setup guide from Dolby

Kristen Schaub
1/6/2011

Get a sweet new home theater speaker system this Christmas? Wondering how to set it up? Then check out this interactive setup guide from Dolby . It lets you specify your speaker...