Architectural or in-wall speakers – for brevity, I’ll call them IWS from here on – live under a big tent. They may be full-range versions of the best stereo speakers, multiple units intended ...

Best for Sleek, high-quality sound: Yamaha NS-IC400WH In-Ceiling Speakers Key specs: Wired connectivity, 3.2 x 5.9 x 3.4 inches, 1.76 pounds The Yamaha NS-IC400WH stands out in the in-ceiling ...

However, when a speaker system is designed to deliver powerful sound with minimal visual impact, such as in-wall or in-ceiling installations, a smaller driver assembly is required. This results in a ...

W126Be (2-way 6.5-inch in-wall) $1,750 each W226Be (2-way dual 6.5-inch in-wall) $2,250 each W228Be (3-way dual 8-inch in-wall) $3,500 each C128Be (2-way 8-inch in-ceiling) $1,500 each At the heart of ...

Everything in an Atmos system needs to be carefully calibrated. The format simulates a 3D soundscape, which depends on a lot ...

If you’re trying to decide between a soundbar vs a speaker system, it’s important to know the difference. Here’s the lowdown on each option to help you choose the right setup to fit your needs.

If you squint at the HW-QS700F, you might mistake it for Samsung’s flagship Q990F. It borrows much of that same sleek, ...

Surround sound speakers may not be for everyone, but if you’re a gamer or watch movies on your computer, they can provide directional sounds you can’t get with many dual channel speakers. That ...

What makes this set of speakers stand out from the pack is the 5.1 surround sound, thanks to a center unit, two main front speakers, and two rear satellites.

So, a 7.1.4 system actually has 13 different sources of sound and at least 13 different speakers (multiple speakers can be used as a single source).

For real surround sound that feels truly immersive, you'll need to invest in a multi-channel setup. As you add speakers, you'll need to ensure the sound system can work with them. You'll also need ...