Top Sound System for Home Theaters in 2018

Sound is the most important component for a home theater. It is what makes the experience so immersive. Also, it is what makes a car moving from left to right sound like it is doing so a few meters away. Now, there are different audio configurations of sound systems available depending on your budget. And over the year, sound systems are becoming smaller and more powerful every year.

Basic components of a sound system

For a home theater, your sound systems should have the following components:

• Tweeter speaker

This is the speaker that produces high frequency sounds. Tweeters are placed slightly behind the viewer.

• Mid-range speaker

This is the speaker for mid-range sounds. These speakers are also called satellite speakers.

• Sub-woofer /woofer

This is the speaker that gives low-frequency sounds of bass. Surround systems come with only one sub-woofer. This is usually placed on the floor in front of the TV where it can distribute the bass throughout the room.

For optimal surround sound, look for speakers with enhanced features including:

• 3D capability

Speakers with this feature are able to support 3D video through a HDMI 2.0 input. 3D video is becoming standard with Blu Ray players and offers a complete immersive experience along with surround sound.

• 4K compatibility

This is the compatibility with TVs with 4K capability.

Some of the best Speaker Systems for 2018

• Yamaha NS-SP1800BL

Going for less than $150, this is one of the most affordable high quality speaker systems in the market. It comes with a 100 watt sub-woofer, 4 – 2.5 inch satellite speakers, and 2- ½ inch tweeters.

• Definitive Technology Pro Cinema 800

The audio performance of this speaker system has been compared to high end models that cost several thousand dollars. It comes with a 300 watt sub-woofer and 4 2-way satellite speakers.

• Harman Kardon HKTS 30BQ

The striking design of this speaker system is impressive. The speakers can be placed freestanding on different surfaces as well as be mounted on the wall. There is an 8 inch 200 watt sub-woofer, 4 2-way satellite speakers. Each satellite speaker has 3.5 dual mid-range drivers and a ¾ inch tweeter.

• Logitech Z906 Surround Sound Speaker System

Logitech speakers have always been a favorite with gamers. The design is compact which hides the power in this audio system. There is a 500 watt sub-woofer that comes with 3 inputs. You can simultaneously plug in a games console, cable TV and DVD player. There are 5 satellite speakers.

• Bose Virtually Invisible Speakers

If you are looking for a discrete sound system, this would be it. These speakers are only 4 inches tall and are wireless. These are all-purpose speakers but you can opt for an add-on sub-woofer.