How to Use Multiple Subwoofers to Optimize Your Home Theater System
No matter how much you spend on your home entertainment system, if it isn't set up correctly, you won't be getting the performance you paid for. There are certain rules and guidelines to follow when setting up just one subwoofer, not to mention multiple subwoofers. Just follow these steps to use multiple subwoofers to optimize your home theater system.
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Instructions
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Choose the right subwoofers. First decide how much you can spend, and then assess how big a space they'll be projecting into. The bigger the space, the more powerful the subwoofer you'll need. Check the power output and woofer size when purchasing your subwoofers.
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Place the subwoofers above the ground so that air can travel underneath them. One way they produce sound is by moving air, so they should be a few inches off the ground, especially if they are down-firing subwoofers.
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If you have two subwoofers, set them across from one another so that they are equal distances from where you'll listen to them. Have them facing one another. This will allow the bass from the subs to resonate off each other, creating a richer sound.
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Set up the subwoofers across from one another. If you have three, set them up in a triangle pointing toward where you'll be listening to them from. Make sure the individual subs are angled to where the sound will meet in the middle of the room.
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If you have four, set them up either in the middle of each wall (assuming a square room) or in each corner. It's all personal preference as long as the subs sound will meet in the center of the room; allowing the bass to resonate equally.
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Test the sound. If you have an unusually shaped room, or a little time on your hands, you may find it beneficial to experiment with three or four different setups for your subwoofers. Test the subwoofers until you are happy with the sound they produce.
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Tips & Warnings
More than four subwoofers probably won't be necessary for the vast majority of recreational users.
Test a few subwoofers at home if you're able to before buying. Some audio stores will bring equipment to your house so you can see how it performs before you buy.
Wiring your own system can save you a lot of money if you know what you're doing. If you don't, you could hurt yourself or damage your equipment.
Opt for fewer subwoofers at first. It's easier to buy an additional woofer than to return a used unit.
