Ceiling or wall mount Speakers (1 Viewer)

[micahsdad]

Hey Guys, I am new to the forum, but need some help really FAST! I am finishing out my basement and the contractor is ahead of schedule. He wants to start hanging drywall on Monday, that means I have to run my speaker wires tomorrow! I can do it, no problem and have already thought about HDMI cables, coax, etc. My problem is that I don't know whther to run in ceiling speakers or wall mount speakers. The area being finished is NOT my theater room, that will come later in another section of the basement. What I am doing right now is basically a large open area that will have a bar, pool table, and yes, a big flat screen. I want ot do a basic 5.1 setup for the veiwing area, but am more concerned with the speakers for the stereo system, which I would like to have enough sound quality to give the club feel to the basement. Can I do this with strategically placed ceiling speakers and some bass units at floor level, or should I stick with on the wall mounted speakers and still have the bass units on the floor in strategic spots. I can box in the ceiling units if needed, though I would not know what material is best to use. HELP! I literally have 24 hours to get this done.

Mike

 

[micahsdad]

Anyone?

 

[Brent_S]

Weekends are slow around here, especially when you post late on a Saturday night.

Since there are good and bad examples of each type of speaker, there is no single right answer to how your question is phrased. Comparing specific models of on-wall to in-ceiling speakers would likely elicit a better response.

For now, why not run speaker wire to both locations and then decide later, after you've had a chance to actually audition some speakers in each category to decide what you like. Wire's relative cheap compared to the speakers themselves. Just clearly label what goes where at your source end so you won't be driving yourself crazy later when you try to hook up the gear.

-Brent

 

[micahsdad]

Thanks Brent. I realize that it was last minute, but just wanted some input, oh well, maybe next time. I got done at 3:00 AM Monday morning and have wire everywhere, so I should be set.

Mike