Surround sound

Surround sound

Description

Surround sound is required by some single-channel video works. It is important to correctly identify how many channels are needed. The most common surround sound ratio is 5:1 or 5 speakers:1 sub-woofer. This system has become popular with home theater enthusiasts in recent years. Note that inexpensive 5:1 surround sound packages can be found in the consumer market, but lower cost can sometimes indicate lower quality. There is no need for a pre-packaged system as long as you have the correct number of speakers, and your amplifier and audio playback equipment can accommodate surround sound. Choosing speakers with high, mid, and low range frequencies will yield the best results.