Best Bookshelf Speakers to Experience Real Surround Sound

The type and parameters of the wired connection are essential features of any stereo system. The wires used may be of different type and have various thickness and insulation to reduce possible signal distortion and interference. These Elac speakers have a 6-Ohm resistance each, which is neither too low nor too high an impedance. When paired with a powerful receiver, they unleash their potential and produce loud and rich sound. You can easily connect the speaker to the receiver with the help of the screw clamps. The clamps are made gold-plated, which is beneficial for ensuring the best contact with the wires. In addition, this coating is waterproof, so the clamp terminals corrosion-resistant and won't get rusted.

The speaker enclosure is a very important for both aesthetics and sound quality. The Elac B6 stereo system is manufactured using a very thick MDF, which reduces acoustic vibrations inside the enclosure. The speaker matte surface is hardly susceptible to fingerprints, so the bookshelf speakers will look like new even after a long use. As for the drivers' implementation, they are equipped with a custom deep-spheroid waveguide and can be additionally covered with a black protective grill. However, the speakers look stylish even without the grill. The plates with the brand name are applied both to the protective grill and to the speaker enclosure itself, which shows the company attitude to even smallest details about their products.

If you dream to have a quality sound but there is not enough place for a big stereo system at your place, then in-wall & in-ceiling speakers are just for you. These bookshelf speakers can be mounted on the wall or ceiling and deliver an impressive sound. The wires for connecting these models to the receiver are concealed in the wall, so they do not make a mess in your room. Thanks to the speaker wall mount, these items are great for small premises.

The Klipsch R-15M acoustic system is close in performance to a professional set of speakers for studio use. Due to a good tonal balance and a wide frequency range covered, you can enjoy powerful and rich sound with this model. The drivers provide enough volume to fill a small room. An integral part of the speaker is a low-frequency driver that has a special Cerametallic cone with a copper finish. These cones are incredibly lightweight, but at the same time, they are rigid and very easy to move when producing the sound. In addition, such a highly mobile structure is very sensitive and allows the audio system to play the music of any style and complexity with all the nuances conveyed.

The Klipsch company decided not to devise anything excessive in terms of the model exterior. The R-15M speakers have a classic rectangular enclosure made of very high-quality materials. The wooden frame reduces all the significant vibrations generated during the operation.

To protect the drivers from dust ingress and to prevent the cone damage, you can use a protective fabric mesh. The mesh frame attaches to the speaker using special grooves and can be easily removed if necessary. With that accessory, you are able to change the appearance of the speakers in a minute so to make this stereo pair not only sound great but also be used as an item to blend with your room interior. Even more to that, you can mount the R-15M on the wall with the help of a special anchor bracket.

If you like big cheerful companies and go on a picnic with your friends often, then you will definitely appreciate the sound quality offered by pa systems. The system is completely autonomous and you can carry it around and deploy very quickly. And the sound it delivers is really amazing. After connecting such system to a smartphone or a tablet, you can easily broadcast any record of your music library from any device you can pair with the system.

The Edifier R1280T bookshelf speaker system can be controlled remotely. The practice shows this solution to be the most appropriate and convenient for a modern 2.0 sound system. The compact remote does with three buttons only for performing all its tasks. The buttons have an optimal size for a comfortable pressing. Having turned on the music, you can volume up and down without getting up from your sofa. You can also use the mute button to turn off the sound on the speakers. The remote is small enough for carrying around your place and adjusting the playback parameters on the speakers at any time you need.

The speaker front part can be customized to have two looks: with a protective mesh and without it. The speakers exterior remain stylish for both options, but it is better to use the meshes (to ensure better protection for the drivers). By the way, there is a metal streak, which divides the grill in two horizontally and hints us that there are two drivers installed. The mesh itself can be easily removed if necessary.

Like with the majority of speakers of this class, the enclosure of this model is made of high-quality MDF and covered with a laminated film to create a textured tree pattern.

If you are into gaming and like playing computer games with your friends, then you will love to have one of the modern video game consoles. You will have a great time with your companions, competing in various virtual tournaments and battles to make each evening an interesting and memorable pastime, and your rest as comfortable as possible.

The Polk Audio TSi100 is a multi-purpose system as you can use it even outdoors (the manufacturer foresightedly added the mounting brackets on the back of the speakers). Thanks to that, you can reliably mount them on any vertical surface and the vibrations will not make the speakers shift even at maximum volume. To keep the speakers perfectly horizontal and prevent the connecting wires from pinching in, in addition to the bracket, there are two straps of the same length included. Indeed, the manufacturer did its best so that you can install the speakers in any place convenient for you.

The Polk Audio TSi100 bookshelf speakers can be a nice complement to any audio equipment. The high-frequency tweeter with a silk membrane used in this model was made using the proprietary Dynamic Balance technology. It minimizes the cone vibrations caused by the coil movement which contributes greatly to the sound linearity and overall quality of sound playback. In addition, the speakers can be used as a stylish interior item as you are free to combine them with any interior design to make them its integral part.

Probably there is not a single person in the world who does not like listening to music at least sometimes. And among music lovers there are many wanting to hear quality sound wherever it is possible: on their way to/from work, when jogging in the morning or working out. To meet these requirements, you will need a convenient audio system that can be paired with different devices, such as tablets, laptops, phones, and music players. As for working with the smartphones, these speakers have a remote, thanks to which you can even answer incoming calls and talk via the built-in microphone with your hands free.

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As it is common for acoustic systems of this type only one of the speakers has a built-in power amplifier. Therefore, the speakers become inseparable twins when you use them. On the front side of the main speaker, there is an AUX input for a quick connection (to connect your smartphone, for example). It is rather convenient since you do not have to look for the port on the device back. By the way, there are a lot of additional ports on the back of the main speaker, which enable using them with other devices such as stereo receivers, TVs, projectors, and any equipment that needs and benefits from an additional powerful acoustic system.

Considering that the bookshelf speakers do not have protective grilles for the drivers, we highly recommend not touching them with your fingers or any objects to prevent damaging the cones of the drivers, displacing the drivers or spoiling their attractive appearance.

In order to place the speakers conveniently and reduce vibrations, the manufacturer included in the set special foam soundproofing pads. The speakers should be installed on them. Using the pads, you can move the speakers more smoothly and confidently towards the listener without being afraid of leaving scratches and traces on the glossy table surface. 

Modern technologies are taking tremendous leaps, giving the user ever new multimedia opportunities. Now you can listen to your favorite music everywhere, play online games, or even view video content on large screens. Today we can go hiking and, in the evening, while taking a rest, watch an interesting movie in the open air. All you need is to project the picture from your smartphone on a large screen (any vertical white surface can be used as a screen). It is possible owing to the availability of the pocket projectors. They are really compact and will not take up much space in the bag, but make your rest much more comfortable.