Solsys
12-15-2003, 12:04 AM
Hello,
First off, thanks for the replies to my previous forum posts, really helped me focus my search for componets a bit.
Now that I have picked up my HT componets I'm building a custom Entertainment center. My main concern was about the housings I am planning to place the front speakers in. Due to room-size, electrical and cable jack location, and aesthetic constraints, the Front speakers are going to be within 8-12" of my HDTV and roughly the same distance from the wall. I don't notice any distortion in the picture now, but I'm worried about long-term damage. Also, despite technically sub-optimal speaker placement, the system sounds really nice.
2 main concerns:
1) Are there any steps I can take to shield the area around where the speakers will be placed, so I don't screw up the TV, but at the same time, won't detract from the sound of the speakers? Any decent materials that wont break the bank?
2) How much room should I give the speakers on all sides in the enclosure? (can it form-fit the speaker or should I give it a few inches from each side?)
Thanks for any input you may have :)
First off, thanks for the replies to my previous forum posts, really helped me focus my search for componets a bit.
Now that I have picked up my HT componets I'm building a custom Entertainment center. My main concern was about the housings I am planning to place the front speakers in. Due to room-size, electrical and cable jack location, and aesthetic constraints, the Front speakers are going to be within 8-12" of my HDTV and roughly the same distance from the wall. I don't notice any distortion in the picture now, but I'm worried about long-term damage. Also, despite technically sub-optimal speaker placement, the system sounds really nice.
2 main concerns:
1) Are there any steps I can take to shield the area around where the speakers will be placed, so I don't screw up the TV, but at the same time, won't detract from the sound of the speakers? Any decent materials that wont break the bank?
2) How much room should I give the speakers on all sides in the enclosure? (can it form-fit the speaker or should I give it a few inches from each side?)
Thanks for any input you may have :)