Use two pairs of speakers for balanced sound in larger rooms.
In ceiling 7 1 surround sound speaker placement.
We recommend installing in wall and ceiling speakers at least 18 24 inches away from an adjacent wall or ceiling.
For 7 1 systems the four surround speakers should be placed at equal distances in a slight arc behind the listening position.
If you re installing 5 6 or 7 ceiling speakers for a home cinema surround sound system.
Some final words on 7 1 surround sound speaker placement placement is vital to an enjoyable home theater system.
7 1 surround sound in a 7 1 system surround speakers are positioned beside and behind your seating area.
A shows two locations options for a single subwoofer or you can add a second subwoofer placed in both locations making a 7 2 system setup left and right surround speakers and left and right rear surround speakers.
The rear surround speakers add more depth to the surround sound experience by spreading the sound across four speakers the left.
Just like in a 5 1 setup the side speakers are placed to the left and right of your seating position and face directly towards you.
In ceiling speakers 4 and 5 for 5 1 systems should be to the right and left of your listening position separated from each other by the same distance as your two stereo front speakers.
Place the front left and right speakers at an equal distance from your main listening position in front of your tv lcr ceiling speakers are the best option for this although a good ceiling speaker with a pivoting tweeter will also work.