What height for surround speakers

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vultures knob

Discussion Starter · Feb 20, 2005

I am sure this has been discussed before. I am in the process of running my speaker cables and need to figure out what height to put the surround side and rear speakers. My surround speakers are going to be in wall in a 7.1 set up.

Thanks in advance for the help!!!!

Jeff

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dhanson

· #2 · Feb 20, 2005

At least two feet above your head. Mine are at about 6'4" above the ground, to prevent people from smacking their heads into them.

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vultures knob

Discussion Starter · #3 · Feb 20, 2005

dhanson,

thanks for the reply. the speakers are going to be in wall speakers, so hitting your head on them shouldn't be a problem. Is there a THX standard height for surrounds???

THanks,

Jeff

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jeffxjet

· #4 · Feb 20, 2005

Ideally, your front speakers, high-frequency drivers, or tweeters should be positioned at ear level (when you're seated). Our recommended height for the surrounds is above ear level, as soundtracks are likely to be optimized for that location.

From the dolby website... http://www.dolby.com/consumer/home_e...oomlayout.html

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