With conventional outdoor speakers, sound can only be heard with impact in a few “sweet spots” instead of the broader range of your patio, pool or yard. But Bose® 251 environmental speakers produce remarkably rich sound across a much wider listening area. Vital to that performance is Articulated Array® speaker design, which houses two speakers set at precise angles in each enclosure. This produces an extremely wide sound field so that you experience consistent stereo effects as you move around outdoors. The small cabinets of conventional outdoor speakers often can’t produce the low notes that provide impact. The 251 speakers blend with your outdoor surroundings, yet their technology and design eliminate the audible distortion often heard in other speakers. You can enjoy full, rich music without the need for large, bulky speakers. Bose 251 speakers are engineered and tested to withstand snow, rain, salt and temperature extremes of 140° F to -22° F. These speakers deliver a level of performance many conventional outdoor speakersand most indoor speakerssimply cannot match. They are also protected by a five-year limited warranty.

With conventional outdoor speakers, sound can only be heard with impact in a few “sweet spots” instead of the broader range of your patio, pool or yard. But Bose® 251 environmental speakers produce remarkably rich sound across a much wider listening area. Vital to that performance is Articulated Array® speaker design, which houses two speakers set at precise angles in each enclosure. This produces an extremely wide sound field so that you experience consistent stereo effects as you move around outdoors. The small cabinets of conventional outdoor speakers often can’t produce the low notes that provide impact. The 251 speakers blend with your outdoor surroundings, yet their technology and design eliminate the audible distortion often heard in other speakers. You can enjoy full, rich music without the need for large, bulky speakers. Bose 251 speakers are engineered and tested to withstand snow, rain, salt and temperature extremes of 140° F to -22° F. These speakers deliver a level of performance many conventional outdoor speakersand most indoor speakerssimply cannot match. They are also protected by a five-year limited warranty.

The first thing you want to do is familiarize yourself with your new audio speakers and learn what special features they may contain.

Next, you will want to read any literature they the speakers came with. Often times they may contain diagrams that you may find helpful in setting up the configuration.
Thirdly, test test test. Each room will have different acoustics and it may take you awhile to find that optimal set up. You will also want to try and rearranging your furniture because this too can affect how the sound is distributed in the room.

Most likely, you have purchased a surround sound system. Sit down in the area you will be listening to music or movies and notice how you are experiencing the sound.

Before you purchase your audio speakers, do your research both online and in the stores. There are certain well known brands you may want to stick to, and make sure that you identify and ignore lower quality speakers. You should be able to find may reviews online that will help you with your decision. Remember, reviews come from people that have already tested your audio speakers and this kind of information is invaluable in your purchase of home audio speakers.

Having a well designed home theater system will give you and your family enjoyment for years to come. Your audio speakers are just one component of many that will enhance the way you hear movies and listen to music. Take your time and find the right ones, and you will see what I mean.

A couple of tips to keep in mind as you research your outdoor stereo speakers. The first of which undoubtedly are price and where to purchase. A great place to start would be your local electronics store. You could probably pick up a system on the low end for as low as $100.00. High end sound systems could easily run you into the thousands depending what exactly you are looking for. A good medium price point is $250-$900 which will get you an awesome sounding 4 speaker system.

As far as where to purchase your system, depending on your installation abilities, you may want to select a store that will install your outdoor stereo speakers for you for a nominal fee. Usually these systems are relatively easy to install, but if you are anything like me, you will want to have a professional overlooking your installation. You will have wires to contend with as well as the different components such as amplifiers and eq’s.

Weather is another factor to consider when selecting your outdoor stereo speakers. You may want to purchase speakers that are totally sun proof and water proof. Make sure you clarify this before your purchase. There systems that are just weather resistant and not weather proof. There will be a price difference here but you need to make sure you get exactly what you want. Tearing down your system when bad weather comes may not be an option for you.

Taking your favorite tunes outdoors has never been easier and with JBL’s fantastic products losing precious fidelity will not be an issue. JBL Northridge series are weather resistant bookshelf type speakers that are designed primarily for porches, patios and other areas that have a roof, awning or eve. They are perfect for any type of event from a summer pool party to a wedding reception. These JBL outdoor speakers use their exclusive Kapton voice coils and Heatscape motor structures that will provide rich stunning audio for years without succumbing to intense heat or cold. Always check the specs on the manufacturers website though for instance a few of the JBL outdoor speakers are not water proof and are only designed to be used where they will not encounter water or moisture.

Aesthetics is also something to consider. How do you want your speakers to blend into your outside environment?

Rock Speakers

Many people like to utilize rock speakers, depending on what type of landscaping their backyard has. These look exactly like rocks and boulders you would find out in the wilderness and have all the circuiry wired inside of them. These can be wired or wireless as well. Rock speakers or landscape speakers are usually in ground speakers and are designed for rugged use and will stand up the other elements such as lawnmowers,weather,children and pets.

Patio and Deck Speakers

This type of speaker is normally utlized by people with nice decks and patio’s. They are designed to withstand all different types of weather and have many different styles so blending them with your decor is not a problem.

There is nothing better than enjoying the same music you listen to in your house or car in your backyard. All you have to do is pull out your old speakers out of your living room and hook them up on your patio right? Just hope it doesn’t rain or snow and that the birds won’t use them as a toilet right? then agan you always have your old school sony walkman or boombox right?

There is an alternative. Weatherproof speakers! You will have no problem jamming to your tunes in the rain, snow, heat, cold, blowing dust etc

Wait a second; I think that there might be a solution, weatherproof speakers. They can be used in all sorts of weather, in all types of elements. If it rains or snows, or dusty, you will have no problem jamming to your favorite tunes. There are many different brands and sizes to choose from. The best kinds are wireless and can be hidden in the bushes or behind a rock and nobody knows that they are there. They just know that there are rocking tunes in your backyard and you are pretty much the coolest friend that they have.

Make sure you check if the speakers are waterproof and not just weatherproof. There is a difference. Not all weatherproof speakers and waterproof.

These speakers can be used in any environment. They can be used around a pool or a patio and are perfect for backyard entertaining. The barbecue is always better with music. A good pair of speakers is going to cost from $200 and up, but again, they make the backyard home entertaining so much better. Remember that not all outdoor speakers are water proof; some are only water resistant but still need to be located under some sort of shelter and not in direct weather. These speakers are weather resistant, but not weather proof.

Make sure that you specify whether or not you need full weather proof or not. They come in different colors and different styles. Some sit on shelves and some are wall mounted and some even look like rocks and hide in the garden like rocking garden gnomes. Most styles are wireless, but some still need to be wired. If you have any questions on installation be sure to ask a professional.

Most wireless rock speakers use a 900 MHZ transmitter that sends the audio signal to the speakers without having to use speaker wires. The speakers can be up to 150 feet from the audio source. They will come in a wide variety of shapes sizes in colors so you can match your landscaping perfectly. People won’t even see the speakers, they will just hear the awesome sound and wonder how you did it!

When researching different brands, make sure you get speakers have use a Phase Loop Lock circuitry system. What this does is automatically lock in the audio signal keeping it clear and strong. Cheaper models won’t have this and the audio quality will suffer.

The best thing about the wireless rock speakers is the pain free installation. You will not need to dig up your gorgeous yard in order to lay the speaker wire.

Most Yamaha outdoor speakers can be permanently placed outdoors for years of use. They are perfect for use by the pool, patio or deck and can even be used on a boat. They come with adjustable mounting brackets so you can mount them in a location of convenience whether it be on walls, under eaves etc. The brackets allow you to aim the speakers also for maximum sound enjoyment.