We Know: How to Buy Stereo Speakers Buying stereo speakers can be a tough decision. Below are a few tips that will make your experience a little bit easier. 1. Do Your Research Buying stereo speakers will introduce you to some possibly unfamiliar jargon that you will want to get straight before you start shopping. Words like tweeter, mid-range and woofer may sound like a foreign language at first, but they are easy to get a handle on. A tweeter is the part of the speaker that produces the highest range of frequencies. The mid-range handles the middle range of frequencies. The woofer, which can be part of an enclosed speaker, or a separate unit, produces the lowest, or bass frequencies. 2. Know what You are Looking for An important aspect of speaker shopping is assessing your needs. What are you trying to achieve with your speakers? If you are looking for something to suit a small space like a bedroom, a simple two-speaker set up may be best. The large surround sound systems for entertainment centers come in a range of qualities and size, usually with five satellite speakers and a sub-woofer. With speakers it is important to remember that bigger is not always better. Very large speakers may look impressive, but the sound quality will not necessarily be better than smaller speakers. While large speakers are beneficial when high volume is needed, be wary of large, inexpensive, and poorly made speakers. 3. Know Your Budget Make sure you set a budget and stick to it. This will ensure that you do not over extend yourself and buy something that you do not need. Also, remember to set money aside for any accessories you may need such as speaker cables. A six speaker surround sound system can range from under $200 to over five thousand dollars. Nearly all of the reputable brands offer speakers that the budget-minded can afford. 4. Try Before You Buy Always test out the speakers before you buy them. Remember to play CDs that you often listen to. This will give you an idea of what your favorite band will sound like through the speakers. 5. Trust Your Instincts Ultimately, it is up to you to decide what speakers are right for you. You know what your needs are, and what sounds good to you. Remember that it is always better to choose a smaller, high quality setup, then a larger system from a brand you have never heard of
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