How to choose accessories for multi-room audio

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No matter which type of speaker you use, additional accessories can help you build the perfect multi-room audio experience. 

Wired setups will require a host of audio cables. These can range from standard speaker cable and wire connectors. It’s a good idea to measure the amount of wire you need beforehand so you get enough. A good tip is to follow the signal flow from the receiver. Then you’ll know exactly what accessories and adapters you need to send the signal to the speakers. 

Multi-room audio – Smart speaker mountSmart speakers have a wide variety of accessories. Wall mounts can help mount a speaker to the wall or onto a wall outlet. This is a great way to hide or eliminate the need for a power cable. Protective sleeves come in a variety of designs and colours. This allows you to personalize and protect each speaker in the home. 

If you have limited power sources, adding A/V surge protection can safely add additional outlets. This ensures you have outlets available for other devices as well. It can also provide additional flexibility in speaker placement.

Creating a multi-room audio experience

Multi-room audio is an absolute game-changer. Imagine cleaning the house and listening to the same podcast playing in every room or having a house party and the same music playing in the kitchen is playing in the bathroom. Best of all, setting up a multi-room audio experience is easy.

First, decide what type of speakers you plan on using. This can be either smart speakers, dedicated wireless multi-room speakers, or traditional wired speakers. If you choose smart speakers, consider adding a smart display in the main room. This will provide an additional way to find and play content. 

Finally, don’t forget to make a list of the accessories you’ll need for the setup. This can range from traditional speaker wire to A/V surge protection.