Surround Sound Subwoofer Placement. Surround sound if you have surround sound speakers place the centre channel exactly in front of you and place the side speakers at a 110 degree angle to the sides following the same rules as. First let s place the subwoofer 4 in the diagram above as it s the simplest speaker to place.
Generally all speakers are different distances from the listener. If side placement isn t practical place your surround speakers a few feet behind your listening position and face them forward. Subwoofer placement in the front of the room is the most common and usually results in the best blending with the main speakers and center channel and minimizes localization effects.
However depending on your floor space a corner might not be a viable option for your subwoofer if it s too far from your listening area.
Left right speakers not equidistant to the listener. Place your surround speakers 1 to 2 feet above ear level for immersive special effects. Generally all speakers are different distances from the listener. Now swap back by putting the subwoofer in the spot where the bass sounded best.
