So, you’ve been planning to upgrade your existing audio/video system or planning to get your first setup, but the sheer number of options available between brands and configurations confuses you to select the one that suits your needs. Here is a list of factors to consider before you buy that would go a long way to help you narrow down the perfect systems for your home.

Buying a great audio setup requires considerable research and investment. It’s like buying a car. Both satisfy practical and frivolous needs and vary greatly in terms of quality, size, aesthetics, performance, and price. And honestly, a great set of speakers will outlast your car. So before you shell out the money, empower yourself with the knowledge and research to dig into years of sonic bliss.

Below are the factors to keep in mind, and you can be sure that your purchase will be easy, fun, and downright satisfying.

1. Listening clothes
If you’re going to be using this system just to listen to music, watch a few movies from time to time, or just want to turn up the volume of your TV’s output, a pair of speakers or a sound bar is perfect for you. And if you’re looking for some bass, just add a subwoofer and you’re good to go. You don’t always need huge speakers to deliver amazing music.

2. Reviewing the space
This is a very important factor to consider when deciding the type of home audio system to go for. The big blunt factor is ‘how big is your room’. Additional factors are whether your room is packed with furniture and whether you are going to place it on the furniture. The more open a room is and the less upholstered furniture, the better the sound. To be clear and precise about it, small rooms are not suitable for large music systems as they tend to flood the room with bass and create a muddy sound. On the other hand, large rooms with small speaker systems make the sound seem localized, while larger ones give you a more fluid and immersive experience.

3.Features and price
Considering that you are going to buy a home audio system, it can be safely assumed that you have saved up to buy it. It is an important investment as what you choose is likely to stay with you for a while. Important factors to compare between models in your budget to get the best bang for your buck are power rating, Peak Music Power Output (PMPO), impedance, and connectivity options like Bluetooth, wifi, aux, USB and memory cards. Make sure you buy from a reputable or standard brand. They provide high-quality materials that stand the test of time without compromising the high-quality immersive sound experience for the optimal home entertainment experience for you and your family.