Surround sound wireless speakers have become a common option for use with home entertainment devices. In order to attain authentic surround sound you'll need a so-called 5.1 or 7.1 speaker system. The '.1' in both systems relates to a subwoofer, the speaker made to output low sounds; the other number refers to the quantity of satellite speakers. In a 5.1 setup, you have middle, front left and right, and rear left and right satellites. 7.1 surround sound systems are exactly the same, apart from the inclusion of left and right side speakers.
As to whether the extra cost of a 7.1 surround sound setup is worth it, it's a matter of personal preference. Numerous people will probably explain that the difference is limited, so that if you are on a budget, you might be better off investing your funds buying a better 5.1 setup, than you would be a lower quality 7.1 one. Other people believe that a 7.1 setup can only be justified if you have a sizeable room and that a properly setup, quality 5.1 setup will be acceptable for all but the biggest areas. Nonetheless, if you have the funds on hand and a substantial room, then a 7.1 setup is going to offer a truly immersive acoustic experience.
True surround sound wireless speakers are generally exceptionally hard to come across, although at this time there are many surround sound systems available on the market which feature
cableless rear speakers. This is obviously the best solution - you often will already have lots of of cables between your Television, satellite receiver, DVD player, etc., so some extra cables going to the the center and front left/right speakersreally don't make a big difference. Yet, removing the cables going to the rear of the room can be a huge
bonus.
For you to make the most of your speakers, you should think about purchasing good surround sound speaker stands. The speaker stands you select can have a large impact on the sound quality experienced from the speakers. Also, they can look attractive, and many have built in cable management to keep the wires concealed. They ought to also let you locate your speakers at the ideal listening height.