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2.1 Stereo System for TV Listening

How well does a 2.1 stereo system work for TV listening?  As I have been looking at smaller homes, I’ve noticed that in many of those places, the TV would need to be same room where I would be listening to music.  In quite a few of these homes, it would be tough to set up a good 5.1 installation anyway.  A 2.1 system makes a lot of sense, since sound quality for music is my priority.  I currently have a quality 2.1 system with an integrated amp, tower speakers, and music streamer in my living room as well as a more modest 5.1 system in my TV room.

My biggest concern about using a 2.1 system for TV listening would be getting clear dialog audio at both low and high volumes.  I would be interested in reading about your experience using a 2.1 system for TV listening.  Thanks in advance for your input.

flyfish77

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sandthemall
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Been doing this for years. Alway sounds great. Especially for concerts.

I found 5.1+ systems fussy and actually distracting. To me, every surround system I’ve listened to at a friend or family member’s home has been way over the top to enjoy the film.

I have 4” Kanto powered Bluetooth speakers with a Definitive Technologies transmission line 8” subwoofer. They sound seamlessly integrated and are practically invisible.

This allows me to have my main system dedicated to music listening.

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