2. speakers
  3. 1011305957

Recommend location and type for kitchen speakers

I've not got as exciting a construction project as Albert's but I am remodeling my kitchen later this winter. I would like to have a small system there; maybe an NAD L-40 or Linn Classik. What I am having a hard time getting a grip on is how to locate speakers. Most of the work is done at one end of the kitchen along one wall. I could put in-walls there, but I would only be about 18-24" away from that wall, and the speakers would have to be about 6-8' apart (double window in between). Or they could be bookshelfs at that same location or in-walls in the ceiling, or bookshelfs or in-walls behind me (for that pick-up truck effect!). I'm obviously not going for a serious system here, just some tunes while I work. I would like to get others ideas/experiences/thoughts. Thanks.
128x128swampwalker

Showing 1 response by albertporter

albertporter's avatar
Ag insider logo xs@2x
albertporter
4,949 posts
 
In-wall speakers ceiling mounted are a great alternative. The space behind in-wall speakers affect their performance, with .5 cubic feet being the lower limit.

Most ceilings face open attic space, providing easy installation and fewer acoustical problems.

You might consider two pair, with one pair at each end of your space, so you may enjoy comfortable listening levels without high sound pressure levels.

I choose B&W Signature 7 nautilus as my in-wall speaker. They are bi wire and bi amp, with great sound in a small package. There are plenty of other manufacturers with similar products, depending on what you like and want to invest in the project.
More to discover