Taking advantage of
the outdoor space for a party or a planned dinner requires streaming music.
Aside from the food and conversations, music is another critical element that can
keep the party interesting. If you can stream music into the area, then it’s
much easier to keep the fun and interest of participants going for hours. While
it may seem like an easy project to complete, there are certain outdoor
requirements that must be considered to pull off an outdoor party that’s
memorable and fun.
Better bass, greater
amplifier power for outdoor speakers
Survey the outdoor
environment where the speaker systems will be installed. If you are targeting
an enclosed area like a backyard space with walls or boundaries, expect a
modest sound generated by the speakers. The boundaries including walls will
reinforce the sound, thus helping boost bass, sensitivity and speaker
efficiency. But when you are faced with an open space with no boundaries and
are not physically mounted in walls, amplifier (or speaker power) significantly
goes down. If this is the case, then you’ll need additional amplifier power for
outdoor speakers. It is also important to install multiple outdoor speakers as
opposed to just one speaker.
Outdoor speakers
should also provide enough bass. The outdoor environment will deliver a diluted
sounds that are spread in different directions, thus a higher bass will provide
a solid sound. Outdoor speakers rated at 60 Hz or below are great options that
deliver a respectable music-listening experience. Shop for higher wattage
speakers since these can accommodate a substantial volume increase without
compromising sound quality. For an
outdoor space with 300 sq feet, installing two 60-watt outdoor speakers can
deliver the job. And if you are faced with roughly 400 sq feet worth of space,
then 80-100 watt outdoor speakers will do the trick.
Outdoor speakers and
speaker brackets that withstand the elements
Outdoor speakers
should be selected not just based on sound quality but also on how well these
can resist the elements and changing weather. These should be able to withstand
the challenge of moisture, snow, heat and even accidental hits from a wayward
object. These are the reasons why experts recommend installing speakers in a
protected location, like under the eaves or beneath the porch roof. The outdoor
speaker mounts and brackets are equally important during the planning process. The
brackets and mounts should be sturdy enough to support the weight of speakers,
thus knowing the speakers’ actual weight is a must. Adjustable mounts and
brackets made from stainless steel are often the perfect match for outdoor
speakers.
Speakers for outdoor
use are different from ordinary speakers. These speakers are built for
toughness, and designed to address an open environment with a number of
distractions.