Wireless Multi-Room Audio

FAQ About Wireless Multi Room Audio Systems

Not too long ago, the only ways to enjoy truly high-quality audio at home were to sit in front of large speakers in the home theatre room or slip a pair of expensive headphones over your ears. Now, thanks to advances in wireless technology, you can use wireless multi room audio speakers to enjoy incredible sound quality in any room of your home. (Yes, even the bathroom, if that's what floats your boat.)

Read on for more information about multi room sound system speakers and how to choose one that's right for you.

What is a wireless multi room audio system?

Take a high-quality speaker (or set of speakers) with a compact design, add in WiFi or Bluetooth compatibility, toss in a few other bells and whistles (like streaming internet radio), and boom -- you've got a wireless multi room audio system.

What are the advantages of a wireless multi room audio system?

Wireless and portable

Aside from a power cord (and not even that if you've got a battery-powered model), these speakers don't have any wires. That means you can place them pretty much anywhere: the kitchen, the basement den, the bedroom, or even the back porch.

Scalability

Getting one wireless audio speaker is pretty great, but it limits you to listening in just one room. Pick up some extra speakers to expand the system throughout your home and you'll multiply the audio enjoyment by a factor of awesome.

Music zones

Place speakers in multiple rooms and you'll be able to play the same song in different rooms simultaneously, or different songs in separate rooms at the same time.

Control with mobile device

Most wireless multi room audio systems can be controlled from an app on your smartphone or tablet. So whether you're in the mood for some 80s one-hit wonders or the latest from Taylor Swift, all you have to do is tap the screen, then sit back and enjoy.

Should I choose WiFi or Bluetooth technology?

It depends on what types of speakers you're interested in. WiFi is commonly found in the home-based speaker systems because it has a greater range and provides more functionality. However, these speakers need to be connected to your home's WiFi network. Bluetooth has a more limited range but connects directly to your music player device, so it can be used in portable speakers that can be taken anywhere.

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