Speaker Placement Calculator
Calculate optimal speaker placement for your room. Enter room dimensions and speaker setup type.
Listening Position = Room Length × 0.38 (38% from front)\nSpeaker Separation = Room Width × 0.65\nStereo: Equilateral triangle\n5.1: Front ±30°, Surrounds ±110°\n7.1: Add rear ±135-150°
20×15 ft room (stereo):\nListening position: 7.6 ft from front\nSpeaker separation: 9.75 ft\nForm triangle with listening position
What is the ideal speaker placement?
For stereo: form an equilateral triangle with speakers and listening position. For 5.1 surround: front speakers at ±30°, surrounds at ±110°, center at 0°, subwoofer flexible.
How far should speakers be from walls?
Front speakers: 1-2 feet from front wall, 1-3 feet from side walls. This reduces bass buildup and improves imaging. Corner placement increases bass but reduces clarity.
What height should speakers be at?
Tweeters at ear level when seated (typically 36-42 inches). Angle speakers to point directly at listening position for best imaging.
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📐 Formula
Listening Position = Room Length × 0.38 (38% from front)\nSpeaker Separation = Room Width × 0.65\nStereo: Equilateral triangle\n5.1: Front ±30°, Surrounds ±110°\n7.1: Add rear ±135-150°
📝 Example Calculation
20×15 ft room (stereo):\nListening position: 7.6 ft from front\nSpeaker separation: 9.75 ft\nForm triangle with listening position
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ideal speaker placement?▼
For stereo: form an equilateral triangle with speakers and listening position. For 5.1 surround: front speakers at ±30°, surrounds at ±110°, center at 0°, subwoofer flexible.
How far should speakers be from walls?▼
Front speakers: 1-2 feet from front wall, 1-3 feet from side walls. This reduces bass buildup and improves imaging. Corner placement increases bass but reduces clarity.
What height should speakers be at?▼
Tweeters at ear level when seated (typically 36-42 inches). Angle speakers to point directly at listening position for best imaging.