Video: Installing Surround Sound Speakers

We know you're out there. Yes, you. The guy who bought that 5.1 surround sound system in Christmas of 2006 but still hasn't hooked up the rear speakers. It's too hard, you say! There, there, we feel your pain. But it's not really all that bad. In fact, we decided to put our money - uh, make that our bodies - where our mouths are. Audioholics takes itself up into the attic... in the middle of summer... in Florida... to help YOU learn how to install your surround sound speakers. Yeah, we love ya.

Honestly, it's not that hard. Just remember a few simple steps:

• Assemble your tools and hardware first (look at the video for a list)
  
• PLAN your installation (speaker locations, where your studs are, how to get from point A to point B)
• Give yourself ample time (30 minutes before the big game is not a wise idea)
• Drink plenty of liquids (or do the job in the winter. Don't be fools like us - we get paid to do stupid things)
• Plan for cleanup (spackling paste, touch-up paint, etc)
• Measure TWICE, cut once. You don't want to cut into a wall at the perfect spot for your speaker only to run into a stud.
• Use the right tool for the right job - it makes the job so much easier and enjoyable
• Always check your local building codes. We don't know if you need a permit in your area or not - it's up to you to know the laws and to use the proper cabling that is required in your area.
  

Well, other than that it's up to you to watch the video and adapt it to fit your particular needs. I will tell you this - if you have surrounds (or extra speakers for that matter) just lying around, you OWE it to yourself to go ahead and get them installed. You won't regret it and the difference will blow you away. What are you doing still reading this? Get cracking!

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