So, what makes a home that leverages smart home technology one of the most enjoyable on the block? We’ve got you covered in our smart home blog to help you get the most out of your space, whether you love hosting gatherings or prefer quiet, relaxing moments to yourself.
Imagine you’re hosting a small gathering of friends at your home. Picture everyone smiling, laughing, singing, or simply enjoying the background music that sets the perfect ambiance for your get-together. It’s no secret that music and sound play a crucial role in creating a warm and enjoyable entertainment experience at home.
Smart home technology enhances the guest experience through wireless control and access to essential home systems, along with your preferred content (e.g., Pandora playlists, football games, movies). The three main smart home systems that significantly contribute to creating an entertaining smart home are:
Sound – for a great audio experience
Lighting – for the perfect ambiance
Video – for high-definition visuals that bring games, movies, and other content to life
Let’s break down how to set up your home to offer seamless sound experiences. We’ve carefully selected speaker brands that deliver full-bodied, high-performance audio, creating the ideal soundstage for your entertaining playlist both inside and outside. The market offers a wide range of audio brands, and we’ve taken the time to choose the best options across various budget levels, from entry-level to high-end sound systems.
If you’ve ever tried controlling your playlist while entertaining, you know that having great-sounding speakers alone isn’t enough. You need to play your music without fumbling through your phone, and perhaps if your guests have different tastes, you want to let others stream to your system or make adjustments on the fly to get your party started. Whoever is playing DJ shouldn’t have to worry about music control – they should be able to enjoy the party with everyone else. Set it and forget it.
To get the most out of your smart home, you’ll want to consider sound control for both inside and outside, if you have a backyard entertaining space. Here are a few types of sound systems you can choose from:
Inside Your Home:
- Wireless Speakers – offering a variety of options, including soundbars.
- Built-in Speakers – These are “invisible” speakers installed into your ceilings or walls. They lay flat and can be painted over if desired, and they come in different sizes and shapes.
- Custom Audio – More advanced options include audio art and other custom applications that hide speakers while delivering high-performance sound.
Outside Your Home:
For outdoor smart speakers, you have a few different options based on design and placement. All perform well in any weather, allowing you to enjoy music year-round:
- Landscape Speakers – These blend in with your trees, shrubs, and outdoor décor. They are buried in the ground and come in various designs like satellite or rock-style options.
- Mounted Speakers – These are speakers that are placed on your home or another structure, such as a deck.
- Portable Wireless Speakers – These systems are designed for outdoor use and can easily be moved to your garden or other outdoor spaces like the beach. They are lightweight, all-in-one units that are easy to carry.
We hope this guide helps you explore how to get the most out of your home with multi-room sound and wireless control in your smart home.
