When buying a music center, you should pay attention to a number of characteristics that determine the sound quality and usability of the equipment. The choice of sound system should be made after evaluating the room used for listening to music and determining your wishes regarding the sound quality you want to achieve.
Purpose of purchase
Before purchasing a music center, determine the purpose of its purchase. Think if you have any wishes regarding the sound quality of the device, the availability of additional sound modes and the power indicators of the speakers. You should also think about the media that you will use to listen to music. Some stereos can play certain disc formats (such as Blu-ray) and can also read removable media.
Decide if you will be using the music center daily as a background music player, or if you will turn on the device for events and dance parties.
Depending on the purpose of using the device, you can determine the approximate power of the equipment you need, on which the price depends.
Determining the right type of music center
There are some classifications of musical centers that determine the functionality of the entire sound system. The first group includes mini-systems that will have the lowest cost. These devices take up the minimum amount of space in the room, providing decent sound. Mini-systems have special functions for processing and improving the quality of the output sound. These stereos have up to 100 watts of power per speaker and support technologies such as Dolby Pro Logic. Among this group of devices, we should mention models from manufacturers Samsung, LG, Technics, AIWA, etc.
Microsystems take up even less space in the apartment and easily fit into any interior. The power of such devices does not exceed 40 W per channel. These characteristics are enough for high-quality listening to music in a small apartment. Good devices in this segment are presented by Yamaha, Panasonic, LG and Kenwood.
Midi systems are presented in the highest price range among all music centers. They have powerful sound characteristics, high-quality software that allows you to make the sound as clear and loud as possible. Typically, such devices take up a lot of space and are suitable for installation in large rooms. The price of midi systems is high, but functionally they surpass other devices of a lower price segment.
Quality devices are offered by companies such as Yamaha, Samsung, Kenwood, Technics.
Extra options
When purchasing, pay attention to the number of speakers in the system, as well as the equipment of the device and the presence of additional modes that allow you to improve the sound (for example, Surround Sound or Dolby Surround). Examine the functionality of the selected device, the availability of the required ports for connecting removable media. An important factor will be the presence of an equalizer, a subwoofer (for sound amplification) or a karaoke mode in the music center.
