Audio Equipment as Interior Decoration: 8 Useful Tips

Planning to set up a mini cinema at home but unsure how to make audio equipment a stylish element of interior decoration? Here are 8 practical tips for solving this relevant issue.

1. Consider the style and color palette of the room

It may seem obvious, but as with any interior element, audio equipment should be chosen based on the overall style and color scheme of the room. Today's manufacturers already offer a wide range of shapes and hues.

Yet speakers in a hi-tech style standing on display in a soft Provence-style interior are far from rare.

2. Embed audio equipment

If audio equipment is purchased during renovation, it can be fully «hidden» in the interior by providing niches for speakers and cables.

This is especially relevant for interiors where any visible technical equipment would look out of place. It is also ideal for minimalist interiors and small spaces, where any extra element creates a cluttered effect.

3. «Fit in»

When choosing audio equipment for an already established interior, it is best to opt for minimalist models with neutral design. These can be «integrated» into the setting without disrupting the overall concept.

2.1-channel Sony HT-MT300 soundbar with Bluetooth® technology

4. Display it

Some audio equipment is designed with stylish aesthetics and created specifically to be a highlight of the interior.

5. Study market innovations

Modern manufacturers strive to produce increasingly compact, stylish, and highly functional models. Don't hesitate to explore new releases before purchasing audio equipment.

For example, Sony recently unveiled a neat, minimalist, and highly innovative 2.1-channel soundbar HT-MT300 with Bluetooth® technology. Thanks to the innovative S-Force PRO Front Surround (S-Force Pro Front Surround) technology, it reproduces a virtual 3D sound field using just two front acoustic systems.

What is particularly valuable for minimalists and owners of small apartments, this new model takes up very little space, yet delivers an impressive sound effect.

2.1-channel Sony HT-MT300 soundbar with Bluetooth® technology

Moreover, the wireless subwoofer of the HT-MT300 soundbar can be mounted not only vertically but also horizontally (e.g., hidden under a sofa). A special Sofa Mode setting optimizes low-frequency sound and prevents sound muffling by furniture.

2.1-channel Sony HT-MT300 soundbar with Bluetooth® technology

6. Use cable accessories

Despite rapid development in wireless technologies, modern interiors are often disrupted by tangled cables and wires. To avoid this, special accessories can be used.

By the way, the new Sony HT-MT300 soundbar allows you to play your favorite tracks from a tablet or smartphone via Bluetooth with just one touch, without any cables.

7. Choose appropriate furniture

If your audio equipment is intended to be placed on or mounted to furniture, carefully consider these elements of the setting. First, keep safety in mind and ensure stability and secure mounting. Second, don't forget about sound quality and avoid placing anything in the way of the sound. Third, consider possible equipment heating.

If you have decided on audio equipment with multiple components and a lot of cables, furniture will help to aesthetically arrange everything and hide what is not needed.

8. Don't overdo it

More is not always better. If your home cinema doesn't have impressive dimensions, it's not advisable to place dozens of speakers around the perimeter. Doing so will not only fail to achieve the desired effect but may actually worsen the situation (especially if you didn't follow tips for setting up a home cinema when decorating the room).

The article was prepared with support from Sony Electronics LLC.