You want to place the rear surround speakers in an optimal location in a 5.1 surround installation. Which of the following is the recommended location?
A)Directly to the left and right and slightly in front of the listeners
B)Above and behind the listeners
C)Directly behind the listeners
D)Directly to the left and right and slightly behind the listeners

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You should place the surround speakers directly to the left and right and slightly behind the listeners.
Key Takeaway: Surround speakers create a sense of environment and background. Surround sounds tend to rely less on direct radiated sound and more on reflected and indirect sound. The primary pair of surround speakers should be placed to the left and right of the listening position and just behind it.

You Want to Place the Rear Surround Speakers in an Optimal