Music has the power to transform our mood, enhance our environments, and bring people together. In today’s smart homes, a whole home audio system takes these truths to the next level, allowing you to enjoy your favorite tunes, podcasts, or audiobooks from any room in your house with top quality clarity and convenience. With the smart home systems like SAVANT at your fingertips, and a top-quality team of Home Audio experts at Mission Audio Visual, we can set your home up with the best audio listening experience you’ve ever experienced!
Step 1: We Plan Audio Zones For Audio Coverage
- Assessment of Needs: Experts start by understanding your audio needs, preferences, and how you intend to use the system across different areas of your home. Considerations such as what kind of music you listen to, movies:music watching ratio and more are taken into consideration.
- Identify Your Listening Areas: Consider where you spend the most time and what each home’s audio needs might be. Your kitchen, living room, bedrooms, and outdoor spaces can all become individual audio zones.
- Determine Speaker Placement: For optimal sound, speakers should be placed at ear level and spaced evenly throughout each zone. Invisible in-wall or in-ceiling speakers from brands like Sonance provide a seamless look without sacrificing sound quality.
Step 2: Choose Your Audio Visual Equipment
- Selecting Speakers: For those seeking unparalleled sound fidelity, Revel speakers are a fantastic choice. Renowned for their meticulous engineering and acoustic excellence, Revel offers a range of in-ceiling, in-wall, and freestanding speakers that blend seamlessly into any home environment while delivering rich, detailed soundscapes. Whether you’re outfitting a cozy nook or an expansive living area, Revel’s lineup provides the clarity and depth needed to elevate your listening experience. Pairing these speakers with the Savant Home Automation system allows for an effortlessly synchronized audio experience throughout your home.
- Central Audio Source: Choose a central audio source (Also known as a receiver) that can stream music to multiple zones simultaneously. The Savant Smart Audio Soundbar not only enhances your TV audio but can also serve as a hub for your whole home audio, distributing music throughout your house.
- Control System: Choosing a control system that’s easy to use and integrates well with other smart home systems. This includes touch panels, mobile apps, and voice control options. Personally, the experts at Mission Audio Visual have selected SAVANT as the premium, go-to home automation system to tie this all together!
Some Equipment Suggestions…
Speakers: Revel
Revel speakers are renowned for their precision engineering, exceptional sound quality, and aesthetic design. For a whole-home audio system, you might consider a combination of the following:
- In-Ceiling and In-Wall Speakers: Revel’s Architectural Series offers discreet yet powerful options for background music and immersive sound experiences in every room without cluttering your space.
- Freestanding Speakers: For areas where audio performance is a priority, such as the living room or home theater, Revel’s Performa3 series provides outstanding soundstage and depth.
Amplifier: Compatible with SAVANT
Choosing an amplifier that can seamlessly interface with SAVANT is crucial for a cohesive experience. While SAVANT itself does not manufacture amplifiers, they are compatible with a wide range of high-quality amplifiers through their control systems. A few notable brands that work well with SAVANT and can power Revel speakers efficiently include:
- Sonos Amp: While primarily known for its standalone products, Sonos offers the Sonos Amp, which can be integrated with SAVANT for multi-room audio setups. It’s a versatile choice that provides excellent power output and streaming capabilities.
- AudioControl: Known for their high-performance AV receivers and amplifiers, AudioControl offers options like the Director Series multi-zone amplifiers, which can be integrated into SAVANT systems and offer the power and clarity needed for Revel speakers.
Home Automation System: SAVANT
SAVANT is a leader in luxury smart home systems, offering personalized control of your entire home, including audio, video, lighting, climate, and security. For a whole-home audio setup, the SAVANT Pro Host offers robust control and can be the heart of your smart home, allowing for seamless integration with your audio components and beyond. Its user-friendly interface, available on smartphones, tablets, and dedicated touch screens, ensures that managing your home’s audio is intuitive and flexible.
Integration and Control
- SAVANT Pro App: Use the SAVANT Pro App to easily create audio zones, select music sources, and control volume levels throughout your home. Integration with streaming services like Spotify, Tidal, or your personal music library is straightforward, offering rich audio experiences in any room.
- Voice Control: SAVANT’s integration with voice control platforms like Siri allows you to control your audio system hands-free. Simply command to play music in designated zones or adjust the volume as needed.
Wired vs. Wireless Home Audio Systems
When considering a whole-home audio system, one of the key decisions you’ll face is choosing between a wired or wireless setup. Both options have their own sets of benefits and drawbacks, and understanding these can help you make a more informed choice that aligns with your needs, preferences, and the specificities of your home environment.
- Pros and Cons: The choice between wired and wireless systems is made based on installation feasibility, audio quality preferences, and budget. While wired systems are known for their reliability and superior sound quality, wireless systems offer flexibility and easier installation.
- Infrastructure Preparation: For wired systems, this involves planning the wiring routes and ensuring your home can accommodate the necessary cables without disruptive renovations.
How To Install A Whole Home Audio System
The installation of a whole-home audio system is a multifaceted project that demands a comprehensive understanding of both audio technology and architectural integration. Here’s a closer look at why this process can be complex and how the professionals at Mission Audio Visual can navigate these challenges:
- Running Wires: If a wired system is chosen, experts carefully route wires through walls, ceilings, and floors to connect speakers and control systems without visible clutter.
- Speaker Placement: Strategic placement of speakers to ensure optimal sound distribution and listening experience in each room.
- System Integration: Integration of the audio system with other smart home technologies like lighting, blinds, and security systems for a cohesive smart home experience.
What Do You Get When Mission Audio Visual Installs Your Whole Home Audio System?
Calibration and Testing Of Your New Home Audio System
- Acoustic Calibration: Our experts use sophisticated, industry-niche tools to calibrate your new system, adjusting audio levels and settings for each room to compensate for unique acoustics. This provides a perfect, tailored listening experience for you capable of presets based on whatever you are using the home audio system for!
- System Testing: Comprehensive testing of the system to ensure seamless operation across different audio sources and control methods. No crackles, pops or distortion in your speakers!
User Training and Support
- Tutorial: We provide a detailed tutorial on using the system, including switching between zones, using different audio sources, and troubleshooting common issues.
- After-Sale Support: Offering ongoing support to handle any technical difficulties and system upgrades. In fact, all of our services are backed by an amazing Lifetime Install Warranty
Maintenance and Upgrades
- Scheduled Maintenance: Regular check-ups to ensure the system operates at its best, addressing any wear and tear or software updates. We enable automatic updates to ensure you have the best, most recent version of tech on the market!
- Upgrades: Advising on and implementing system upgrades to keep up with the latest in audio technology and smart home integration.
Setting up a whole-home audio system is a complex process that requires expertise in audio technology and home integration. By following these steps, experts at companies like Mission Audio Visual can provide you with a custom-designed audio experience that elevates the ambiance of your home. If you’re considering adding a whole-home audio system to your residence in Kelowna and surrounding areas, remember, our expertise does not extend to cities on the coast of BC or locations like Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, Parksville, and Cranbrook. For more information on our services, visit our Whole Home Audio page and explore how we can make your home sound like never before.