Home theatre speakers

Become fully immersed in your home entertainment with JB’s range of home theatre speakers. Shop soundbars, sub woofers, bookshelf speakers, and floor speakers for technology that encircles you in high fidelity sound. All our speakers are simple to set up, and are perfect with your preferred Smart Home system.

Bring the Cinema to Life with JB's Home Theatre Speakers

Dreaming of the ultimate home entertainment system? The kind that makes your living room feel like a full-blown cinema? We get it. Finding the perfect gear to recreate that mind-blowing sound can be tough. You want the roar, the whispers, the bass that thumps in your chest—not just some ordinary speakers. You need a true home theatre experience. That's why JB has everything you need to bring your setup to life.

From Australia's top brands and beyond, JB brings you a wide range of home theatre speakers that will transform your living space into the audio haven you've been after. With brands like Denon, Bowers & Wilkins, Kef, Sonos, or Sony, get ready for high-quality sound that’s sure to blow your socks off!

What are Home Theatre Speakers?

Home theatre speakers are audio devices designed to create a surround sound for a truly immersive home cinema experience. A typical home theatre speaker package usually includes:

Subwoofers: Responsible for deep, rumbling low frequencies. Subwoofers handle those powerful, low-end bass sounds that you can feel as much as you can hear, creating that cinematic thump in action scenes.
Front Speakers: Provide the main left and right channels of sound. They cover the majority of the audio, delivering everything from music to background effects.
Centre Speakers: Handle dialogue, ensuring voices are crisp and clear. Positioned directly below or above the screen, they make sure that every word is heard, no matter how chaotic the scene gets.
Surround Sound Speakers: Placed to the sides or behind to create an immersive sound environment. These speakers are crucial for delivering the directional and ambient sounds that pull you into the action and make you feel like you’re right there in the middle of it all.

Amplifiers and AV receivers act as the control hub, sending audio signals to each speaker for perfect coordination. Many systems also support Dolby Atmos, which adds an extra layer of immersion by creating 3D sound, making you feel like you’re right inside the action.

Why Home Theatre Speakers Are the Soul of Your Setup

Home theatre speakers aren’t just regular speakers—they’re the soul of your entertainment system. Unlike typical speakers, which focus on general audio playback, home theatre speakers are specially built to recreate the soundscape of a real cinema. Every sound is designed to be clear and precise, drawing you into the story and heightening the drama.

Imagine your favourite movie scenes—explosions, whispers, footsteps—all coming alive with perfect acoustics. That’s what a great set of home theatre speakers does. It takes your home audio and transforms it into an immersive experience, one that’s not just heard but truly felt.

Whether it's movies, TV, or gaming, a well-calibrated sound system makes a massive difference, and that’s what turns your living room into an actual home cinema experience.

Picking the Best Speakers for Your Home

Picking the perfect speakers for your home theatre comes down to several factors:

Room Size: Different rooms need different speaker types. Larger rooms might benefit from floorstanding speakers, while smaller spaces work well with bookshelf speakers or even a soundbar.
Speaker Types: There’s a lot to choose from—bookshelf speakers, floorstanding speakers, in-ceiling speakers, in-wall speakers, and more. Floorstanding speakers are great for full-range sound, while in-ceiling or wall speakers save space and keep things clean.
Flexibility: Look into Bluetooth and wireless speakers if you want less cabling and more freedom. Surround sound speaker packs provide great all-in-one solutions for instant immersion.
Special Requirements: Do you need noise-cancelling or outdoor speakers? Are you into a smart home setup? Smart speakers with voice control can work seamlessly with the rest of your system.
Centre Speakers: Never forget the centre speaker—it handles dialogue, making everything from movie conversations to gaming instructions crystal clear.

How to Perfect Your Home Theatre Setup

It’s not just about what speakers you buy—it’s how you set them up. Proper speaker positioning and room acoustics make all the difference. Here’s a quick guide to help you get the best out of your home theatre setup:

Front Speakers: Place your left and right front speakers equally spaced from the centre and at ear level for the best spread of sound.
Centre Speaker: Position your centre speaker directly below or above your TV for clear dialogue.
Surround Speakers: Position these behind or to the side of your seating area. They provide the directional sound that makes action scenes feel real.
Subwoofer Placement: Place your subwoofer near a wall or in a corner to maximise those low-end frequencies and create that deep, rumbling bass.
Room Acoustics: Consider the layout of your room. Hard surfaces reflect sound, while softer materials absorb it—find the balance that works for your space.
Connection Tips: Use high-quality HDMI cables and a solid AV receiver or amp to get the most from your speaker system.

Build Your Dream Home Theatre System with JB

Take your entertainment game to the next level with JB's incredible range of home theatre speakers! Complete your setup with our range of turntables, Blu-ray players, projector screens and more. Head in-store or check out JB's full range online and find the perfect gear to make your home entertainment dreams a reality!

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