Designing Audio Systems for the Great Outdoors 

Imagine you’re about to head into the backyard or onto the patio. Even though we’re in the middle of winter, soon the weather will grow warm and you’ll want to bask in the spring sunlight. With a tap of a button by the door, music starts playing throughout the lawn. Or you reach for your phone and select a playlist or podcast that suddenly fills the air. 

You don’t need to lug out a portable speaker, pair it with Bluetooth, and crank the volume any longer. With a weatherproof, outdoor audio system permanently installed on your property, music is always readily available. 

But you may be wondering, how are all these speakers going to look among my landscaping? Will it detract from the natural beauty outdoors?

If you’re concerned about how outdoor audio might interfere with aesthetics, here’s how we can incorporate landscape design to maintain your beautiful Dallas home. It’s best to begin the installation process now so your audio system will be ready to enjoy during those beautiful spring days!

Curious to learn more about outdoor audio installations? Contact Texadia Systems in Dallas, TX, to get started.

SEE ALSO: Indoors or Outside, Set the Mood with Whole-Home Audio  

Blending Outdoor Audio with Landscaping 

Here are five ways we can discreetly install an outdoor sound system to complement your outdoor living spaces.  

1. Partial-Burial Loudspeakers

Partially-buried speakers are still visible, but much of the hardware that delivers their powerful sound is buried below ground. Homeowners who want large sound with less footprint will enjoy Origin Acoustic’s Bollard Loudspeakers or Coastal Source’s Ellipse Bollard with hidden subwoofers. They can be strategically placed around your lawn to provide even sound distribution without compromising the aesthetics of your landscape.

2. Small Satellite Speakers 

For something a little more discreet, small two-way speakers like Coastal Source’s Bullet Speakers are 4.5 inches wide and can be arranged amongst plants and shrubbery. While smaller outdoor speakers won’t include much bass, they can be integrated with a burial subwoofer to fill in those low frequencies. 

3. Sleek Wall/Ceiling-Mounted Speakers 

If you want outdoor audio by the porch, patio, or pool house, consider form-fitting architectural speakers that will fit seamlessly against the building’s exterior. Coastal Source’s Razor speakers are less than four inches deep and can be mounted flush to the wall or suspended from ceilings. Alternatively, Coastal Source’s new Contour speaker features a half-dome shape and can be placed on the ground or mounted. The larger size makes room for a mid-bass tweeter for extra powerful sound. 

4. Trenched & Hidden Wiring 

Regardless of the speakers you choose, no one wants cables running across the lawn. Instead, take the time to discreetly conceal cables within the landscape. This can involve burying cables underground or using low-profile conduits and color-matched materials to seamlessly blend into the outdoor environment, connecting back to an amplifier stored safely indoors. 

5. Audio Integration with Lighting

To create a truly immersive outdoor experience, consider integrating your outdoor audio system with your landscape lighting. This can be achieved by coordinating audio and lighting through a cohesive smart home system. This integration not only enhances your outdoor ambiance but also improves safety and convenience. As the nights grow warmer, you can stay outdoors long after dark. 

Trust the Professionals to Install Your Outdoor Audio 

Wouldn't it be nice if you could hire someone to source the equipment, wire, and set up an outdoor audio system for you? If you’re located in the Dallas area, Texadia Systems is here to help! 

Contact Texadia Systems for our outdoor audio installation services and any questions you may have. With our help, your backyard will become a musical haven just in time for spring. We look forward to working with you!