Midwest Speaker Repair | Home Audio & Used Speakers

So you’ve been dreaming about a home theater complete with surround sound and impressive acoustics. You could soon be enjoying viewing parties with friends and the best game day around in no time but there are a few things you’ll need to get first. And, the experts at Midwest Speaker are here to help; we can get you everything you need for your dream home theater. We specialize in providing the very best in audio accessories for Minneapolis and are here to build a home entertainment system you’ll be proud of. Whether you have a dedicated theater room planned or are thinking of upgrading your living room setup, we have recommendations on the essential audio accessories you need to get the job done. Here is what you’ll likely need. One of the most important parts of a good home audio system are the speakers. A great-sounding home theater doesn’t need the biggest or the loudest speakers, just the best ones for your room and budget. Check out Consumer Reports on speakers you’re intere...

Who hasn't blown out at least one speaker in their life? There are a few ways you can tell that you just blew a speaker. You might see smoke, you might smell a bad odor and you will definitely notice the sound quality has drastically deteriorated. This type of home audio repair must be performed by the professionals. We love all things home audio and understand firsthand just how annoying it can be when your speakers stop working for no apparent reason. Do you try to get them repaired or just purchase a replacement? As home audio experts in Minneapolis , we are well versed in repairing a variety of issues and are here to provide you with the best solution for your unique home audio problem. We’ve come up with some quick and easy troubleshooting tips as well as some repair and replacement options to help you get the best home audio to suit your needs. First, check the connections. Make sure the connections running from the source to the receiver are attached. If this doe...

We are happy to announce Midwest Speaker Repair is moving to a new location! We've been at our current spot in Roseville for about five years now. We've seized an opportunity to move into a larger facility, not too far from our current location. We'll be opening our new doors on July 15, and we hope to see you there! Location Our new store is only a half mile south of our current location, near the Petco. Our new address will be 1901 Oakcrest Avenue, Suite 1, Roseville, MN 55113. It was a priority for us to pick a location near our current address, so we can still serve the communities of Roseville and the surrounding area. The Store Our new store will be bigger and better than ever! Don't worry; it's the same great service, just in a new location. We still specialize in speaker repair, but our new facility is upgraded with show rooms, listening rooms and more. We are expanding our selection of guitar speakers, so all the guitar lovers out there can co...

Is your speaker broken in some capacity? It's not always necessary to replace a speaker, most of them can be repaired. If you know what you're looking for, visit MidwestSpeakerRepair.com to purchase your needed materials. If not, we have some common speaker repair problems easily fixed. If you're issue is listed below, we can help you fix it. Common Repairable Speaker Problems - Mishandling or storing them improperly can lead to problems. Speakers should be treated with care. By mishandling a speaker you could damage the enclosure, blow a fuse or damage the cables and controls. - Blowing out a speaker can happen. While it is a more difficult repair best left to an expert, it's not time to throw it in the towel. Bring it to us and let us help you repair it. - Damaged cones or domes can be fixed eaisly in a variety of ways. One way is to tape the indentation and pull it up. Be sure to use a mild adhesive tape. - Foam edge deterioration is one of the m...

Eminence is the world's leading loudspeaker manufacturer, and we're happy to announce that we're offering free shipping on Eminence guitar speakers , as well as Eminence Pro Woofers . Most Eminence speakers come with a 7-year warranty, providing you with a lot of usage for your dollar. Check out our Eminence product page and view our selection of Eminence Pro Audio Woofers, Guitar Speakers, Drivers, and Cabinet Parts & Accessories.

One of the most important components for any guitar setup is a great set of speakers . Axe players need a good set in order to properly hear the music they’re playing, and purchasing the wrong ones can lead to less than stellar sound. Players say a guitar is only as good as its speaker, and if you’re not going to buy an adequate speaker bundle, then there’s no point in purchasing or owning a professional six-string. If you’re unsure of where to begin in your search for six-string sound, talk first with fellow guitarists, especially veteran players. Their years of experience can be instrumental (no pun intended) in your quest. They might be able to tell you about great deals. Another way to begin is to do some research either online or by perusing guitar magazines. These will give you the latest trends in guitar tech, so you can figure out which direction you want to take. Doing your homework early in the process means you won’t regret an extravagant purchase that does nothing for you....

Is your home audio system not up to snuff? Are you experiencing volume problems and need a speaker repair kit ? Then you should shop at Midwest Speaker Repair , and our experts will repair or replace your home and pro audio speakers . Check out our home audio specials for in wall speakers at www.MidwestSpeaker.com : Speco SP-502A: 5 ¼” 2-Way In-Wall/Ceiling Speaker With an output of 50-20,000 Hz, these Speco speakers will do wonders for your home audio system. Save $20 today and order today for $79.95, or save 13% when you buy four at $69.95 each! Speco SP-602A: 6” 2-Way In-Wall/Ceiling Speaker These 100W max speakers will give your pro audio system a boost. They can be yours for $89.95, a $40 savings! Buy four for $79.95 each and save 12%! At Midwest Speaker, we love all things home and pro audio. Visit www.MidwestSpeaker.com to take advantage of all our speaker specials. We look forward to helping you make your hom...

When looking for portable audio , most people end up thinking about a headset. There are several different kinds with different pros and cons. Lets take a look at the various types and highlight their differences. The most pervasive type are earphones or ear-buds. These have been made iconic with Apple's ads featuring white silhouette dancers against colorful backgrounds with white earphones wires. Of course, there are many manufacturers of ear-buds. The biggest benefit of ear-buds are the price. They frequently come free with MP3 players and extras can be purchased for as little as a few dollars. They are also very portable and can be easily kept in one's pocket. The down side is sound quality. Although the sound quality varies greatly from the cheapest models to the more expensive models, ear-buds are lacking as compared to full size headphones. This is true particularly in the lower frequencies. Ear-buds can also cause discomfort as they generall...

Designing and building a speaker box or enclosure is usually not a consideration of the average individual. Unfortunately this means that the majority of music listeners are settling for sub par quality audio. Surprisingly, building a speaker enclosure is not really at all difficult. Most households will have the basic tools to construct a great quality speaker box . Those individuals who have a modicum of skill with power tools will be able to complete a project such as this in half the time of a novice. The key is to take time to measure and make the necessary cuts of the wood. There is a recommended order to building any audio speaker. The first step is to purchase the audio driver, or speaker, itself. Without the speaker , one will not know how large the speaker enclosure or speaker hole should be in order to obtain optimum sound. There are several different varieties of speakers and the materials from which each speaker is made. An example would be whether to ...

Most of us have heard about the dreaded " Blown Speaker " where the music is played to loud and damages the speaker so that in only plays distorted sounds or goes completely dead. But did you know that there are other ways to blow a speaker beyond just playing music too loud? In fact there are at least four other ways to "blow" your speakers. First, a few thoughts on overpowering your speakers by playing things too loudly. It is best to have an amplifier that is closely matched to your speakers rated power. Having an amplifier that is more powerful than your speaker's rating is okay as long as it is not excessive. Speakers can usually handle a bit more power than their listed rating. Another very common way to blow speakers is counter intuitive - under powering. Under powering occurs when you match an amplifier with a speaker that is power rated much higher than than what the amplifier is able to output. For instance, you might have 300 watt s...

Quality audio equipment is a highly subjective. Many individuals will have an opinion that varies from the next person of where to find good to high quality audio speakers . Some will almost always default to the local brick and mortar electronics super chain. The average consumer may be willing to settle for this solution not knowing the truth. There are many brand names throughout the pro-audio speaker world. Some manufacturers have even attempted to carry over their name to the home audio enthusiast, sometimes without sacrificing good quality. Many times, however, the home audio speakers available at the electronics store are constructed with cheap quality parts. Frequently this allows the retailer to advertise the products as a best buy with deep discounts. There are excellent alternatives to relying on the local retailers. Shopping on the web can yield several advantages. The first step in purchasing an excellent set of audio speakers is to write down the intende...

Repairing an audio speaker may mean any number of things. For most of the common repairs a speaker can be repaired very inexpensively. The only non-repairable damage that a speaker may sustain is if the speaker is dropped onto a hard surface causing the speaker itself to bend or the magnet to break. Some speakers are so inexpensive , however, that it does not make sense to invest time and a small amount of money to repair the speaker. In order to understand what damage is repairable by the average audio listener, a lesson in audio speaker anatomy is needed. With reasonably decent speakers which have a removable face grille, it is simple to identify most of the repairable materials without removing the speaker from the enclosure, or box. Whether the speaker is round or oval the anatomy will still be the same. The majority of speakers on the market have the same basic anatomy. Although the materials may differ from plastic or cork to butyl rubber, the construction should...

It is very easy to spend a lot of money on audio equipment and you will likely want to protect your investment. Part of that investment are your system's speakers . They need a little tender-loving-care to keep them working in tip-top condition. Unfortunately, people don't often consider their specific needs. This handy article should help guide and prevent your speakers from suffering damage from a few common conditions. Fortunately, these steps are easy to implement and won't cause you an undue burden. The first thing to be aware of is heat. Storing or using your speakers in an hot environment will cause their sound quality to degrade over time and shorten their lifespan. Storing them in your garage is generally not going to work. Find a climate controlled environment where they can be stowed safely away. Also, bear in mind that direct sunlight does nothing to help your speakers. Try to keep them away from powerful sunlight. Finally, if you are using the s...

Almost every individual listens to music at some time; some more than others. However, most users of audio equipment have a limited understanding of how audio speakers physically work. When a speaker becomes damaged the majority of people will just assume that the damaged speaker is now a piece of trash and dispose of the unit in favor of spending more money on a new pair of speakers. There is a more inexpensive alternative to throwing away what may be an easily repairable piece of audio equipment. There are several ways a speaker can become damaged. The most frequent damage sustained is what is termed a blown speaker . Symptoms of a blown speaker can be no sound being produced or a clipping type of distortion. The frame, also called the basket of the speaker, can be permanently bent if the speaker has received an impact as from being dropped. The speaker can become fatigued through heavy use. Speaker fatigue will affect the clarity or crispness of the sound. On rare ...

Surround sound is an awesome technology for watching movies. Bullet sounds and special effects in general are just much more enjoyable when they are coming from different directions. These systems are relatively straight forward to set up in theory but there are always special issues to overcome. This article will discuss a few common ones and how to address them. The first issue is physical. How do you get the wires to the rear speakers in a 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 system? In homes where wires were not installed during construction you can be left thinking that there is just no place to run them without crossing walkways or doing major construction to run them in the walls or ceiling. One option is to install special wire under the carpet that is only an eighth of an inch in diameter. Of course, you will need to pull up your carpet and then reset it but this is much easier than ripping drywall. And perhaps it is the perfect excuse to get new carpet for your media roo...

Few things enhance home movie viewing like a new home theater surround sound system. Watching sci-fi and horror movies becomes much more of an experience when you can hear creatures sound like they are sneaking up from behind you or a laser blast zips from one side of the room to the other! But how to do you set up your system to achieve these great effects? It all comes down to speaker placement. Most home theater systems will have five speakers and a sub woofer and many will have seven speakers and a subwoofer. These are a called 5.1 and 7.1 systems respectively. Fortunately, a little bit of information on setup goes a long way. With most systems there will be three speakers at the front near the television or screen. The center channel speaker is situated directly above or below and centered on the screen. The front of the speaker should be flush with the edge of the screen. Be sure the speaker is on top of or very close to the screen otherwise the sound can ap...

Finally! You are in the store buying the sound system of your dreams when the sales guy asks if you want to buy good quality speaker wire to make sure your audio system is performing at peak quality. Well, of course you do! What is the difference between the normal cable and the good stuff? Not much - just 5x's the cost or more! But for the best sound, it makes sense to buy the better product - you get what you pay for right? Well, unfortunately, not necessarily. There is a very lively debate in the audio circles as to the benefit of using high quality cables that have gold/silver components, oxygen free environment, etc. Really the answer comes to "it depends". There are number of commentators out there who state that the expensive speaker cable has zero beneficial effect on the sound. They will point to basic physics and formulas to illustrate that it has no bearing. Next, they will highlight double blind tests where participants have been subjected to mus...

A good quality subwoofer is not cheap. Whether it is for the explosions a home theater surround sound system can provide or for automotive bass thumping, the aficionado can count on investing a pretty penny for good quality. Rather than pay full retail prices for that advertised "best buy", there is a better and more economical alternative. The online world has more resources and options than any brick and mortar electronics store can possibly possess. There is more information online regarding the specifications of any pair of speakers or subwoofer than what the sales people can provide. Of course it is wise to keep one's options open by looking around in the retail stores in order to "test drive" specific speakers with the desired specifications. Once the perfect speaker or speakers are found then comes the fun and exciting part, paying less for an even better quality speaker. Ordering a speaker from an online company which specializes in quality...

Your speakers are an integral part of your sound system but how often do you think of their needs? Yes, speaker have needs! With a few simple techniques and procedures you can lengthen the life of your prized speaker system. The first thing to bear in mind is that heat will break them down. Try to keep your speakers out of extremely hot environments as much as possible. Having an 85 degree day is not something to worry about. However, storing speakers long term in a metal building or similar environment where the temp can be over 100 degrees for months at time could be a problem. Give some thought to external heat and avoid it as much as possible. Internal heat is another issue. Make sure your speakers have adequate breathing space around them. Allowing blankets or other items pile on top of or around your equipment can allow heat to build up during operation and cause breakdown. Same thing with moisture. High humidity environments can break down the paper cone in speaker...

The saying, "you get what you pay for" is so very true when shopping for great quality audio electronics and speakers. Even the best quality, though, can sometimes wear out or become damaged through heavy use or abuse. Rather than junk the pair of speakers just to fork over a ton of money for new units, it is a fraction of the cost to get the speakers repaired. Quality speakers are not available from every electronics retailer. Most of the best buys which are advertised are usually are "limited quantities". Although the practice of using bait-and-switch tactics is no longer legal, putting a "limited quantity" disclaimer in an ad helps to protect the retailer from repercussions. Retailers will still attempt to steer the consumer to another comparable unit. Where the retailer will really push is regarding an extended warranty or protection plan. Whatever wording is used, it still comes down to the fact that an extended warranty is usually pure pr...