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What Kind of Outdoor Music Setup Do You Have?

SV Staff  |  Jun 2, 2014

Summertime is just around the corner even if it feels like it has already arrived in some parts of the country. Backyard barbecues, lazy afternoons, pool parties…listening to your favorite tunes on the patio or deck. All of which leads us to this week’s question. Which of the selections below best describes your outdoor audio setup? Leave a comment and tell us how you bring music to the great outdoors.
What Kind of Outdoor Music Setup Do You Have?
I just move my indoor speakers to the window and crank ‘em up.
7% (19 votes)
I run wires from an indoor stereo to the patio/deck and hook up a pair of speakers.
9% (23 votes)
I bring my battery-powered Bluetooth speaker outside and stream music from my phone.
14% (36 votes)
I put my Sonos (or Sonos-like) speaker on the patio/deck and stream music from Pandora (or another other Internet music site).
10% (26 votes)
I have a set of hard-wired weatherproof speakers mounted outside (under the eaves, etc.)
36% (94 votes)
I have weatherproof speakers hidden in the landscaping.
8% (20 votes)
I have weatherproof speakers and an in-ground subwoofer hidden in the landscaping.
7% (19 votes)
I don’t need no stinkin’ speakers — I listen to my iPod/MP3 player through earbuds/headphones.
8% (21 votes)
Total votes: 258

COMMENTS
pw's picture
Submitted by pw on June 2, 2014 - 10:41am

Don't piss off your neighbors by putting in a subwoofer shaped like a rock!

lishilton4218's picture
Submitted by lishilton4218 on February 11, 2025 - 5:36am

Outdoor music setups are everything when it comes to setting the vibe. Whether it’s a backyard BBQ, a chill patio setup, or a full-blown party, having the right sound makes all the difference. Wireless speakers are great for convenience, but nothing beats a properly wired system with deep bass and crisp highs. Curious—are you more of a “hidden speakers in the landscaping” kind of person, or do you go for the big, booming setup?

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