If you want to set up music outdoors then you’ll have to pay special attention to what type of speakers and mounting gear your purchase. In this article, I will offer some recommendations for selecting a suitable speaker for outdoor use.
First of all, you’ll need to figure out whether you are planning to get these speakers for permanent installation or for a temporary setup. A temporary setup is enough in case you want to occasionally entertain guests. In this case, you don’t need to worry about the speaker getting damaged by the elements as much. After your party you can take the speaker back indoors where it will be safe from rain and extreme temperatures.
Wireless speakers are a good choice for temporary setups. Taking the speaker outside is a breeze. After your party is over you can just as easily take it back indoors. A speaker that runs off batteries doesn’t require a nearby power outlet. However, speakers that use batteries do not offer the same amount of wattage as speakers that use a wallwart or connect directly to mains power. In an outdoor environment, speaker wattage is much more crucial than for indoors since there is usually a lot of background noise.
If you are installing the speaker permanently then you’ll need to pay a lot more attention to protecting the speaker from moisture and extreme heat and cold. As such make sure that the speaker you buy is sufficiently reliable in an outdoor setting. Also, the mounting materials must be made of rust-proof steel. Ideally pick a location that is under a roof and out of direct sunlight. Picking the right spot is a good way to keep your speakers out of harms way. You can also design a custom enclosure for the speaker in case you don’t have a suitable spot.
