surround sound systems
why does car surround sound systems sound better then home systems? cars have better bass and their more-?
"tight" sounding. The soundstage to me is more controlled in a car.Why can't home system sound like that? That's the reason I want to use a stereo system in my home instead of a surround sound system.
Build a room that's shaped like a car, and it will. 
It's all about acoustics. The speakers in a home stereo are alot further away, therefore the soundwaves reflect off many different surfaces before they get to your ears.
A good dedicatedhome theater can sound very tight, provided the walls are treated properly, parallel surfaces are minimized, reflections are controlled, etc.
Cars are so small in comparison it's almost like wearing headphones - not nearly as many reflections between the speakers and your ears.
No, a car stereo system in your home is a bad idea - you'll have lower quality equipment, higher levels of distortion, and have the same acoustic problems a surround sound system has. Stick with components and speakers designed for a home environment. The better quality speakers you buy, the tighter and more focused the sound will be.
I think your main issue is that you've never heard a really good home surround sound installation. Once you do, you'll change your mind about what sounds best.
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