A surround sound system is one which creates the sense that music is being played all around one. As with any other system this will needed to be tested before release to the public so you would find a test for this at the manufacturers base.
One can find directions on how to set up a surround sound system by going to the Digital Trends website. The website has an article specifically about how to set up a surround sound system.
If you want to find a cheap Panasonic surround sound system, you can check websites like eBay and Amazon. You will find systems at amazing prices, and even sometimes with free shipping.
You will want to ask at the store where you will be buying the system, but a good resource can be found at http://reviews.cnet.com/surround-sound-buying-guide/
RCA is known for making the lowest-priced surround sound home theater systems. You can find a RCA home theater system with 5.1 surround sound for fewer than 90 dollars. Memorex, Philips, and Coby are also known to make affordable surround sound systems.
I have a 5.1 surround system and I find that if the bass is not on it's lowest setting it can cause unwanted vibrations that not only are annoying but affects the quality of sound.
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In Minneapolis, stores like Futureshop and Best Buy will sometimes have the Bose Surround Sound System. If not, then you can find local electronic stores and look there.
You can find cordless surround sound systems at www.bose.com they have a great selection of surround sounds. You also should check ebay.com or amazon.com to compare prices online.
You can find good deals for them at different stores. You will just need to look for who has what on sale. Try www.zvoxaudio.com
Yes, the Sony s360 supports surround sound systems. You can find this information at the Sony website or any review site. It is said to be high quality surround sound.
One can find more information about purchasing an AV receiver and surround sound set of speakers by visiting an electronics store and speaking to an employee there. These employees are usually very knowledgeable about topics such as this.
Consumer Reports has many reviews listed of home theater surround sound systems. Test Freaks has many reviews also, including comparisons and ratings which one may find suitable.