If you spend a lot of your time watching films and TV shows, maybe you need to start investing in a home theater. It's fairly easy to set up and you can count on your fingers what you'll need. Here are some of them.
1. Television
Obviously, you'll need a TV. It will be the main thing in your home theater so you shouldn't skimp on it to get the best output. The Sony X900H 65-inch TV is a good choice. Not only is it enormous, but the TV also has cinema settings for the best picture quality.
It has a built-in Android TV and 4K video quality. It also supports game consoles in case you want to play games instead. You'll also get high-quality sounds which will make you appreciate every aspect of what you're watching more.
2. Sound Bar
If you're not satisfied with the sound output of the TV alone, you can also purchase a sound bar. As suggested by Interesting Engineering, the Sony HT-G700 has a subwoofer that gives you a powerful bass sound, which is perfect for scenes with a lot of action in them.
It is EARC-enabled so you can make the most out of streaming services that have Dolby Atmos audio. You can connect it to your TV using an HDMI cable or Bluetooth if you prefer to go wireless.
3. Theater Seating
No, not the ones bolted to the floor. Just the ones that are comfortable enough for you to sit on for hours at a time. They're quite expensive, but if you're willing to really go all out, you can check out the Valencia Tuscany Home Theater Seating. You can see in the photo above why it can be tempting to add to your home theater.
4. Acoustic Panels
If you're alone in your place, maybe it's okay to go full blast with the sound volume. Otherwise, get yourself some acoustic panels to keep the noise in. It will also absorb sounds to reduce reverberation and echo, as well as keep outside noises from disturbing your binge-watching.
5. Universal Remote
A universal remote will let you avoid the clutter of having too many remotes. It's also more convenient to control everything with just one device. With the Logitech Harmony Companion, you can actually control six devices at once. It even works with Alexa so you won't need to hold the remote.
6. LED Lighting
One of the things that makes a theater distinctive is the LED lighting. To make your home theater look more like an actual one, you can install LED lights. Philips Hue Gradient LightStrip can fit the back of your TV easily with the mounting brackets. You can sync it with your TV so the lighting will match the mood.
7. Popcorn Machine
There's a reason why popcorn is the first food we think of when people say "movies." It's the best snack to pair with the experience. Since we're getting creative, why not get a popcorn machine that looks like the ones in carnivals? The Nostalgia Popcorn Maker will give you just that.
8. Mini Fridge
Do you know what sounds good with a good film and some popcorn? Cold drinks. Sure, you can buy a cooler and fill it with ice, but that would be too much of a hassle, to be honest. You can just buy a mini refrigerator like Frigidaire. You won't have to worry about wasting space since it's you know, mini.
9. Bass Shaker
You won't really need this, but if you want an immersive watching experience, then you can buy yourself a bass shaker. You can place it on the floor and it will deliver vibrations as they happen on screen, as suggested by Make Use Of. You'll benefit most from it if you're watching movies with tons of explosions.
10. Projector
If the TV is just not big enough for you, you can also purchase a projector. The Epson Epiqvision comes with a built-in Android TV so you won't have to connect it to a device to access streaming services. The design also makes it easy for you to position anywhere you like.
