These days, setting up a home entertainment system requires a lot more than just plugging in a television. Cable boxes, stereo consoles, audio speakers, DVD collections, DVD players, gaming consoles, DVR systems and video games are all common components of the modern home entertainment system setup. Storing all these multimedia accessories requires some type of compartmentalization furniture, and one of the most efficient and cheapest options out there is the audio wall mount. An audio wall mount works by screwing into your wall and allows you to stack your audio and video components on top of one another. It is a minimalistic approach and is a great option for anyone looking to save money or space in a bedroom, office, college dorm room or other setting.
One of the best makers of the audio wall mount is Sanus, and a great product of theirs is the Sanus VisionMount VMMAVb mounting component. This product is currently being sold for about $20, depending on which vendor you decide to use. It is a great option because it requires minimal dexterity for installation and is sturdy enough to hold up to 45 pounds on top of it, which should be more than enough for your audio and video components.
That is not to say Sanus is the only reliable manufacturer of the audio wall mount. Brands like Bello, Behringer, Peerless Industries, Middle Atlantic and Pyle also offer audio wall mounts that are worth checking out. One of the advantages of the audio wall mount is its low price, and whichever brand you decide to go with, you can expect to pay under $100. If your budget is above that, then you may want to consider getting a larger component storage system like an audio component rack.
If you are ready to find the right audio wall mount for your entertainment system, some of the best places to look are the major electronic stores or stores with a home electronics section. This list includes places like Best Buy, J & R Computer and Music World, Buy.com, Sears, The Home Depot, Target, and Circuit City.
Prior to purchasing an audio wall mount, there are some precautionary steps you should take to ensure that you will be able to set it up successfully. Since the audio wall mount relies on being drilled into a wall, it is imperative that you have a sturdy wall to use. If your walling is hollow drywall, you will need to find a stud to safely set the audio wall mount up. If you do not know how to locate a stud in your wall, then it is a good idea to purchase a stud finder, which can be found at any local hardware store. Stud finders can cost as low as $5 for a simple one, or as much as $200 for a high tech one. Stick to a simple stud finder unless you plan on using it again. If you have a LCD or plasma flat screen television installed and mounted on your wall already, then chances are it is mounted onto a stud in the wall, and that stud will most likely run down that whole section of the wall.