What advantages do wireless speakers have over conventional speakers?
With wireless speakers, the annoying cables between the players and the speakers are a thing of the past. Wireless connectivity also makes connecting portable devices extremely easy.
Perhaps the most obvious advantage of wireless speakers is that they can do without cumbersome acoustic cables. This means you can easily place several speakers in a large area without having to worry about tangled cables when you are on the go.
However, it usually doesn't work completely without cables: Since larger wireless speakers are usually active speakers, i.e. speakers with integrated amplifiers, power cables are required for their operation. Only smaller, battery-powered, wireless Bluetooth speakers can operate completely wirelessly and are therefore ideal for mobile use.
What do I need to consider if I want to use external wireless speakers?
If you want to use wireless speakers for a garden party or a barbecue in a park, this is usually very easy to do, but there are a few things to consider. First, keep in mind that wireless Wi-Fi speakers and AirPlay speakers usually require a power connection nearby in addition to Wi-Fi to power the integrated amplifier. On the other hand, it is important that the wireless devices are positioned so that they are not damaged by rain or splashing water.
For these reasons, it is recommended to use portable wireless Bluetooth speakers for outdoor use. Thanks to Bluetooth technology and often a built-in battery, they are independent of power supplies and Wi-Fi networks. In addition, many models are specially designed for mobile use and are splash-proof.
Can I convert normal passive speakers into wireless speakers?
Yes, it is possible. Adapters are available on the market that help convert passive speakers into radio speakers. These kits are based on wireless modules that must be connected to passive speakers. They then receive radio signals either from a transmitter connected to a stereo or TV system, or directly from mobile devices such as smartphones or tablets.
Some manufacturers use separate modules with independent wireless transmitters that receive signals from your stereo system and transmit them to the corresponding receiver modules via passive speakers, independent of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. However, there are also adapters that consist only of receiver modules with integrated amplifiers. They connect to passive speakers and receive music directly from your smartphone or PC, for example via Bluetooth.
However, keep in mind that, as with all wireless speakers, the acoustic cables are cut, but the wireless receivers of the passive speakers now need to be powered!
