Outdoor Audio Systems
Custom audio systems designed and built for Lexington & Central Kentucky homes, by one local team.
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Imagine stepping into your backyard and hearing crystal-clear music flowing seamlessly through your landscape—without the hassle of moving a Bluetooth speaker around. With a professionally installed outdoor audio system from H2O Designs, you can enjoy high-quality sound tailored perfectly to your space. Whether you're relaxing by the firepit, hosting a lively poolside party, or watching the big game in your outdoor pavilion, our expertly designed systems bring seamless sound to every corner of your outdoor living area.
Everything You Should Know About Outdoor Audio
The details we walk through with homeowners at every consultation, so you can make the right choice for your yard.
01Premium Sound Solutions: VSSL & Tru Audio
At H2O Designs, we believe in quality without compromise. That’s why we install VSSL Amplifiers and Tru Audio Speaker Systems, two of the most trusted brands in outdoor sound.
The VSSL A.1X Amplifier allows you to stream music effortlessly from any device using AirPlay, Chromecast, or Spotify Connect—without extra apps or equipment. Key features include:
One-touch control from your smartphone or tablet
High-fidelity sound with built-in Wi-Fi streaming
Multi-zone audio compatibility for individual sound control in different areas
Seamless integration with Apple, Google, and Alexa devices
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Tru Audio delivers superior outdoor speakers that provide immersive, 360-degree sound while blending naturally into your landscape. Their burial subwoofers, rock speakers, and surface-mounted options create a theater-quality experience right in your backyard.
Key benefits of Tru Audio outdoor speakers:
Weatherproof and UV-resistant design
Wide dispersion for even sound coverage
High-powered subwoofers for deep, rich bass
Sleek designs that complement any outdoor setting
02Transform Your Outdoor Space with H2O Designs
H2O Designs is Lexington and Central Kentucky’s premier outdoor audio installer, delivering custom sound solutions for patios, pools, pergolas, and more. Whether you're looking to create an immersive outdoor entertainment hub or simply enjoy peaceful background music, we have the expertise to design and install the perfect system for your home.
Planning Your Audio System: What We Look At
Here is what we plan before installing any outdoor tech.
What it should do
Safety, ambiance, music for parties or all three. Goals decide the layout.
Placement
Where fixtures or speakers go so they do their job without glare, noise for the neighbors or clutter.
Power & wiring
Transformers, amps and wire runs are planned so nothing is exposed.
Controls
Timers, phone apps and zones so you can run it all with a tap.
From first visit to finished audio system
- 1Consultation
We walk the property and talk about what you want to see, hear and control.
- 2System design
We plan fixture or speaker placement, wiring and controls.
- 3Expert install
Our crew installs it cleanly, with wiring hidden in the landscape.
- 4Enjoy it nightly
Control it from your phone and enjoy your yard after dark.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
Jeff converted my old pond to a pondless waterfall. It is gorgeous and I love the sound. The H2O crew was efficient and neat. If you want to add a water feature to your yard give Jeff a call.
Wide selection, friendly staff, well priced! Very happy with our new koi fish and recent service in Richmond to our pond! Will definitely be back! Thanks H2O Designs!
In middle of project with Jeff and his team. Greta design work and able to see out vision. They are dedicated to working all day to get project finished on time. Attention to detail is remarkable. Job site is cleaned up daily. So impressed with everything..great experience!
Caring for Your Audio System in Central Kentucky
Outdoor tech is low maintenance with a few checks.
- Fixtures & speakers
- Wipe off dirt and trim plants that grow over them.
- Settings
- Adjust timers as the seasons and daylight change.
- After storms
- Check for anything knocked out of place.
- Service
- We are a call away if anything stops working.
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From the H2O blog
Helpful articles & answers
Straight answers from our team about ponds, outdoor living and more.
Outdoor Audio Questions, Answered
Every tile is a real H2O Designs project. Tap one to read the answer.
Professional systems offer multi-zone control, strategic speaker placement for even, high-fidelity sound, and are built with durable, weather-resistant components that last for years.
We install VSSL Amplifiers for seamless smart home streaming and Tru Audio Speaker Systems, including rock speakers and burial subwoofers, for high-performance, immersive sound.
We use aesthetically appealing, landscape-integrated speakers like rock speakers and burial subwoofers that blend naturally into the Landscape Design & Landscaping and surrounding Outdoor Living Spaces.
It means different areas (or zones), like the pool and the outdoor kitchen, can play different audio sources simultaneously, all controlled independently from one system.
VSSL Amplifiers use built-in Wi-Fi streaming compatible with AirPlay, Chromecast, and Spotify Connect, allowing one-touch control from mobile apps or voice assistants like Alexa and Google.
Speakers are strategically positioned with wide dispersion to provide even sound coverage. This delivers high-fidelity sound everywhere without the need for excessively loud volume in any single spot.
Yes, the Tru Audio components are specifically designed to be weatherproof and UV-resistant, ensuring they withstand Central Kentucky's rain, heat, and cold for long-term premium sound quality.
Absolutely. We design the Outdoor Audio and Landscape Lighting systems to work together, creating synchronized soundscapes and lighting scenes for a complete, high-end ambiance in your Outdoor Living Spaces.
Why Choose a Professionally Installed Outdoor Audio System?
Many homeowners rely on portable Bluetooth speakers for outdoor entertainment, but these devices have limited range, inconsistent sound quality, and battery life restrictions. With a professionally designed and installed outdoor speaker system, you gain:
- Strategic Speaker Placement – Our team carefully positions speakers throughout your landscape, patio, and pool area, ensuring even, high-fidelity sound without overpowering any space. No more loud music in one corner and silence in another.
- Multi-Zone Sound Control ("Audio Rooms") – With advanced amplifier technology, different areas of your outdoor space can play different audio simultaneously. Watch the ballgame in the pavilion while others enjoy their favorite playlist by the pool or fire pit.
- Weather-Resistant & Durable Components – Unlike portable speakers that degrade quickly outdoors, we install high-performance, weatherproof speakers that withstand rain, heat, and cold—ensuring years of premium sound.
- Seamless Integration with Smart Home Systems – Our solutions work with voice assistants, mobile apps, and streaming services, allowing you to control your audio effortlessly.
- Aesthetic Appeal – We use landscape-integrated speakers that blend into your outdoor environment, keeping your backyard both beautiful and functional.
Ready to Elevate Your Outdoor Audio Experience?
- Call us today at 888-297-6637
- Serving Lexington, Nicholasville, Georgetown, Richmond, and all of Central KY
- Contact us for a consultation & on-site evaluation
Designed with the yard
We plan it with your patios, plantings and water features so it all works together.
Quality equipment
Professional-grade products built to handle Kentucky weather.
Clean installs
Wiring is buried and hidden so the yard looks finished.
One local team
Design, install and service from the same people.
Let's Plan Your Audio System Together
Sit down with our design team, at your home or at our store, to talk through ideas, materials and budget. No pressure, just a plan you can feel good about.
- We walk your space and listen first
- Material and layout ideas for your yard
- Clear next steps and financing options
Nicholasville, KYSee audio system ideas in person
Our store and design center has full-size outdoor living displays, plus the largest selection of pond and water garden supplies in Central Kentucky. Come touch the materials, get ideas and talk with our team.
Outdoor Audio Across Central Kentucky
From our home base in Nicholasville, we design and build audio systems for homeowners throughout Lexington and the surrounding Central Kentucky communities, including:
- Lexington
- Nicholasville
- Georgetown
- Versailles
- Richmond
- Danville
- Somerset
- Surrounding areas
Don't see your town? Give us a call at (859) 305-7049. If you're in Central Kentucky, there's a good chance we serve your area.