A well-designed baseball field sound system delivers clear, balanced audio across both the field and the stands, enhancing the experience for your fans, players, and announcers alike. Whether you're setting up a local community field or a high school stadium, careful planning around speaker placement, mounting options, and system control is essential for achieving reliable, long-term performance. This guide explores three proven speaker configurations to help you build a durable, high-quality sound system tailored to your baseball facility’s layout and needs.

Press Box Mounting

One of the simplest ways to begin setting up your baseball sound system is with a two-speaker configuration. For fields that have a press box, this setup offers an efficient and centralized solution. By mounting two speakers on the press box, one aimed down the first baseline and the other down the third, you can effectively cover the infield and the main spectator areas.

For this setup, we recommend using the Pure Resonance Audio S10 or S12 outdoor stadium speakers. These two-way, full-range speakers are specifically designed for outdoor use, delivering clear, balanced audio for both speech and music. With a wide 90 x 90° coverage angle, they provide consistent sound distribution across your field. Built with a rugged IP66 rating, these speakers are fully weather-resistant and protected against dust and high-pressure water, making them a dependable option for any outdoor stadium.

If you're covering a larger field, adding a third speaker can make a noticeable difference. Mounting an additional speaker on a pole or fence in center field and aiming it toward the stands helps extend audio coverage to fans seated farther from the action. This expanded setup improves overall sound distribution across the field and bleachers, ensuring clear audio for everyone without having to raise the volume too high.

Pole Mounting

Pole-mounted speakers offer a practical and adaptable solution for baseball fields that lack a press box or permanent structure. This approach typically involves mounting speakers on existing light poles or utility posts, positioned 15 to 20 feet high to maximize sound coverage across the playing area.

Precise placement and angling are essential to the success of this setup. When properly aimed, the speakers help eliminate audio dead zones and ensure balanced coverage across the infield, dugouts, and spectator areas. This allows announcements, music, and commentary to be heard clearly throughout the venue without overwhelming players or nearby listeners.

To keep the installation clean and secure, burial-rated speaker wire may need to be run underground from the amplifier to each speaker. Although this type of wire is more costly, it not only protects the wiring from potential damage but also gives your system a neat, professional finish.

Backstop or Dugout Mounting

In smaller school settings or on compact fields without a press box, mounting speakers on the backstop or dugout provides a simple and cost-effective audio solution. This approach allows you to deliver clear, reliable sound without the need for additional structures.

The Pure Resonance Audio S6 or S6.1 6.5” 70-volt surface-mount speakers are an ideal choice for this configuration. These compact yet powerful speakers can be securely installed on backstop fencing or along the dugout roofline. With flexible vertical or horizontal mounting options, they help save space without sacrificing performance. When angled outward, they project sound effectively across the field and toward the stands, ensuring fans and players hear every announcement and music cue with clarity. 

Additional Components

While speaker placement is critical, a few additional components can greatly enhance the usability and versatility of your baseball stadium sound system.

One essential upgrade is a push-to-talk microphone system. The Pure Resonance Audio PTT1 desktop microphone offers a durable metal stand, a flexible gooseneck, and a convenient push-to-talk switch. This makes it easy for your coaches, announcers, and staff to deliver real-time updates, player introductions, and emergency messages with clarity and confidence.

For more flexible control, the Pure Resonance Audio BTR1 Bluetooth receiver is an excellent addition. It allows you to stream high-quality, crystal-clear audio wirelessly from any Bluetooth-enabled device, with a range of up to 100 feet. The BTR1 connects quickly, remembers up to eight devices, and automatically reconnects to the last one used. It also features advanced Bluetooth technology that reduces delay and provides full, dynamic sound. Its compact design and included mounting bracket help keep your press box or dugout organized and free of cable clutter.

Final Thoughts

Designing the right sound system for your baseball field depends on your layout, audience size, and specific needs. Whether you're equipping a small-scale field or a high-capacity stadium, the right combination of speaker placement, equipment, and accessories can make a big impact on the overall experience. 

If you have any questions or would like help designing a custom baseball sound system, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our sales engineers are here to help you in building a reliable, high-quality system that delivers clear sound and long-lasting performance!