The introductory level home theater is the art of tying together existing audio components and utilizing existing, or purchasing a new video system. The introductory level is good for spare bedrooms, a den or a family room. There are budget benefits to building an introductory home theater. For example, the room acoustics are not critical, since the theater will be an existing bedroom or den. By threading together existing electronic components, the budget will be modest.

A quality viewing experience can be achieved from an introductory home theater. Of course, the age of the existing equipment and the size or layout of the room can present some limitations.