Just moved in - how to tell quality of in-ceiling speakers?


     Just moved into a new house, and in the living room there are four in-ceiling speakers (they’re wired as stereo with two on each channel). Behind where the TV is supposed to go eight wires come out of the wall, four red and four black. Right now I don’t have any way to connect to speaker wire, I assume I would need an amp? My main question is that I don’t have any idea what brand or model of speakers these are, so I don’t want to spend a disproportionate amount on an amp. How would you recommend that I test the sound of these speakers before committing to any purchases?

Thanks!
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Thanks for the suggestion, that seems like the best option. It’s unlikely that they’re spectacular, but if they are it would be a shame to miss out!
Use a 9volt battery to make them “thump” if it’s a clean thump I’ll bet they work ok.
It’s unlikely that they’re spectacular,

My vote for understatement of the year. So far. 

A family member spent thousands to have surround speakers fitted in the walls only to have the electrician install junk.
Surround speakers are generally a waste in walls. Only you can control the $$ amount of waste.