You don’t need special surround sound speakers to use this new ‘Ambeo’ method. Netflix uses Sennheiser technology to adjust the sound to make it sound like it’s coming from all over the room around you.
Netflix subscribers who normally use stereo sound will automatically hear the new Ambeo audio in a number of series. It is in any case about the fourth season of Stranger Things, The Witcher, and Red Notice.
Ambeo combines the existing audio with surround sound and Dolby Atmos sound to create what Netflix calls a “more immersive” experience. The original creators of the series just keep their control over the sound, according to Sennheiser.
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Spatial audio on the rise
Spatial audio has become increasingly popular in recent years. Many headphones and earphones such as AirPods offer support for such 3D sound experiences. Without earphones, you often need special speakers to get this audio experience.
In any case, the question remains to what extent ordinary stereo speakers can produce spatial audio that actually adds something to a film or series. For Netflix subscribers curious about the answer, the option is available to try starting today.
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