Key to Atmos, these speakers are either mounted in the ceiling or are up-firing, bouncing sound off the ceiling to create the overhead effect.
A standard setup is described by three numbers: ear-level speakers, subwoofers, and ceiling/up-firing speakers (e.g., 7.1.4 means seven surround speakers, one sub, and four height speakers).
Dolby Atmos is a revolutionary, object-based audio format that has transformed the soundscape of cinemas, home theaters, and music streaming, taking over from traditional channel-based surround sound. Instead of simply sending audio to a specific speaker (like "rear left"), Atmos treats sounds as independent "objects" that can be precisely placed and moved within a three-dimensional space. Dolby Atmos
Atmos includes a traditional "bed" (usually 7.1.2) and up to 118 independent audio "objects".
Modern TVs, soundbars, phones, cars, and headphones can deliver Atmos through spatial audio processing. Setting Up Dolby Atmos at Home Key to Atmos, these speakers are either mounted
Mixers can place sounds in exact 3D coordinates, allowing a sound to pan smoothly throughout the room rather than just jumping from speaker to speaker.
While dedicated speakers are best, many soundbars use up-firing drivers to simulate height. Dolby Atmos in Music Instead of simply sending audio to a specific
Atmos adds height channels, which means sound can come from above—such as rain, helicopters, or thunder—creating a hemispherical bubble of audio around the listener.