The biggest difference between Dolby Atmos and traditional surround sound is the use of channels. Audio over conventional surround sound is mostly referred to as 5.1 (five speakers, one subwoofer) or 7.1 (seven speakers, one subwoofer) channels.
Is upgrading to Atmos worth it?
Getting the best audio with Dolby Atmos It’s worth investing in if you plan on setting up a home theater or want to take your entertainment to the next level. Whether you’re watching movies, playing video games, listening to music or recording, upgrading to Dolby Atmos can elevate your audio experience.
Is Atmos better than surround sound?
Dolby Atmos adds overhead sound and improved calibration software, which makes the sound deeper and more precise than traditional Surround 7.1 systems.
Do I really need Dolby Atmos?
Dolby Atmos’ being able to create a near real-life listening experience from a movie, video game, or film recording makes it absolutely worth it. This object-based audio system takes surround sound to a whole new level by creating a ‘bubble’ in which sound comes from all angles.
What is difference between Atmos and regular speakers?
Dolby Atmos works to create a more enveloping sound effect in your home theatre. For example, instead of having raindrops sounds around the height of your ears with 5.1, with Atmos, you’ll hear the rain sound as if it’s falling from above. Also, Dolby Atmos introduces new speaker configurations like 5.1.
