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Its no surprise then that Dolby Atmos has extended beyond movies into music and also podcasts and audiobooks.
As widespread as its become, Atmos music has never convinced me.
The mixing board for Dolby Atmos production at Dolby’s London HQ, including a screen that shows what speakers are in action
Something unsurprising whenI saw how much work went into its 34-speaker reference theater.
My experience started, of all things, with a Dolby Atmos audiobook clip of a character time-traveling.
It really felt like a movie.
The mixing board for Dolby Atmos production at Dolby’s London HQ, including a screen that shows what speakers are in action
I heard footsteps actually moving the length of the room as whispering, humming voices dotted all around.
Hit the music
Next came music.
The first track that was played wasBelieverby Imagine Dragons.
Apple Music is one streaming service that offers Dolby Atmos compatibility
Its a track with big production and a stadium-sized atmosphere and every element sounded balanced.
This was where my opinion of Dolby Atmos musicreallychanged.
Rocket Manin Atmos conveyed the atmosphere of space and expanded it on a grand scale.
Dolby Atmos is compatible in a wide range of scenarios - headphones, soundbars and more - but I feel it’s best enjoyed with a full system
Final thoughts
My time in Dolbys Atmos production room finally opened my mind to Dolby Atmos music.
Does this mean Im done with stereo?
No, not by a long shot.
But it does mean I want to listen to more Dolby Atmos music someone get me some Bowie.
When it comes to Atmos music, as the Monkees once sang, now Im a believer.
