Delve into the fascinating realm of Atmos sound bars and uncover the secrets behind the handling of 2.0 or 5.1 content.
Summary
- How do Atmos sound bars process 2.0 or 5.1 content?
- Is there matrixing or processing involved, or are the channels simply silent?
- Users showcase varied experiences with different sound modes and upmixing technologies.
Exploring Sound Modes
Users like One_Shark_5139 mention that certain sound modes on soundbars, such as Adaptive and Surround, will upmix 2.0 content to utilize all available channels. This ensures a more immersive audio experience, making the extra channels worthwhile even for 5.1 content.
Dedicated Rear Speakers
Tiv_Smiles raises an interesting point about the limitations of soundbars without dedicated rear speakers for true 5.1 channel audio reproduction. While soundbars can provide a simulated surround sound experience, dedicated rear speakers are often needed to fully appreciate the intricacies of 5.1 content.