What is Spatial Audio on Netflix?

26 Jun 07:14

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Main advantages of spatial audio on Netflix How to enable spatial audio on Netflix How spatial audio works Is spatial audio really necessary?

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Spatial Audio on Netflix is a technology that creates three-dimensional audio by emitting a surround sound effect. This technology allows you to experience sound as if it comes from different directions and distances, adding greater depth and realism to watching movies and series.

Main advantages of spatial audio on Netflix

Creates the feeling that you are inside the scene, with sounds moving around you.
Improves sound quality.
Supported on various devices such as TVs, computers, mobile devices, and headphones. Netflix uses its own spatial audio technology that works on most modern devices without the need for special equipment. This means that users do not have to purchase additional audio systems or headphones to experience immersion.

How to enable spatial audio on Netflix

Make sure your device supports spatial audio.
Select a movie or series that supports spatial audio (usually marked with a corresponding icon or description).
In the sound settings on Netflix, select spatial audio if necessary.
Your plan must include this technology (Premium for 9.99 EUR/month).

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Spatial audio on Netflix works by using sound processing algorithms that create the effect of three-dimensional audio. This is achieved by manipulating audio channels, allowing the sound to seem as if it is coming from different directions and distances.

How spatial audio works

Netflix uses its own sound processing algorithms that distribute audio in three-dimensional space. The technology uses multi-channel audio tracks to create a more realistic sound environment. Spatial audio adapts to the device you are using to watch content, ensuring optimal sound regardless of whether you are using a TV, computer, smartphone, or headphones.

Is spatial audio really necessary?

Spatial audio enhances the viewing experience, making it more immersive and realistic. This is particularly noticeable in movies and series with a lot of sound effects and action scenes. However, its presence is not mandatory for watching content, but it significantly enhances the viewing experience.

But there are always nuances. In the screenshot of the plans, you can notice that my current plan is "Standard." This is because my TV was playing Spatial Audio in such a way that the dialogues were not audible, and all the effects were just too loud. I was constantly watching series with the remote in hand, adjusting the volume level. I will write about this experience in a separate post.