Dolby Atmos Speakers

What is Dolby Atmos...

Dolby Atmos has been designed to enhance surround systems in even further by adding ceiling or downward firing speakers which create a 3D dimensional sound space. Traditional 5.1 and 7.1 systems which most people are now familiar with offer surround sound in 2D, where as Dolby Atmos offers 3D sound.

How Many speakers do I need...

Dolby Atmos requires either 2 or 4 ceiling speakers in order to give the full 3D sound effect. These ceiling speakers, also referred to as height speakers can easily be integrated into both 5.1 and 7.1 setups. Below are two examples.

Example One - 5.1 speaker layout with

two Dolby Atmos enabled speakers (5.1.2)

Example Two - 7.1 speaker layout with

four Dolby Atmos enabled speakers (7.1.4)

Example One - 5.1.4 setup, comprising off 5 x surround speakers, 1 x subwoofer and 2 x Atmos Ceiling speakers.

Example Two - 7.1.4 setup which comprises 5 x surround speakers, 1 x subwoofer and 2 x Atmos Ceiling speakers.

Please note that both 5.1 and 7.1 setups can use either 2 or 4 ceiling speakers for a Dolby Atmos setup. For compatible Dolby Atmos receiver, please click here.

Need more advice...

Please call our office on 01623 792200 for expert advice on ceiling speakers ideally suited to Dolby Atmos installations or alternatively request a callback using our contact form.