In collaboration with Sennheiser, Netflix announces spatial audio to enhance the experience of shows like Stranger Things and The Witcher

How to Enable Netflix Spatial Audio to Immerse Into ‘Stranger Things’, ‘The Witcher’, and More

Can you imagine Vecna from Stranger Things be nearly as fearsome without the
background music enveloping you? The cinematic experience of content consumption
highly depends on the sound quality. Irrespective of whether you watch it on TV,
in a home theater, or even on your phone. If the audio is not quite right, it
can put a damper on the entire viewing experience. The solution? Netflix Spatial
Audio!



Netflix just announced that select original programming like Stranger Things,
The Witcher, Red Notice [http://netflixjunkie.com/tag/red-notice], and a few
more would come with the new and improved spatial surround sound. The streaming
platform has collaborated with Sennheiser to deliver more immersive and vibrant
audio, especially for headphone users. So strap on a pair, and let’s see how
this plays out!

ALSO READ: Even After Hits Like Stranger Things and Ozark, Netflix Finds Itself
in a Trance Much Deeper Trance
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-even-after-hits-like-stranger-things-and-ozark-netflix-finds-itself-in-a-trance-much-deeper-trance/]


HOW DOES NETFLIX SPATIAL AUDIO WORK?

The new technology that Sennheiser
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developed for Netflix is called AMBEO Spatial Audio. Owing to the sound
company’s innovation and R&D, the AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio delivers a more
immersive sound than any standard two-channel system. Select Netflix TV shows
and movies, including The Witcher [https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-witcher/],
will now use AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio instead of stereo.

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All you have to do is type ‘spatial audio
[https://about.netflix.com/en/news/netflix-spatial-audio]‘ in the Netflix search
box, and you can take the new audio channel for a spin. Creators today produce
almost all content in immersive formats like Dolby Atmos® or MPEG-H Audio.
Sadly, the end-user ends up using the stereo output, and it’s all in vain. The
best part about the AMBEO technology is that it doesn’t require any end-user
upgrade. Keep using the same speakers or headphones and still enjoy your
theatre-quality enhanced audio.

ALSO READ: 7 Netflix Original Shows That Can Very Well Be Called the Classics of
Netflix
[https://netflixjunkie.com/7-netflix-original-shows-that-can-very-well-be-called-the-classics-of-netflix/]


AMBEO TECHNOLOGY AND TESTIMONIALS

For the tech junkies out there, here are some technical specifications about
AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial audio. It is not a new mixer, but it is created from
industry-standard formats like ADM (Audio Definition Model) or IAB (Immersive
Audio Bitstream). Hence, it can easily be used as a drop-in replacement for the
inferior stereo sound.

Even though it is not a separate mix, the mixers have control over
spatialization and can enhance the ambience and sound effects without disturbing
the dialogues. The re-recording mixers have the entire spectrum, from standard
stereo to full AMBEO effect.


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This new technology has impressed several sound designers and technicians
working on popular shows and films. For instance, this is what Mark Paterson,
re-recording mixer of Stranger Things
[https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/stranger-things/] 4, had to say about Netflix
Spatial Audio.

“It’s been a perfect format on Stranger Things. In the Atmos mix, Vecna’s voice
wraps around you, which is an important part of making it larger than life. The
fact that AMBEO is able to help recreate that in stereo is very impressive to
me.”

In the same vein, Scott Kramer, the Manager for sound technology at Netflix
[http://netflixjunkie.com/category/news], also praised AMBEO. “We feel AMBEO
Spatial Audio offers a meaningful improvement for Netflix members.” Regarding
the quality, he also adds, “Crucially, this process preserves the original sound
mix and respects creative intent with a remarkably clean sound.”

ALSO READ: Duffer Brothers Turned Stranger Things ‘Upside Down’ Real By
Registering A Production Company With An ‘Ozark’ Connection
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-duffer-brothers-turned-stranger-things-upside-down-real-by-registering-a-production-company-with-an-ozark-connection/]

While people with an already impressive sound set-up at their disposal may not
find the appeal of this spatial audio by Netflix, the on-the-go audience will be
excited for sure. Why don’t you guys give the AMBEO a try and share your
experience with us?

Natasha Vijan

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An avid cinephile, Natasha especially enjoys quirky dark comedies and gangster films. She can talk about films by Quentin Tarantino and Guy Ritchie for days and even aspires to make her own film someday. When not at work, she can be found at at outdoor music concert or a stand-up gig. Additionally, she’s a feminist, LGBTQIA ally and a strong mental health advocate.

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Can you imagine Vecna from Stranger Things be nearly as fearsome without the background music enveloping you? The cinematic experience of content consumption highly depends on the sound quality. Irrespective of whether you watch it on TV, in a home theater, or even on your phone. If the audio is not quite right, it can put a damper on the entire viewing experience. The solution? Netflix Spatial Audio!
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Netflix just announced that select original programming like Stranger Things, The Witcher, <a href="http://netflixjunkie.com/tag/red-notice">Red Notice</a>, and a few more would come with the new and improved spatial surround sound. The streaming platform has collaborated with Sennheiser to deliver more immersive and vibrant audio, especially for headphone users. So strap on a pair, and let&#8217;s see how this plays out!
ALSO READ: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-even-after-hits-like-stranger-things-and-ozark-netflix-finds-itself-in-a-trance-much-deeper-trance/">Even After Hits Like Stranger Things and Ozark, Netflix Finds Itself in a Trance Much Deeper Trance</a>
<h2>How does Netflix Spatial Audio work?</h2>
The new technology that <a href="https://en-us.sennheiser.com/ambeo-spatial-audio?utm_source=linkshare&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=generic&amp;utm_term=2116208&amp;ranMID=42592&amp;ranEAID=TnL5HPStwNw&amp;ranSiteID=TnL5HPStwNw-MofkP7jcRXgZSj86nC95Fg&amp;LSNSUBSITE=Omitted_TnL5HPStwNw&amp;utm_campaign=TnL5HPStwNw&amp;utm_source=Linkshare&amp;utm_medium=CPA">Sennheiser</a> developed for Netflix is called AMBEO Spatial Audio. Owing to the sound company&#8217;s innovation and R&amp;D, the AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio delivers a more immersive sound than any standard two-channel system. Select Netflix TV shows and movies, including <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-witcher/">The Witcher</a>, will now use AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio instead of stereo.
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All you have to do is type &#8216;<a href="https://about.netflix.com/en/news/netflix-spatial-audio" target="_blank" rel="noopener">spatial audio</a>&#8216; in the Netflix search box, and you can take the new audio channel for a spin. Creators today produce almost all content in immersive formats like Dolby Atmos® or MPEG-H Audio. Sadly, the end-user ends up using the stereo output, and it&#8217;s all in vain. The best part about the AMBEO technology is that it doesn&#8217;t require any end-user upgrade. Keep using the same speakers or headphones and still enjoy your theatre-quality enhanced audio.
ALSO READ: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/7-netflix-original-shows-that-can-very-well-be-called-the-classics-of-netflix/">7 Netflix Original Shows That Can Very Well Be Called the Classics of Netflix</a>
<h2>AMBEO technology and testimonials</h2>
For the tech junkies out there, here are some technical specifications about AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial audio. It is not a new mixer, but it is created from industry-standard formats like ADM (Audio Definition Model) or IAB (Immersive Audio Bitstream). Hence, it can easily be used as a drop-in replacement for the inferior stereo sound.
Even though it is not a separate mix, the mixers have control over spatialization and can enhance the ambience and sound effects without disturbing the dialogues. The re-recording mixers have the entire spectrum, from standard stereo to full AMBEO effect.
<h2><img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-38339 lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/spatial-audio-netflix.jpg" alt="" width="1600" height="900" data-sizes="auto" data-srcset="https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/spatial-audio-netflix.jpg 1600w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/spatial-audio-netflix-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/spatial-audio-netflix-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/spatial-audio-netflix-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/spatial-audio-netflix-1536x864.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px" /></h2>
This new technology has impressed several sound designers and technicians working on popular shows and films. For instance, this is what Mark Paterson, re-recording mixer of <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/stranger-things/">Stranger Things</a> 4, had to say about Netflix Spatial Audio.
&#8220;It&#8217;s been a perfect format on Stranger Things. In the Atmos mix, Vecna&#8217;s voice wraps around you, which is an important part of making it larger than life. The fact that AMBEO is able to help recreate that in stereo is very impressive to me.&#8221;
In the same vein, Scott Kramer, the Manager for sound technology at <a href="http://netflixjunkie.com/category/news">Netflix</a>, also praised AMBEO. &#8220;We feel AMBEO Spatial Audio offers a meaningful improvement for Netflix members.&#8221; Regarding the quality, he also adds, &#8220;Crucially, this process preserves the original sound mix and respects creative intent with a remarkably clean sound.&#8221;
ALSO READ: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-duffer-brothers-turned-stranger-things-upside-down-real-by-registering-a-production-company-with-an-ozark-connection/">Duffer Brothers Turned Stranger Things ‘Upside Down’ Real By Registering A Production Company With An ‘Ozark’ Connection</a>
While people with an already impressive sound set-up at their disposal may not find the appeal of this spatial audio by Netflix, the on-the-go audience will be excited for sure. Why don&#8217;t you guys give the AMBEO a try and share your experience with us?

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Natasha is a writer at Netflix Junkie. Despite completing her Masters in Architecture from Hochschule Anhalt in Germany, she decided to follow her passion for storytelling. Apart from working as an architect in the past, Natasha currently also ghostwrites for various travel and lifestyle blogs like italyfoodies.com, mypureplants.com and more. Moreover, she has also been involved as a screenplay analyst with Outstanding Screenplays London. An avid cinephile, Natasha especially enjoys quirky dark comedies and gangster films. She can talk about films by Quentin Tarantino and Guy Ritchie for days and even aspires to make her own film someday. When not at work, she can be found at at outdoor music concert or a stand-up gig. Additionally, she’s a feminist, LGBTQIA ally and a strong mental health advocate.

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