

However, this is a third-party app from Dolby that you must download from the Windows Store. The Windows Dev Center description explains that the Spatial Sound feature in the Creators Update also provides support for Dolby Atmos for Headphones. The description is aimed at developers, but it provides a nice explanation of the technology.

I found a detailed definition on the Windows Dev Center. SEE: 20 pro tips to make Windows 10 work the way you want (TechRepublic PDF) What is spatial sound?Īt its most basic description, spatial sound is essentially a form of virtual surround sound, and Windows Sonic For Headphones is Microsoft's latest incarnation of the technology. It even works to some extent with your digital music. The Windows Sonic Spatial Sound format is really awesome for games as well as movies. I plugged in my Creative Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless Gaming Headset, enabled the Windows Sonic For Headphones Spatial Sound format, cranked up the volume, and was blown away by the dramatic sound of the special effects and music embedded in the movies I was watching. I recently began exploring this new feature on my laptop while watching some great Sci-Fi movies on Netflix. However, it works great with a set of good quality headphones. The new Spatial Sound format in the Creators Update is primarily intended to augment the HRTF (head related transfer function) sound capabilities built into Microsoft HoloLens. Windows 11: Tips on installation, security and more (free PDF).Ten Windows 10 network commands everyone one should know.Why Windows 11's security is such a big deal.Windows 11 cheat sheet: Everything you need to know.
