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Ambisonic Surround Sound FAQ

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Frequently Asked Questions by domestic listeners about Ambisonic Surround Sound. Includes theory, practice, details of current decoder manufacturers and a discography of UHJ encoded LPs and CDs.

This FAQ about Ambisonic Surround Sound FAQ was compiled and written by Martin Leese with numerous contributions by others.

-1. Where can I get this FAQ?
-2. Corrections to the FAQ
-3. What is surround sound?
-4. What is Ambisonic Surround Sound?
-5. What are W, X, Y and Z?
-6. What were Matrix H and HJ?
-7. What is UHJ?
-8. What are BHJ, SHJ, THJ and PHJ?
-9. Are UHJ encoded CDs available?
-10. What happens with stereo sources (conventional LPs, CDs, etc)?
-11. How does Ambisonics differ from quadraphonics?
-12. What is the pair-wise mixing style?
-13. Can Ambisonics reproduce Dolby MP?
-14. Can Ambisonics reproduce Dolby Surround AC-3?
-15. Can Ambisonics reproduce DTS Digital Surround?
-16. Can Ambisonics make use of DVD?
-17. Have Ambisonic decoders been manufactured commercially?
-18. Are Ambisonic decoders being manufactured commercially?
-19. If Ambisonics is so wonderful, why is it not a commercial success?
-20. How many speakers does Ambisonics use?
-21. From where can I obtain more information?
-22. What about recording and studio processing?
-23. References






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