Atmos - Dolby
A standard setup is described by three numbers: ear-level speakers, subwoofers, and ceiling/up-firing speakers (e.g., 7.1.4 means seven surround speakers, one sub, and four height speakers).
Key to Atmos, these speakers are either mounted in the ceiling or are up-firing, bouncing sound off the ceiling to create the overhead effect. Dolby Atmos
While dedicated speakers are best, many soundbars use up-firing drivers to simulate height. Dolby Atmos in Music A standard setup is described by three numbers: