surround sound
noun
: sound reproduction that often uses three or more transmission channels to enhance the illusion of a live hearing
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Rounding it all out are surround sound, Lutron lighting, and water-filtration systems, plus an elevator that travels to each floor.
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 14 July 2025
How will the movies sound? Regal Bistro at The Falls will upgrade its presentation to beam movies via Barco laser projection through Dolby 7.1 surround sound systems.
—Howard Cohen
july 11, Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
The rear surrounds add crisp and full performance, blending well with the rest of the system for a seamless swirl of 5.1 surround sound.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 9 July 2025
The lower level has a wine cellar, a theater with surround sound, a catering kitchen and a wellness area containing a sauna, a steam room, an exercise area and a massage room.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 14 July 2025
How will the movies sound? Regal Bistro at The Falls will upgrade its presentation to beam movies via Barco laser projection through Dolby 7.1 surround sound systems.
—Howard Cohen
july 11, Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
The rear surrounds add crisp and full performance, blending well with the rest of the system for a seamless swirl of 5.1 surround sound.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 9 July 2025
The lower level has a wine cellar, a theater with surround sound, a catering kitchen and a wellness area containing a sauna, a steam room, an exercise area and a massage room.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025
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“Surround sound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surround%20sound. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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