5.1 surround
Home theater setup
5.1 surround is an audio configuration using six channels: five speakers (front left, center, front right, rear left, rear right) plus a subwoofer for bass.
The ".1" refers to the subwoofer, which handles low-frequency effects.
Standard for home theater systems and DVDs since the 1990s: The movie sounds incredible in 5.1 surround.
Also called 5.1 surround sound.
- speakersAudio output devices
- bassDeep pitch or fish
- subwooferLow-frequency speaker unit
- bass dropSudden heavy low-frequency impact
- home theaterDomestic entertainment system
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audio channel configuration
5.1 surroundmono
Single, as prefix
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