Do all the speakers in a Dolby Atmos system need to be the same brand or model?  

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Do all the speakers in a Dolby Atmos system need to be the same brand or model?  
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Any variety of speakers can be used to create a Dolby Atmos system; however, we recommend selecting models from the same manufacturer and product line to maintain timbral consistency. 

Smaller, non-full-range speakers may be used for ear-level surround and/or overhead speakers when supplemented with bass management. For more information about bass management, see ‘What is Bass Management and do I need it in my studio?’ 

For more details about speaker selection and placement, see our Technical Guidelines and/or download the Dolby Atmos Room Design Tool HE+Music. 

Room Design Guidelines




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