Dolby does not certify or approve Dolby Atmos music studios; however, we provide the Dolby Atmos Music Studio Directory to assist potential clients with finding a suitable studio in their area. The studios in this directory have self-submitted these details and provided documentation to indicate they meet our recommendations and guidelines. 

The guidelines for inclusion are as follows:

• Minimum 7.1.4 speaker configuration
• Speaker system can achieve +20dB of headroom in the Dolby Atmos Room Design Tool (DARDT) at a minimum 79dB monitoring level [note: 82-85dB recommended]
• Speaker layout dimensions are equal to or greater than minimum recommendation of 3.5 m long (approx. 11.5 ft) x 3 m wide (approx. 10 ft) x 2.4 m high (approx. 8 ft)
• Speaker positions and angles are within the recommended tolerances
• Room has been calibrated

To confirm that the system meets the above guidelines, they should provide the following documentation via the Music Studio Form:

1. Completed Dolby Atmos Room Design Tool (DARDT) file
2. Photos of the installed system from multiple angles
3. Audio Interface and/or monitor controller model(s)
4. Details about room calibration (who calibrated, software/method used)

Please note that this is not a comprehensive list of considerations for Dolby Atmos music rooms. We recommend reviewing the following resources to aid in the room design process, or contacting a Dolby Atmos Certified Service Partner for assistance. 

How to Design a Dolby Atmos Mix Room Guide

Best Practices for Dolby Atmos Music Rooms

DARDT HE+Music Video Quick Start

Dolby Atmos Mix Room Design and DARDT Training

Please note, we do not have an equivalent process for non-theatrical post-production (i.e. episodic and related content). For details on the Theatrical Atmos mix room certification process, see our Content Services webpage.