ambisonics

American

[am-bi-son-iks] / ˌæm bɪˈsɒn ɪks /

noun

(used with a singular verb) a system of sound reproduction that uses a combination of channels and speakers to produce an effect of surrounding the listener with the sound.

ambisonics British

/ ˌæmbɪˈsɒnɪks /

noun

(functioning as singular) the technique of reproducing and transmitting surround sound See surround sound

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Other Word Forms

ambisonic

adjective

Etymology

Origin of ambisonics

First recorded in 1970–75; ambi- + son(ic) + -ics

Example Sentences

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She uses ambisonics to compose and mix music in 3-D formats.

From New York Times • Apr. 28, 2022

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