Stereo is two channels, also called binaural. The most basic stereo is two channels, left channel and right channel.
Stereo sound is the most common situation when listening to music. Through the time difference, intensity difference, phase difference, and timbre difference between the sound contents of the two channels, the binaural effect can be used to restore the sound. Create a more realistic sound field. This sound field is located in front of the listener, with horizontal and vertical dimensions, as well as a sense of high and low space.
In addition to stereo, there are also more complex channel configurations such as surround sound and Dolby stereo. Surround sound usually consists of five channels: left, right, center, left surround, right surround, and a bass channel. Dolby Stereo is a more advanced audio processing technology that processes sound signals to make the sound sound more realistic and three-dimensional.
The difference between surround sound and Dolby stereo
Surround sound and Dolby stereo are both based on stereo technology, but they have some differences in implementation, sound quality and listening experience. Surround sound is an audio processing technology that uses multiple speakers to create a surround sound effect. It usually includes front, rear, left surround and right surround speakers, as well as a subwoofer. This technology creates a more realistic and immersive listening experience by delivering sound to the listener from different directions.
Compared with stereo sound, surround sound has a wider listening experience and can present more sound levels and details. Dolby Stereo is a more advanced audio processing technology that processes sound signals to make the sound sound more realistic and three-dimensional. Dolby Stereo uses a technology called "dynamic range compression" to intelligently compress and expand the dynamic range of different sounds, making the layers between different sounds more distinct and the listening experience more natural and real.