surround sound
noun
: sound reproduction that often uses three or more transmission channels to enhance the illusion of a live hearing
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The $7 million renovation features state-of-the-art 8K digital projection, immersive surround sound, and all-new seating.
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Joe Burbank, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2026
Premium trims get a 10-speaker Lexus Premium Audio system, while Luxury trims upgrade to a 17-speaker Mark Levinson surround sound system.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Small but mighty, this two-pack of glowing tiki torches—which also moonlights as an ambient light source—delivers high-quality surround sound.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
The basement is finished and has surround sound, a large television and bar area.
—Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2026
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Joe Burbank, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2026
Premium trims get a 10-speaker Lexus Premium Audio system, while Luxury trims upgrade to a 17-speaker Mark Levinson surround sound system.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Small but mighty, this two-pack of glowing tiki torches—which also moonlights as an ambient light source—delivers high-quality surround sound.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
The basement is finished and has surround sound, a large television and bar area.
—Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2026
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“Surround sound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surround%20sound. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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