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Best Earbuds with Spatial Audio

Spatial audio simulates sound coming from multiple directions rather than just left and right, most noticeable with supported movies and specially mixed tracks.

Content-dependent by design

Spatial audio only has an effect on content mixed to take advantage of it — it does not change ordinary stereo tracks.

Head tracking varies

Some implementations adjust the sound field as you turn your head; others apply a fixed spatial effect.

Pair it with the right app

The streaming service and app you use both need to support spatial playback for the effect to apply.