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Source-Connect 4 Becomes First metadata-connected Dolby® Atmos remote review & approval tool
Today, Source Elements announced that Source-Connect 4 has become the industry's first remote collaboration solution to achieve Dolby Atmos certification with metadata connection to the Dolby Atmos Renderer. With 128 audio streaming channels supporting any combination of beds and objects—plus full metadata integration—the update connects immersive environments like never before. Mixers, directors, and stakeholders can now attend Dolby Atmos playback and mixing sessions from their preferred locat
About this update from Dolby Laboratories
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