Audio Technology

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Sound engineer overseeing AI-generated immersive audio mixes in a futuristic studio, highlighting the impact of technology on filmmaking.

What Is Immersive Audio and How Does It Impact Filmmaking?

At a major film studio, sound engineers are now reviewing AI-generated sound effects and mixes that they didn't create, and sometimes cannot fully explain.

Victor Ren·May 7, 2026

A vintage movie theater auditorium showcasing the early Fantasound speaker system, highlighting the innovative immersive audio technology of the 1940s.

Behind the Scenes

What is Fantasound and how did it evolve cinematic sound?

For the premiere of Fantasia on November 13, 1940, Disney engineers deployed up to 54 individual speakers and eight separate audio tracks.

Victor Ren·April 12, 2026