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Apple tv/ Sonos

  • March 24, 2026
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Hi everyone. Just a quick question. I watch streaming channels Netflix, Disney, etc through a 4k Apple tv connected to my Sonos system, arc, 2 era 300's, sub mini. When I am not listening to Dolby Atmos it normally shows on the sonos app as pcm multichannel 5.1, I have found setting  it to Dolby digital 5.1 on the Apple box sounds louder & clearer but they recommend the other. Would be very interested in your thoughts & help. Many thanks.

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Mr. T
  • March 24, 2026

With tvOS 26.4, you will likely find the audio sounds better when enabling Continuous Audio Connection for the HDMI Output in the Apple TV’s settings. This way you don’t have to manually switch between Atmos and 5.1 depending on what content you are watching.


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  • March 24, 2026

Hi Mr T. Many thanks for your response. I agree but just find it  strange that it is louder & clearer Dolby digital 5.1. No big deal at all just wondered if anyone else had the same? Thanks again


Mr. T
  • March 24, 2026

Hi Mr T. Many thanks for your response. I agree but just find it  strange that it is louder & clearer Dolby digital 5.1. No big deal at all just wondered if anyone else had the same? Thanks again

Yes, it has been reported by many for years. That is one of the reasons why Apple have introduced this option.


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  • March 24, 2026

Thanks Mr T 👍