Mode5point1
The Surround 5.1 speaker setup which contains six channels.
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Definition
- Type: Field
- Namespace: UnityEngine
- Assembly: UnityEngine.AudioModule
Mode5point1 = 5
Remarks
Channel count is set to 6. The Surround 5.1 speaker mode contains six channels:
- Front left
- Front right
- Front center
- Low-Frequency Effects (LFE subwoofer)
- Rear left
- Rear right
LFE is a specialized, band-limited audio channel (typically from 3 to 120 Hz) designed to deliver intense, deep bass - such as explosions or rumbles.
A subwoofer is a speaker that plays very low frequencies (bass), typically from 20 to 120 Hz.
If not supported, Unity uses what the OS/hardware supports (often Stereo). This speaker mode is common for high-end PC or console setups, TV, movies, theaters, home cinemas, and more.
Pros:
- 5.1 has LFE so low sounds and rumbles are captured.
- 5.1 has more discrete surround than speaker modes with fewer channels.
Cons:
- 5.1 isn't available on most mobile devices.
- You need to test the audio more.
- 5.1 uses more CPU resources than modes with fewer channels.
- This mode might not sound good if Unity needs to downmix it to stereo.