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Ambisonic UHJ format

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Definition of Ambisonic UHJ format

Ambisonic UHJ format is a development of the Ambisonic surround sound system designed to be compatible with mono and stereo media. It is a hierarchy of systems in which the recorded soundfield will be reproduced with a degree of accuracy that varies according to the available channels. Although UHJ permits the use of up to four channels (carrying full-sphere with-height surround), only the 2-channel variant is in current use (as it is compatible with currently-available 2-channel media). In Ambisonics, UHJ is also known as "C-Format".

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What is Ambisonic UHJ format?

Ambisonic UHJ format is a development of the Ambisonic surround sound system designed to be compatible with mono and stereo media.

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