Dolby Atmos

Home of Dolby Atmos Mixing for Nollywood Films.

Experience cinema sound the way it was meant to be heard.

Our Dolby Atmos studio creates immersive sound that surrounds the audience and elevates the storytelling experience.

WHAT IS DOLBY ATMOS?

Dolby Atmos is an advanced surround sound technology used in modern cinemas and premium streaming platforms. Unlike traditional stereo, Dolby Atmos allows sound to move freely around the audience, creating a deeper and more immersive experience.

At Harmony The Studio, we mix films in Dolby Atmos to deliver cinema-quality sound.

WHY DOLBY ATMOS MATTERS FOR FILM

  • More immersive cinema experience
  • Better sound placement and movement
  • Clearer dialogue and sound effects
  • International standard for modern film sound

OUR DOLBY ATMOS STUDIO

Harmony The Studio is equipped with a purpose-built Dolby Atmos® mixing environment designed to deliver immersive, globally competitive surround sound for film, television, and streaming platforms.

Our Dolby Atmos® workflow enables expansive soundscapes, precise dialogue clarity, and emotional depth — ensuring stories translate powerfully across cinema screens and home viewing environments.

NEAR-FIELD AUDIO MIXING STANDARDS

General Audio Specifications

  • Average loudness set at −27 LKFS ±2 LU (dialogue-gated)
  • True peak does not exceed −2 dBTP
  • Audio mixed to source formats including IMF, QuickTime, and Dolby Atmos® BWAV ADM
  • Interleaved secondary audio WAV deliveries

Sample Rate & Bit Depth

  • 48 kHz / 24-bit for Original Language Mix or M&E Mix (stems and mix masters)
  • 48 kHz / 16-bit or 24-bit for Secondary Language or Audio Description

All audio is recorded and delivered in perfect sync with picture, matching the native project frame rate and picture post-production specifications.

2.1 Near-Field Dolby Atmos® Mix

Original Language Version

Our Dolby Atmos® Original Language Home Mix meets the following requirements:

  • Mixed in a 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos® room
  • Delivered via IMF (IAB) format
  • Supports 23.976, 24, 25, and 30 fps
  • Near-field monitoring at 79 dB or 82 dB SPL
  • Conforms to Netflix loudness specifications (−27 LKFS ±2 LU, ITU-R BS.1770-1 dialog-gated)
  • All beds and objects remain fully audible
  • Print master delivered as a composite of all bed materials

2.2 Near-Field 5.1 Surround Mix

Original Language Version

  • Reference mixing level set at 79 dB SPL or 82 dB SPL
  • Dialogue loudness at −27 LKFS ±2 LU, measured using ITU-R BS.1770-1
  • Maximum true peak does not exceed +18 dBu (−2 dBFS)
  • Delivered with 5.1 Dialogue, Music, and Effects stems, summing accurately to the final mix

2.3 Near-Field 2.0 Stereo Mix

Original Language Version

  • Reference mixing level set at 79 dB SPL or 82 dB SPL
  • Maximum true peak does not exceed +18 dBu (−2 dBFS)

FINAL MIX, MASTERING & DELIVERABLES

Every project is finished with precision and prepared for cinema, streaming, and international distribution.

Picture & Master Files

  • Master File: ProRes 4444 XQ (4K, 4096 × 2160)
  • Master File: ProRes 4444 HQ (4K, 4096 × 2160)
  • Textless Master: ProRes 4444 HQ (4K, 4096 × 2160)
  • Digital Cinema Package (DCP)

Sound Deliverables

  • Final print masters
  • Individual stems (Dialogue, Music, Effects)
  • Down-mixed versions of Dolby Atmos® files for platform compatibility

All deliverables meet international QC, loudness, sync, and format standards, ensuring smooth acceptance across cinema and streaming platforms.

Dolby Atmos® 7.1.4 & 5.1.4 workflows

  • Streaming-ready mixes compliant with Netflix and international platform standards
  • Near-field cinematic monitoring for both home and theatrical delivery
  • Precision surround sound design that elevates storytelling

Our studio has contributed to the sound of several major Nollywood productions.

If you’re preparing a feature film, series, or documentary, our Dolby Atmos studio is ready to help you achieve cinematic sound.

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