What is 360 Reality Audio, and how do I play 360 Reality Audio music?

What is 360 Reality Audio?

360 Reality Audio creates an immersive music experience (as if you are at a live concert), thanks to its 360-degree surround sound capabilities.

What else do I need to enjoy 360 Reality Audio using a 360 Reality Audio-capable device?

To enjoy 360 Reality Audio, you need the following:

• A smartphone
• A 360 Reality Audio-compatible music streaming app

Notes:

• Please be aware that some of the music content offered in the 360 Reality Audio music streaming app is not compatible with 360 Reality Audio.
• For BRAVIA Theatre Quad (HT-A9M2)/BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9 (HT-A9000)/BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8 (HT-A8000): In addition to the audio device (soundbar, home theater system, or wireless speaker), you will need one item from each of the following lists:
  • One of the following:
    • Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd generation or later)
    • Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2nd generation or later)
    • Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd generation or later)
  • One of the following:
    • Amazon Music app that supports Amazon Fire TV
      Note: You will need an Amazon Music Unlimited service membership to play 360 Reality Audio using the Amazon Music app.
    • 360 Reality Audio Live app

What music streaming services are compatible with 360 Reality Audio?

To display the streaming services that support 360 Reality Audio content in your region, follow the steps below:

1. Open the Sony | Music Center app, and then select a 360 Reality Audio-capable device.
2. Select Settings.
3. Select About 360 Reality Audio.
4. Select Next.
   Note: The apps that provide 360 Reality Audio content will be displayed.

How do I play 360 Reality Audio music using a 360 Reality Audio-capable device?

• For HT-A9, HT-A7000, HT-A5000, HT-A5000M, HT-A3000, SRS-RA5000, and SRS-RA3000:
  To play music that supports 360 Reality Audio, follow the steps below:
  1. On your smartphone, install a streaming service app that provides 360 Reality Audio content.
  2. Connect the audio device to the same Wi-Fi network as the smartphone.
  3. Select 360 Reality Audio-compatible music, and then cast (play) it to the device.
     Note: You cannot play 360 Reality Audio music via Bluetooth.
• For other 360 Reality Audio-capable soundbar or home theater system, refer to the following article: How to enjoy 360 Reality Audio with the Amazon Music app or 360 Reality Audio Live app (on the Amazon Fire TV Cube or Amazon Fire Stick)

For more information, refer to the following website: 360 Reality Audio