How to set up 3D audio on PS5 consoles

Find out how to enhance your PlayStation®5 console audio by making the sound three-dimensional.

3D audio gives you immersive surround sound that makes you feel like you're inside the game. With realistic audio, you can actually hear footsteps from the exact direction that an enemy is approaching. 

How to set up 3D audio for your TV speakers

Use your TV speakers and the built-in mic on your wireless controller to measure your room acoustics. Sit in the same position you would when you normally use your PS5 console.

  1. Go to Settings > Sound.
  2. Select 3D Audio (TV Speakers) and follow the on-screen instructions to adjust the optimal 3D audio setting based on the measurement results.
    After measurement is complete, you can listen to and compare both stereo audio and 3D audio to see which you prefer.
  • The next time you select Settings > Sound > 3D Audio (TV Speakers) and turn on Enable 3D Audio for TV Speakers, stereo audio switches to 3D audio. When you turn off this setting, 3D audio switches to stereo audio.
  • When the position of your TV or the environment changes, you need to measure your room acoustics again.

If you're having difficulty hearing the effects of 3D audio or you’d like to improve it, try the following:

  • Check that there's nothing blocking the TV speakers.
  • If Apply 3D Audio Measurement Results is turned off, sit in front and center of your TV.
  • Watch your TV at a distance suitable for its size. Check with your TV's manufacturer for the recommended distance.
  • Disable any sound quality adjustment functions for your TV, such as surround sound.
  • The volume may change depending on the 3D audio effect. In this case, adjust the volume of your TV.

How to set up 3D audio for headphones on PS5 consoles

Listen to sounds played at different positions and angles to create an audio profile tailored to your hearing. There are two ways to create a profile.

Create a personalized 3D audio profile
Measure how you hear 3D audio to create an optimized experience.

Select from 3D audio presets
Select from 5 preset settings for an easy way to enjoy 3D audio.

  1. Go to Settings > Sound. 
  2. Select 3D Audio (Headphones) > Create Personalized 3D Audio Profile and follow the on-screen instructions.
    Listen to sounds and answer questions about the position and direction of the sound to set up your personalized 3D audio profile.
  • Once your personalized 3D audio profile is created you can enable Apply Personalized 3D Audio Profile. When you turn off this setting, the preset 3D audio profile will be used for 3D audio.
  • The next time you select Settings > Sound > 3D Audio (Headphones) and turn on Enable 3D Audio for Headphones, stereo audio switches to 3D audio. When you turn off this setting, 3D audio switches to stereo audio.

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