Panasonic Avionics offers 3D surround sound experience to IFE with Spatial Audio technology

Panasonic Avionics Corporation has partnered with HEAR360 Inc to bring Spatial Audio technology to airline passengers. The technology delivers a 3D theatrical surround sound experience thus making all in-flight entertainment content more immersive. Compatible with any wired or Bluetooth wireless headphones or earbuds, the Spatial Audio technology will be a standard feature with Panasonic Avionics’ new Astrova IFE solution, claims Panasonic. Andy Masson, Vice President of Product Management, Panasonic Avionics, said: “Spatial Audio provides passengers with a comparable experience to a home theatre system they would enjoy on the ground, while enabling airlines to offer premium audio and remain efficient with their