Definitions:

1. A type of surround sound system that uses four audio channels and speakers positioned in the corners of a room to reproduce signals that are independent of one another. ADJECTIVE
   • Quadraphonic sound was popularized in the 1970s but faced challenges due to compatibility issues with existing stereo equipment.
2. Having sound coming from four different directions. ADJECTIVE
   • The quadraphonic format offers a greater sense of presence and localization compared to traditional stereo.
3. The recording and reproduction of sound over four separate transmission or direct reproduction channels instead of the customary two of a stereo system. ADJECTIVE
   • The quadraphonic speaker setup creates a more realistic audio environment for home theater systems.

Synonyms:

• quadrasonic
• quadriphonic
• quadrisonic