Paramount+ Adds German 5.1 Audio and Dolby Atmos

Paramount+ has rolled out German audio support in 5.1 surround sound and Dolby Atmos, enhancing the viewing experience for German-speaking subscribers. This update, following the launch of the Premium subscription model in Germany just two weeks prior, offers advanced features like 4K resolution and Dolby Atmos sound for select titles. Initially, there was surprise among users when German audio was limited to stereo, even for Premium subscribers. Paramount+ acknowledged the oversight and promptly rectified the issue.

The Premium subscription, priced at EUR12.99 per month compared to the standard EUR7.99, allows streaming on up to four devices simultaneously, doubling the standard plan’s capacity. It promises enhanced audio quality, featuring Dolby Atmos for select titles available in both English and German, depending on device compatibility and internet connection. Paramount+ has a list of compatible devices on its support page disclosing which setups can deliver Dolby Atmos content. Presently, this information is limited to the English audio track, but updates on German audio support are anticipated.

Titles like ‘IF: Imaginäre Freunde’ offer both English and German Dolby Atmos tracks. Testing on devices such as Apple TV 4K and Fire TV Cube has confirmed the availability of both sound options. Paramount+ now joins the ranks of a select few streaming services, including Apple TV+ and Netflix, to offer German 3D sound. However, not all titles are available in this premium audio format. For instance, ‘Mission Impossible: Fallout’ only has English 3D sound due to its original release without German Atmos audio on physical formats, though it is available on iTunes with this feature.

Currently, the library of titles with 5.1 and Dolby Atmos sound is limited, but Paramount+ is dedicated to expanding its catalog of content in premium audio quality. When a film or series is offered in these formats, it will be clearly indicated on the title’s page with appropriate symbols or notes in the description.