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DTS, Inc. has announced that its DTS-HD Master Audio technology will soon be supported by the PlayStation 3, enabling 7.1 channel high definition audio when playing compatible Blu-ray movies.
Support will be added to the PS3 as part of the upcoming April 15 PS3 firmware update.
“We are extremely pleased that Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE) is adding the full spectrum premium DTS-HD Master Audio codec into the PS3 so that more than 10 million owners of one of the best selling computer entertainment systems can have the best sounding, most efficient and flexible audio technology available as well,” said Brian Towne, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Consumer Division at DTS.
“… we are delighted to be able to offer this capability to PS3 users,” added Teiji Yutaka, Senior Vice President, Software Platform Development, SCE.
The firmware update on April 15 is also expected to include the revamped PlayStation Store.
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