Soundbar [VERY IMPORTANT] I strongly request the Ultimea tech team to add the ability to disable the DRC feature.

[BlueWindy]

Dynamic Range Control, or DRC, is a feature that reduces loud sounds and amplifies quiet ones, effectively flattening the audio volume to a consistent level. This feature is commonly referred to as "Night Mode" in other brands’ product lines, and it is useful when enjoying content quietly at night.

However, the core issue is that in Ultimea’s Dolby Atmos soundbar lineup, this function is currently enabled by default, and users cannot change it. While DRC may be convenient at night, it inevitably sacrifices the impact and dynamics of the audio experience. For example, in a movie, the difference in volume between a whisper and an explosion becomes minimal when DRC is turned on. Does that make sense? DRC should not be enabled by default. It should be off by default.

Once again, this means that all users are currently forced to experience content as if Night Mode were permanently turned on—whether they want it or not. Having tested both states on other soundbars myself, I know firsthand how critical this feature is.

This is not just a minor suggestion. It is a high-priority issue that can fundamentally change the cinematic listening experience. Therefore, enabling users to turn DRC on or off must be implemented as a top priority task by the technical team.

 

[BlueWindy]

And as I mentioned, Ultimea hasn't yet showcased DRC OFF mode in its soundbar lineup, so it's exciting to imagine how much this will enhance the movie listening experience. I'm confident this will dramatically improve the user experience of the Ultimea soundbar lineup. And you know what? Ultimea soundbars have high peak power. This strength will shine even brighter in DRC OFF mode! I'm looking forward to it, Ultimea.

 

[Leongino]

Great analysis! I completely agree that having DRC always enabled can limit the experience, especially for cinematic content where dynamic range makes a huge difference.

I believe these are details that Ultimea is likely already considering and working on, but it’s great that we bring them up here to give them more visibility.

Also, with the amazing sound quality and power that Ultimea systems deliver, being able to control this feature would be even more useful, allowing us to enjoy their full potential in different situations.

Personally, I’ve also tried devices where you can enable or disable DRC, and the difference is huge: without compression, the sound feels much more alive and immersive. It would be fantastic to have this option on our soundbars.

What do you all think? Would you like to have the ability to turn this feature on or off depending on the situation?

 

[BlueWindy]

Personally, I’ve also tried devices where you can enable or disable DRC, and the difference is huge

Hey Ultimea, did you see this? This isn't just my opinion. The difference between DRC ON and OFF makes a huge difference in the movie experience.

 

[kito]

Le contrôle dynamique de portée, ou DRC, est une fonctionnalité qui réduit les sons forts et amplifie les sons faibles, aplatissant ainsi efficacement le volume audio à un niveau constant. Cette fonctionnalité est communément appelée "Mode nuit" dans d'autres gammes de produits de marques’, et il est utile pour profiter du contenu tranquillement la nuit.

Cependant, le problème principal est que dans la gamme de barres de son Dolby Atmos d'Ultimea, cette fonction est actuellement activée par défaut, et utilisateurs je ne peux pas le changer. Même si le DRC peut être pratique la nuit, il sacrifie inévitablement l’impact et la dynamique de l’expérience audio. Par exemple, dans un film, la différence de volume entre un murmure et une explosion devient minime lorsque DRC est activé. Est-ce que cela a du sens ? La RDC devrait pas être activé par défaut. Il devrait être désactivé par défaut.

Une fois de plus, cela signifie que tous les utilisateurs sont actuellement obligés de découvrir du contenu comme si le mode nuit était activé en permanence —qu'ils le veuillent ou non. Ayant moi-même testé les deux états sur d’autres barres de son, je sais de première main à quel point cette fonctionnalité est essentielle.

C'est pas juste une suggestion mineure. C'est une question hautement prioritaire cela peut fondamentalement changer l’expérience d’écoute cinématographique. Par conséquent, permettre aux utilisateurs d’activer ou de désactiver DRC doit être mis en œuvre comme une tâche prioritaire par l’équipe technique.

Bien vu, tu as très bien expliqué ce mauvais choix des concepteurs, il faut absolument revenir à ce problème flagrant pour que l'on puisse jouer de la puissance dynamique de nos barre de son Poséidon ou autres.
hey !!! Team Ultimea, au travail

 

[Ultimea Team]

Dynamic Range Control, or DRC, is a feature that reduces loud sounds and amplifies quiet ones, effectively flattening the audio volume to a consistent level. This feature is commonly referred to as "Night Mode" in other brands’ product lines, and it is useful when enjoying content quietly at night.

However, the core issue is that in Ultimea’s Dolby Atmos soundbar lineup, this function is currently enabled by default, and users cannot change it. While DRC may be convenient at night, it inevitably sacrifices the impact and dynamics of the audio experience. For example, in a movie, the difference in volume between a whisper and an explosion becomes minimal when DRC is turned on. Does that make sense? DRC should not be enabled by default. It should be off by default.

Once again, this means that all users are currently forced to experience content as if Night Mode were permanently turned on—whether they want it or not. Having tested both states on other soundbars myself, I know firsthand how critical this feature is.

This is not just a minor suggestion. It is a high-priority issue that can fundamentally change the cinematic listening experience. Therefore, enabling users to turn DRC on or off must be implemented as a top priority task by the technical team.

Thank you for such a clear and detailed explanation! You perfectly understand the purpose of DRC (Dynamic Range Control) and its value in specific scenarios, such as nighttime viewing!

You're absolutely right. DRC/Night Mode should be an opt-in feature, off by default. We fully understand that for a truly cinematic, dynamic Dolby Atmos experience , the full impact of the audio—from the quietest whisper to the loudest explosion —is crucial.

We've escalated this matter to our hardware and software development teams . Providing users with control over this feature via the remote or app is a necessary step, and we'll prioritize implementing a DRC toggle as soon as possible .

Thank you for your expertise, meticulous testing, and for holding us to a higher standard . Feedback like this helps us improve our products and software for a better experience for everyone.

Happy exploration!
Defining Value, Defining Sound.

 

[Ultimea Team]

Bien vu, tu as très bien expliqué ce mauvais choix des concepteurs, il faut absolument revenir à ce problème flagrant pour que l'on puisse jouer de la puissance dynamique de nos barre de son Poséidon ou autres.
hey !!! Team Ultimea, au travail

Thank you for sharing—we heard you loud and clear!
This is about preserving the true power, drama, and immersion of film and music!

We're already working on it—this news has been escalated to our product and engineering teams . Stay tuned for updates... and keep sharing your great feedback!

Thanks for keeping us sharp—let's build Ultimea together!

 

[BlueWindy]

Thank you for sharing—we heard you loud and clear!
This is about preserving the true power, drama, and immersion of film and music!

We're already working on it—this news has been escalated to our product and engineering teams . Stay tuned for updates... and keep sharing your great feedback!

Thanks for keeping us sharp—let's build Ultimea together!

Thank you so much for recognizing the value of DRC I'll be looking forward to it