How DTS Sound Unbound Delivers the Immersive Audio Your Customers Want

In today’s gaming world, great audio isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a must. Whether you’re sneaking through a post-apocalyptic cityscape or exploring your favorite open-world game, audio is what places players inside the experience. For OEMs in the gaming space—whether you’re manufacturing headphones, peripherals like controllers and flight sticks, or even gaming monitors—immersive sound can be the key differentiator your customers are craving.

But what if you can’t deploy a driver-based solution? What if you’re looking to add audio value without complex integration or added engineering resources?

That’s where DTS Sound Unbound comes in. But first, let’s talk about DTS Headphone:X.

What is DTS Headphone:X?

DTS Headphone:X is an object-based 3D spatial audio solution designed to deliver immersive sound over any pair of headphones with drivers that support Microsoft Spatial audio in Windows or XBOX. Whether it’s the footsteps of an enemy creeping behind you, the echo of explosions off canyon walls, or losing yourself in your favorite movie, DTS Headphone:X brings every detail to life.

• Immersive sound for gaming and movies
• Compatible with Windows 10/11 and Xbox Series X|S
• Enables directional accuracy and realism for competitive advantage

For gamers, it’s not just about hearing—it’s about feeling the world they’re in. DTS Headphone:X enhances gameplay by creating rich, realistic open-world environments and helping players pinpoint directional cues that can mean the difference between winning and losing.

OEM Integration: The Common Challenges

Bringing immersive audio to your devices is not always easy. Audio solutions often require hardware or driver-level integration, which can lead to:

• Increased BOM (Bill of Materials) costs
• Lengthy development timelines
• Heavy resource investment from audio engineering teams

And that is before factoring in testing, validation, and certification. But what if there was another way to deliver our best-in-class immersive sound?

Unlock DTS Headphone:X with DTS Sound Unbound—No Drivers Required

DTS Sound Unbound is your shortcut to immersive audio. It’s a Windows 10/11 app that unlocks DTS Headphone:X using simple USB ID detection or in-box redemption codes—no drivers, no deep system integration, no heavy lift.

Here’s how it works:

1. Your device ships with a DTS Headphone:X license—either via USB ID or in-box code
2. Customers download DTS Sound Unbound from the Microsoft Store
3. They activate the license and immediately unlock immersive audio on their favorite headphones

That’s it. DTS Sound Unbound seamlessly ties into the Microsoft Spatial Sound framework, allowing you to deliver a consistent DTS experience across devices—whether the user is relying on resident audio drivers, third-party APOs, or now, a simple app-based unlock.

All you need? A device that runs Windows 10 or 11.

Not Just for Headphones: Unlock Immersion Across Devices

DTS Headphone:X isn’t just for traditional audio hardware. Whether you’re shipping:

• Gaming controllers
• Steering wheels
• Flight sticks
• Monitors
• Or any Xbox/PC-compatible peripherals

You can now enhance your product with premium audio through a simple in-box code. Every game sounds better with immersive audio, and with DTS Sound Unbound, you don’t have to re-engineer your hardware or reimagine your roadmap to deliver it.

Add More Value, Effortlessly

In an increasingly competitive market, delivering truly immersive experiences is how brands stand out. DTS Sound Unbound is a great alternative way to deliver world-class immersive audio if a driver-based audio solution isn’t possible. Whether you’re shipping audio gear or non-audio peripherals, DTS Sound Unbound provides a simple path to improve gaming and differentiate your brand.

Ready to unlock more for your customers?

Contact us about integrating DTS Headphone:X with DTS Sound Unbound.