Hello ! You're right to ask, because to enjoy Dolby Atmos with speakers like the Teufel Reflekt, several elements need to work well together. Here's everything you need to know:
🎯 1. Dolby Atmos-compatible amplifier
Make sure your amp supports Dolby Atmos and has "Height" outputs.
These outputs are essential for connecting the Teufel Reflekt.
➡️ Common configuration example: 5.1.2 (5 conventional speakers + 1 subwoofer + 2 height speakers).
💡 Check that there are terminals marked Height 1 / Height 2 at the rear of the amp.
🔌 2. How to connect the Teufel Reflekt
These are passive speakers: you connect them to the amp with standard speaker cables, on the "Height" outputs.
No Bluetooth, no HDMI, no remote control.
➡️ Once connected, the amp manages the Atmos signal.
🧲 3. Where and how to place them
Two options:
In "upfiring" mode: placed on the front speakers (e.g. columns), facing the ceiling.
Wall-mounted: fixed high on a wall, facing the listening area.
📌 The rebound effect (upfiring) works well if the ceiling is flat, solid, and not too high (ideal: 2.2 to 2.8 m).
📀 4. What content is Dolby Atmos compatible?
You don't necessarily need 4K Blu-ray. Atmos is also present in :
Some 1080p Blu-rays (look at the cover)
Most 4K UHD Blu-rays
Streaming platforms: Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Prime Video
Video games :
Xbox Series X/S: Atmos natively supported
PC: Atmos available via Windows + Dolby Access application
PS5: No native Atmos support for games, only for films
💡 The "Dolby Atmos" info is visible in the audio details of the film, series or game.
👂 5. Do you hear a real difference?
Yes, if everything is configured correctly:
Good Atmos content
A well-tuned amplifier
Well positioned Reflekt
➡️ You'll hear effects above your head, like rain, helicopter or vertical ambient noise.
It's not a 'spectacular' effect, but it's immersive - and very useful in some well-mixed films or games.
✅ Quick summary:
✔️ Choose an Atmos amp with Height outputs
✔️ Connect the Reflekt by cable
✔️ Place them correctly (flat ceiling ideal)
✔️ Play Atmos content (Blu-ray, streaming, Xbox, etc.)
If you'd like some advice on choosing an amp or checking your content, I'd be happy to help.
The speakers are compatible and work with the amplifier. However, it does not make sense, as the speakers are rather intended for Atmos effects and the Yamaha A S201 has rather 2 times stereo outputs. You can use them but it would make sense to use other speakers.
Unfortunately, we do not have any further information regarding a delivery date, as the product is currently not available from our supplier. As soon as we know more, we will be happy to update this here.