> Sometimes the 3D stuff is a gimmick, and I understand why some people see it as a money grab. One of the most interesting things about the fanfare around thi

> Sometimes the 3D stuff is a gimmick, and I understand why some people see it as a money grab. One of the most interesting things about the fanfare around this has been seeing how different artists/engineers use the capability. Some classical albums that Apple first showcased did a lovely job of using a small dash of rear speaker to give you the sense of an echo from a church or concert hall; whoever did the mix of The Doors "Riders of the Storm" made perfect use of the overheads; Camila Cabello's "Don't Go Yet" is like being in a cafe listening to a band. Of course there's also a lot of clunky, flashy for the sake of it, or otherwise mediocre mixes, as well.