Let me know what gear you’re using in the comments.
No — those apps don’t expose 5.1 audio to AirPlay on iOS/macOS. Use Apple TV + HDMI for streaming services. airplay 5.1
AirPlay 2 has <2 seconds of buffer — fine for video (most players auto‑sync), but not for live monitoring. The bottom line AirPlay 5.1 is a hidden gem for people who have local movie collections or use their Mac as a media server. It won’t replace HDMI for Netflix surround sound, but for wireless, multi‑room, or cable‑free listening — it’s surprisingly capable. Let me know what gear you’re using in the comments
Here’s a draft blog post tailored for — covering what it is, how to set it up, and why it matters for home theater fans. Title: AirPlay 5.1 Explained: How to Stream Multichannel Audio to Your Speakers AirPlay 2 has <2 seconds of buffer —