I’d say “3D”, “layered”, “spatial”, „holographic“, „enveloping“ sound is a main final goal to be achieved for a big part of the album collection. And with a very good setup it really can be achieved not only for a few Q-Sound-like productions. At the end every instrument or voice of a good recording should be within a holographic, airy bubble of own ambiance.
But I know what you mean…try the following track…sounds will also come from the wall directly left and right of your listening position (at least if you sit in a ~7–8 ft rather near field triangle with your speakers).
That was wild, sounds were coming from so far outside the speakers it was amazing. Not the kind of stuff I can listen to for long but cool as a demo of the effect. Thanks
If we speak of an adventurous soundscape both regarding soundstage and sound rather than holographic enveloping, also try the first one of my post here:
Again the music will not be many‘s taste, but the experience is awesome.
Especially his album “Spaces” is for the most part gorgeous! I just use the track “Moldy vinyl” to flood my brain. Will get everything I can find of him.