Annabelle: Creation (2014) – A favorite demo of SVS training manager #TheLarry, this movie uses sound to paint a vivid picture of creepy off-screen action and uses Dolby Atmos height channels with scary effects.

A Quiet Place (2018) – Spoiler, the characters must remain silent to avoid creatures that hunt by sound. An accurate portrayal of silence and sudden dynamic impact is a central element in creating tension and scares.

The Conjuring (2013) – One of the best examples of using sound to create a sense of dread and ominous foreboding that something bad is going to happen.

Hereditary (2018) – The haunting and pulsating musical score adds a layer of unease and sets the foundation for an overall disturbing atmosphere.

It (2017) – The Stephen King remake features 23 jump scares. The sounds of Pennywise hunting his next victim will keep you constantly on edge.

The Babadook (2014) - An Australian horror film uses sound to create a sense of dread through the eerie, otherworldly sounds associated with the title character.

Coraline (2009) – FAMILY FRIENDLY CHOICE – A solid musical soundtrack and moments of room-rumbling bass mixed with unexpected twists that keep you on edge.

Features classical music from the finest composers of Stanley Kubrick’s era brilliantly woven into the on-screen action. Plus, the haunting acoustics of the empty hotel create a subtle yet chilling effect with character interactions. Arguably the best use of sound in a horror movie.

If you want a pulse-racing home theater experience that keeps you on the edge of your seat, SVS makes a wide range of speaker and subwoofer systems perfect for any size room and budget. Just don’t blame us if you can’t fall asleep afterwards.