Is surround mixed differently for television?
Yes, although we’re early enough in the learning curve that everyone is still feeling it out. Because of the frequent cuts containing different visual perspectives, having the 5.1 soundstage change that frequently can be really disconcerting. For now, most 5.1 mixing maintains a cinema approach with the dialog in the center channel and very little on the sides to draw your attention away from the screen. Sports is a bit different though, with crowd sometimes maintaining a solid perspective in the rear channels.
