can I use more than two HomePods for surround sound?

I have an appleTV 4k acting as a hub, two Homepods (gen 1) as theatre speakers. Is there any point in putting more HomePods in the room? If so what is the minimum - HomePod minis or the HomePod (gen 2)?

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Posted on Jan 18, 2023 7:56 PM

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turingtest2

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Jan 20, 2023 9:48 AM in response to lucidlee

I don't believe Apple has provided any support for using more than two speakers.

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