Experiencing Delayed Boom Audio from Distant Blasts

Preparing a Long-Distance Blast

Explosions feature delayed boom audio calculated around the speed of sound, meaning distant blasts are seen before they are heard.

1. Place a block of TNT in a wide, open area with a clear line of sight.

2. Connect the TNT to a long redstone line, or use an ignition method that gives you enough time to move away.

3. Travel a significant distance across the terrain until the TNT block appears small on your screen.

Testing the Audio and Visual Delay

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2. Keep your view centered on the detonation site.

3. When the TNT detonates, you will immediately see the visible shockwave expand and the animated smoke plume rise into the air.

4. A brief delay will follow before the explosion's boom sound reaches your position, accurately simulating the time it takes sound waves to cross the world.

5. Notice that at this distance, your screen shake will be noticeably gentler than during a point-blank detonation.