AES Budapest 2012
Workshop W9
Friday, April 27, 14:00 — 16:00 (Room: Bartók)
W9 - Active Acoustics Today: Challenges, Solutions, Applications
Chair:
Wieslaw Woszczyk, McGill University - Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Panelists:
Leo de Klerk, Bloomline Acoustics b.v. - 's-Gravendeel, The Netherlands
Doyuen Ko, McGill University - Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Karoly Molnar, Meyer Sound Labs, Inc. - Berkeley, CA, USA
Abstract:
Active acoustics uses digital signal processing and electroacoustics to deliver adjustable correction and enhancement of the response of acoustic enclosure used for music and speech communication. Using variable virtual architecture, correction and adaptation of existing acoustics can be done quickly and efficiently for each specific application, something not possible using passive variable acoustics. Recent advances in active acoustics allow us to create superb stage and auditorium acoustics for performing musicians and listening audiences, as well as for recordings. The panelists will discuss about the state of the art in active acoustics, the challenges and solutions encountered in the field, and brainstorm about future directions.
