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Construction of a Car Stereo Audio Quality Index

Authors: Azzali, Andrea; Boreanaz, Giovanni; Farina, Angelo; Irato, Giorgio; Rovai, Guido

AES Convention 117 · Paper 6306 · October 2004

Abstract

A measurable index ("IQSB") quantifying perceived quality of car stereos has been developed, to forecast aural appreciation. Results of panel interviews and listening tests (in a special "auralisation room") have been correlated with the analysis of corresponding binaural recordings. Two outputs were obtained. First, a model of the subjectively most relevant features was identified, in terms of statistically significant "verbal descriptors". Second, a single-figure index was constructed, function of objective measurable quantities related with audio performance, and well correlating with the average verbal evaluation (both of "naïve" and "expert" listeners). This tool is of great importance for the automotive industry, because it allows for the direct quantification of the audio system performance, significant part of the perceived quality of the product.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 117
AES Convention
117
Paper number
6306
Publication date
October 6, 2004
Session subject
Automotive Audio
Affiliation
Industrial Engineering Dept., University of Parma, Parma, Italy ; Fiat Auto, Infotainment Dept. ; Vehicle Dept., NVH (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper