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Audio Coding using a Genetic Algorithm

Authors: Marston, David

AES Convention 120 · Paper 6812 · May 2006

Abstract

Currently MPEG 1 Layer II encoders incorporate a feedforward technique where a psychoacoustic model derived from the input signal drives the bit allocation. This paper describes a novel approach where a psychoacoustic metric compares the output signal with the input signal to drive the bit allocation, and uses a genetic algorithm in the feedback process. The audio quality is compared with that of leading conventional audio coders. The aim of the work was to assess how far Layer II coding can be improved, and whether any further progress can be made with conventional coding.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 120
AES Convention
120
Paper number
6812
Publication date
May 6, 2006
Session subject
Low Bit-Rate Audio Coding
Affiliation
BBC R&D (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper