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Journal Article

Frequency-Domain Algorithms for Audio Signal Enhancement Based on Transient Modification

Authors: Goodwin, Michael M.; Avendano, Carlos

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 54 · Issue 9 · pp. 827–840 · September 2006

Abstract

Two processing approaches that enable perceptually compelling modification of audio signals via accentuation or suppression of transients are described. The first algorithm uses a frequency-domain analysis and a soft-decision paradigm to characterize transients in the signal; the transient characterization is then used to drive a nonlinear frequency-domain modification. In the second algorithm the modulation spectrum of the audio signal is manipulated by modifying the time trajectories of spectral envelopes in different frequency bands; scaling of higher modulation frequencies with shelving filters is used to modify rapidly changing signal events, thus altering transient components without the need for explicit detection. The algorithms are described in detail and it is demonstrated that they can achieve substantial modification of a signal’s perceptual attributes without introducing significant artifacts.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
54
Issue
9
Pages
827–840
Publication date
September 6, 2006
Affiliation
Creative Advanced Technology Center, Scotts Valley, CA, USA; Audience, Inc., Mountain View, CA, USA (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article