Localization Quality Assessment in Source Separation-Based Upmixing Algorithms

Barry D, Kearney G. Localization Quality Assessment in Source Separation-Based Upmixing Algorithms. In: AES Conference: 35th International Conference: Audio for Games. Audio Engineering Society; 2009. Paper 33. Available from: https://aes.org/publications/elibrary-page/?id=15187

@inproceedings{Barry2009_15187,
  author = {Barry, Dan and Kearney, Gavin},
  title = {{Localization Quality Assessment in Source Separation-Based Upmixing Algorithms}},
  booktitle = {AES Conference: 35th International Conference: Audio for Games},
  note = {Paper 33},
  year = {2009},
  month = feb,
  publisher = {Audio Engineering Society},
  url = {https://aes.org/publications/elibrary-page/?id=15187}
}

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TI  - Localization Quality Assessment in Source Separation-Based Upmixing Algorithms
AU  - Barry, Dan
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AB  - In this paper we explore the source localisation accuracy and perceived spatial distortion of a source separation based upmix algorithm for 2 to 5 channel conversion. Unlike traditional upmixing techniques, source separation based techniques allow individual sources to be separated from the mixture and repositioned independently within the surround sound field. Generally, spectral artefacts and source interference generated during the source separation process are masked when the upmixed sound field is presented in its entirety; however, this can lead to perceived spatial distortion and ambiguous source localisation. Here, we use subjective testing to compare the localisation perceived on a purposely generated discrete presentation and an upmix (2 to 5 channel) of the same source material using a source separation based upmix algorithm.
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