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Evaluation of a Multipoint Equalization System Based on Impulse Response Prototype Extraction

Authors: Cecchi, Stefania; Palestini, Lorenzo; Peretti, Paolo; Romoli, Laura; Piazza, Francesco; Carini, Alberto

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 59 · Issue 3 · pp. 110–123 · March 2011

Abstract

A frequency domain, multipoint equalization algorithm can be used to improve sound quality in a variety of spaces ranging from automobiles to home living rooms. The equalizer is designed in the frequency domain. From a set of smoothed impulse responses, suitable frequency prototypes are extracted. Inverse filters are then obtained by frequency deconvolution with regularization or LPC modeling. Compared to single-point equalization, the proposed algorithm proves to be superior in terms of spectral deviation and robustness. Various computational methods have been explored. Then the robustness of multipoint equalization is also evaluated for positions that differ from those used for the equalizer estimation.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
59
Issue
3
Pages
110–123
Publication date
March 6, 2011
Affiliation
DIBET, Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona, Italy; DMFI, Università di Urbino, Urbino, Italy (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article