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Journal Article

Smart Digital Loudspeaker Arrays

Authors: Hawksford, Malcolm J.

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 51 · Issue 12 · pp. 1133–1162 · December 2003

Abstract

A theory of smart loudspeaker arrays is described where a modified Fourier technique yields complex filter coefficients to determine the broad-band radiation characteristics of a uniform array of micro drive units. Beamwidth and direction are individually programmable over a 180° arc, where multiple agile and steerable beams carrying dissimilar signals can be accommodated. A novel method of stochastic filter design is also presented, which endows the directional array with diffuse radiation properties.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
51
Issue
12
Pages
1133–1162
Publication date
December 6, 2003
Affiliation
Centre for Audio Research and Engineering, University of Essex, Colchester, UK (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article