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Unidimensional Simulation of the Spatial Attribute 'Ensemble Width' for Training Purposes

Authors: Neher, Tobias; Rumsey, Francis; Brookes, Tim; Craven, Peter G.

AES Convention 114 · Paper 5769 · March 2003

Abstract

This paper reports recent progress towards the development of a spatial ear trainer. A study into the perceptual construct of 'ensemble width' (i.e. the lateral spacing of the outer sources contained within an auditory scene) was conducted. With the help of a novel surround panner, exemplary stimuli were created. Changes were highly controlled to enable unidimensional variation of the intended qualitative effect. To assess the success of the simulation, a subjective experiment was designed based on Multidimensional Scaling (MDS) techniques and completed by an experienced listening panel. Additional verbal and non-verbal data were collected so as to facilitate analysis of the perceptual (MDS) space. Results show that unidimensionality was achieved, thus suggesting the stimuli to be suitable for training purposes.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 114
AES Convention
114
Paper number
5769
Publication date
March 6, 2003
Session subject
Spatial Perception and Processing
Affiliation
Institute of Sound Recording, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, UK ; Algol Applications, Steyning, West Sussex, UK (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper