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On the Accuracy and Consistency of Sound Localization at Various Azimuth and Elevation Angles

Authors: Mironovs, Maksims; Lee, Hyunkook

AES Convention 144 · Paper 9952 · May 2018

Abstract

This study examined the sound localization of a broadband pink noise burst at various azimuth and elevation angles in a critical listening room. A total of 33 source positions were tested, ranging from 0° to 180° azimuth and -30° to 90° elevation angles with 30° intervals. Results indicated that sound source elevation was localized inaccurately with a large data spread; however, it was improved on the off-center planes. It was observed that elevation localization accuracy was worse on the back compared to the front. Back to front confusion was observed for the sources raised to 60° elevation angle. Proposed listening response method showed consistent localization result and is therefore considered to be useful for future studies in 3D sound localization.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 144
AES Convention
144
Paper number
9952
Publication date
May 6, 2018
Session subject
Posters: Perception
Affiliation
University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield, UK (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper