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Equalisation of Sound Systems by Ear and Instruments: Similarities and Differences

Authors: Kitson, Anthony B.

AES Convention 5r · Paper 4032 · March 1995

Abstract

While instruments such as spectrum analyzers are used to determine the equalization of sound reinforcement systems, the problem remains that the human ear responds in a totally different manner to a microphone. This paper describes the differences in the response of a microphone and the human ear and presents the results of a subjective listening test to develop a frequency response curve for a loudspeaker room system which is close to the actual human ear response.: Preprint

Details

Published in
AES Convention 5r
AES Convention
5r
Paper number
4032
Publication date
March 6, 1995
Affiliation
ABK Audio Engineering, Swan View, WA. (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper